Is Frequent Diarrhea In A Infant Cause Of Worry?
Question: My grandson is 28 months old & has never had a solid bowel movement. He goes 3 - 4 times a day & his poor bottom gets so sore. My family Dr has told my daughter that this is quite normal & I don't believe it is. What is your opinion?
Brief Answer:
If weight gain is adequate there is no worry
Detailed Answer:
Hi
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Greetings of the day
Dear Ms XXXXXXX
Every Child has unique frequency of bowel habits.
Some children pass stool once a day and some may pass thrice a day.
If the following criteria are fulfilled there is no cause for concern
1. There is no distension of abdomen
2. Weight gain is adequate
3. Absence of reducing substance in stools
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak XXXXXXX
MBBS, MS, MCh
Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
If weight gain is adequate there is no worry
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Ms XXXXXXX
Every Child has unique frequency of bowel habits.
Some children pass stool once a day and some may pass thrice a day.
If the following criteria are fulfilled there is no cause for concern
1. There is no distension of abdomen
2. Weight gain is adequate
3. Absence of reducing substance in stools
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak XXXXXXX
MBBS, MS, MCh
Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
My question is why he would not have a solid stool? He has never had a sold stool. It is very loose & almost diarrhoea. He also appears to have no warning of when it will happen which is making it almost impossible to potty train him not to mention the terribly sore bottom he gets if it's not caught immediately. He is gaining weight fine & his stomach is not distended. I don't understand the 3rd point you mentioned.
Brief Answer:
Biochemical examination of stools
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Dear Ms XXXXXXX
Let me elaborate the 3rd point
When Biochemical examination of stools is done , absence of reducing substance in Urine is normal.
Many children have liquid stools due to
1. Rapid transit of food through intestine, allowing less time for absorption of water
2. Type of food consumed
I would suggest the following which will help solidify the stools
1. 20 gms of Nutmeg crushed and mixed with 50 ml of water: Decoction of this is given, 10 drops thrice a day
2. Local application Of Dr XXXXXXX Zinc oxide paste to the peri anal region: This will take care of redness
Do not be rigid for potty training, they are usually potty trainable by 36 to 40 months of age. Once the stools nor maize in consistency, training will be much easier. Develop the habit of making baby sit on potty plate for 10-15 minutes twice a day.
Do write to me directly for any further assistance anytime.
Regards
Deepak
Biochemical examination of stools
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Dear Ms XXXXXXX
Let me elaborate the 3rd point
When Biochemical examination of stools is done , absence of reducing substance in Urine is normal.
Many children have liquid stools due to
1. Rapid transit of food through intestine, allowing less time for absorption of water
2. Type of food consumed
I would suggest the following which will help solidify the stools
1. 20 gms of Nutmeg crushed and mixed with 50 ml of water: Decoction of this is given, 10 drops thrice a day
2. Local application Of Dr XXXXXXX Zinc oxide paste to the peri anal region: This will take care of redness
Do not be rigid for potty training, they are usually potty trainable by 36 to 40 months of age. Once the stools nor maize in consistency, training will be much easier. Develop the habit of making baby sit on potty plate for 10-15 minutes twice a day.
Do write to me directly for any further assistance anytime.
Regards
Deepak
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thank you. You have been most helpful & I feel much better. One question about Nutmeg. Fresh or is the powder for baking ok?
Brief Answer:
It is fresh Nutmeg
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Dear Ms XXXXXXX
I am happy that I was of use to you.
It is fresh Nutmeg.
Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy life.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak
It is fresh Nutmeg
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Dear Ms XXXXXXX
I am happy that I was of use to you.
It is fresh Nutmeg.
Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy life.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar