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What Causes Loose Stools Along With Mucus In An Infant?

My one year old daughter is passing semi solid stools with mucous past 1 week. Sometimes passes stools 5-6 times a day.. Twice she had a dirty nappy while she was in deep sleep in the night ? Otherwise extremely active during day .. No lethargy .. No temperature nothing .. What could be the reason?
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Hi,

There are several possible reasons for loose stools with mucus in an infant, including:
- Viral or bacterial infections: Infections such as gastroenteritis (stomach flu) or bacterial infections can cause loose stools with mucus.
- Food intolerance or allergy: Intolerance or allergy to certain foods such as cow's milk or soy can also cause loose stools with mucus.
- Teething: Teething can cause loose stools in infants due to increased saliva production.
- Antibiotic use: Antibiotics can disrupt the natural balance of bacteria in the gut, leading to loose stools with mucus.
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): Although rare in infants, IBD such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis can cause chronic diarrhea with mucus.

It is best to consult a pediatrician for proper evaluation and diagnosis of the underlying cause. They may recommend stool tests or other diagnostic tests, and treatment options such as dietary changes or medications may be prescribed based on the cause.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Loose Stools Along With Mucus In An Infant?

Hi, There are several possible reasons for loose stools with mucus in an infant, including: - Viral or bacterial infections: Infections such as gastroenteritis (stomach flu) or bacterial infections can cause loose stools with mucus. - Food intolerance or allergy: Intolerance or allergy to certain foods such as cow s milk or soy can also cause loose stools with mucus. - Teething: Teething can cause loose stools in infants due to increased saliva production. - Antibiotic use: Antibiotics can disrupt the natural balance of bacteria in the gut, leading to loose stools with mucus. - Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): Although rare in infants, IBD such as Crohn s disease or ulcerative colitis can cause chronic diarrhea with mucus. It is best to consult a pediatrician for proper evaluation and diagnosis of the underlying cause. They may recommend stool tests or other diagnostic tests, and treatment options such as dietary changes or medications may be prescribed based on the cause. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician