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What Causes Loose Stools In A 1 Year Old?
Hi. My son (1 year old) came with me from Canada to Pakistan. Two days after arriving he got loose motions. I started giving him antamizole since last three days but he is not getting better. His stool is very watery and dark green. He is breastfed and not taking any solids since he got sick. Its seven daya already and I am very upset. Please help.
Wed, 3 Sep 2014
Hair I'm Dr.Subramanian
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Loose stools are common complaint in infants, often alarming parents and at some times docs too.
Unless your son is well hydrated you need not worry for loose stools.
Give him continuous sips of ors to keep him hydrated.
Hydration can be monitored by checking the quantity of urine passed.
Give him zinc supplements for 14 days.
Avoid milk based food for few days.
Better to feed rice based food.
Take care.
Welcome to HCM
Loose stools are common complaint in infants, often alarming parents and at some times docs too.
Unless your son is well hydrated you need not worry for loose stools.
Give him continuous sips of ors to keep him hydrated.
Hydration can be monitored by checking the quantity of urine passed.
Give him zinc supplements for 14 days.
Avoid milk based food for few days.
Better to feed rice based food.
Take care.
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