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Is Persistent Green Colored Stool In An Infant A Concern?

Posted on Mon, 27 Jun 2022

Question: Hello Sir
My baby 6 months having green poty since last 50 days and we have given antogerminia
suggested by DR. also now we are observing that our baby when feeds after that she used to go for potty. Kindly suggest.

Answered by Dr. Arun (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Need more details

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Most of the times, it is normal for babies to pass green stools. It indicates increased intestinal motility which is common at this age.
I need more details
1. Frequency, no of times per day
2. Solid or loose stools
3. Any other symptoms like fever or vomiting.
4. Any change in food habits like formula etc.
5. General activity of baby and weight gain over the last 2 months.

Let me know these to help you more.
Regards,
Dr. Arun

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Arun (28 hours later)

Hello Sir
1.3-4 times
2. Normal
3.No sympotms
4 No change in food habit
5. general activity is good weight gain in last 45 days 800gms

Answered by Dr. Arun (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Then no need to worry

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

As the weight gain is good and child doesn't have any other symptoms, no need to worry.
The stools should settle soon.
No treatment is required for now.
It is just increased intestinal motility which will settle on its own.

Regards,
Dr. Arun

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng