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What Causes Frequent Stools In Baby?

My 9 month old baby is very active. No fever, cold, crankiness. Feeds on solid from 6th month onwards regularly. But from past 8 days she is passing stools about 4-5 times aday. Her stools are normal sometimes and sometime its loose and creamy. What is the reason for passing stools so many times??
Thu, 25 Sep 2014
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Thank you for posting your question.

Increased stool frequency may occur normally in a lot of babies and may depend on the type of diet consumed. Also since you mentioned that the stools are mostly of normal consistency, it is most likely to be a normal occurance.

However, considering the age, it could also be a mild viral infection of the intestine.

In any case, all that needs to be done is keeping the child hydrated by giving plenty of liquids. You may breast feed more frequently, use oral rehydration salts or home made lemon water/rice water etc. with a pitch of salt. Giving curd or any probiotic sachets like econorm may also help.

Also keep a watch for any decrease in the urine output, blood in stools or fever. If present, a medical consultation would be needed.
Continue with normal diet and feeding.
If you have any more doubts, do write back.
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What Causes Frequent Stools In Baby?

Thank you for posting your question. Increased stool frequency may occur normally in a lot of babies and may depend on the type of diet consumed. Also since you mentioned that the stools are mostly of normal consistency, it is most likely to be a normal occurance. However, considering the age, it could also be a mild viral infection of the intestine. In any case, all that needs to be done is keeping the child hydrated by giving plenty of liquids. You may breast feed more frequently, use oral rehydration salts or home made lemon water/rice water etc. with a pitch of salt. Giving curd or any probiotic sachets like econorm may also help. Also keep a watch for any decrease in the urine output, blood in stools or fever. If present, a medical consultation would be needed. Continue with normal diet and feeding. If you have any more doubts, do write back.