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What Causes Green Discolouration In The Stool In An Infant?
Hello Doctor, my baby is 3 month old & is exclusively breast fed. Her stool is green in color almost every time. We came from India to other country when she was 6 weeks old & from then I m observing this. Is there anything to be worried about? Here I m drinking powdered tetra pack milk..can that be the reason,pls reply me
Thu, 26 Dec 2019
Hello,
The symptoms are consistent with gastroenteritis. It is quite common among infants and most cases settle by itself. A stool routine investigation is also required. In severe cases antibiotics must be started.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
The symptoms are consistent with gastroenteritis. It is quite common among infants and most cases settle by itself. A stool routine investigation is also required. In severe cases antibiotics must be started.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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