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Baby doing black potty
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My daughter is 10 months now. She is doing black potty today
She is taking iron and calcium drops
We have started cow milk since 5 days
She has constipation also
From starting she is on formula milk
Baby is playful
What to do next
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Black potty occurs due to iron supplements...
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stop iron for 5to7 days and watch for stool colour, if it's normal then nothing to worry and restart iron supplement.
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
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16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi,
Colour is due to iron supplements.
Give green leafy vegetables and fruits
Give plenty of liquids/ water frequently
Reduce milk to 250-300ml only
Avoid or reduce biscuits.
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