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Lactos intolerance in infants
My baby is 2 months old and has lactos intolerance as per doctr since she was pooping a lott since birth we have done medication as per that for diarrhea also but once medicine stops she becomes fussy again due to gas and she is having l free formula as well as mother feed what is the actual solution to this problem and by when it will get resolved
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A baby can poop immediately after feeding (within 10-15 min ) that is normal for babies
If your baby is passing consistently watery stools and have increased in frequency of stools then only we will consider it as diarrhoea
Secondly lactose intolerance is very rare this early in life and doesnt present as quick , if the baby is having secondary lactase deficiency / lactose intolerance it will take sometime after the diarrhoea/illness resolves some times around 3-4 weeks you can continue to breast feed the baby and dont lie down the baby immediately after feeding and keep the head end elevated a little after feeding....
If the baby is still fussy and irritable consult a nearby paediatrician
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Looks like it is Secondary lactose intolerance so this can be be alright by 4 weeks usually
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True lactose intolerance is highly uncommon in infants under 2 to 3 years old, and a baby's ongoing fussiness or gas after diarrhea usually points to a temporary, secondary lactase deficiency caused by an irritated intestinal lining. True congenital lactose intolerance is exceptionally rare, whereas a secondary deficiency resembles a brief gut imbalance that generally self-corrects and resolves within 4 to 8 weeks as the intestinal mucosa completely heals. Alternatively, the persistent digestive distress and fussiness might stem from a cow's milk protein allergy (CMPA) or a temporary sensitivity to the specific proteins found in her infant formula. Managing a temporary secondary deficiency typically involves feeding specialized, over-the-counter lactose-free infant formulas or hypoallergenic formulas under a doctor's care, alongside a clinical evaluation of her ongoing symptoms.
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Secondary lactose intolerance is not s big problem. Normalcy will come back in 2-3 weeks time. Breast milk can be continued. Primary lactose intolerance is very rare. It is mostly not the case.
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If persistent problem Pediatric GE consultation may be required.
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Many babies around 2 months of age have frequent stools, gas, and fussiness due to an immature digestive system, and this does not always mean true lactose intolerance.
If your baby is gaining weight well and does not have blood in the stools, persistent vomiting, or other concerning symptoms, the problem is often temporary and tends to improve gradually over the next few months, especially by 3–4 months of age.
Continue breastfeeding, follow your pediatrician’s feeding advice, and monitor weight gain. If symptoms are severe, persist despite treatment, or are associated with poor growth or blood in stools, a reassessment may be needed to rule out conditions such as cow’s milk protein allergy.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Noureen Sadaf
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Kota
Seems like secondary lactose intolerance. Should resolve in a few weeks. Continue breastfeeding till then. No serious issue
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