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Lactose intolerance
Hi,
Baby has been suffering from semi solid, semi fluid motions since last 10 days 3-4 times a day. He is on probiotics n zinc syrup only. Did d stool test yesterday n it came out to b leukocytes (8-10) n reducing substance is Detected (Trace).
Is this normal?
Should I stop breastfeeding him? He doesn't drink outside cow milk. What should be his food intake now. Please see d attached report n help please
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Breast milk stool is not formed stool but is semi solid and can be once in 4-5 days or even 10 -12 times in a single day .It should not be mistaken for diarrhea and treated likewise.Though there is no harm in giving probiotics and zinc, breast feeding should be continued.Only if the stool changes colour, becomes watery and foul smelling,is there a cause for concern
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
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16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi,
How old is your son?
Since you are breast feeding, you stop taking milk and milk products.
If baby is more than 6 months, give rice based diet and plenty of liquids for hydration.
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Since stools shows leukocytes, consult a nearby paediatrician for antibiotics.
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