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For you, the worst part of having a baby with diarrhea is the worry that something's terribly wrong. For your pediatrician, it's the concern that diarrhea may lead to dehydration. And for your baby, it's all those irritating diaper changes -- and the rash that may develop. Suffice it to say, diarrhea is no fun for anyone.
The first step is to be sure those poopy diapers really mean diarrhea. Babies' stools are normally quite loose and runny, and -- especially with breastfed babies -- can be very frequent, up to once every feeding or more. So how to tell? Symptoms can include an abrupt change in frequency, blood or mucus in the stool, a fever, and fussiness or lack of a normal appetite.
If it's not caused by by a virus or food change, then your pediatrician can investigate to see if it's caused by something less common, such as bacteria or parasites.
Note: If your baby is lethargic, cries without making tears, has not wet a diaper in three or four hours, or her soft spot looks sunken, call your doctor immediately.
For the most part, time and some dietary changes will fix your baby right up; consult your pediatrician for instructions.
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