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2020-05-16 14:08:56
My son is very active .But he is going to poop 5 times a day .poop texture is paste and sometimes it's watery.Bad smell is coming from poop .Please suggest what to do
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Add ORS as advised if loss is more । Wait for a day or so। Keep watch on urine output।

Answered2020-05-16 16:00:03

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I understand your concerns. Passing 5 times a day in a one year old baby is normal but watery stools is a concern. He must be suffering from acute gastroenteritis.
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Answered2020-05-16 15:15:01

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