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4 week old with diarrhea

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mummy2pickle · 07/05/2014 10:38

my lo was put on laxatives 3 days ago due to agony from constipation. overnight she has had the worst diarrhea. its green and black and every half hour or so. has anyone else experienced this with their baby? hv says its just her having a clear out

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JiltedJohnsJulie · 07/05/2014 19:56

Are you under a Paed pickle?

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mummy2pickle · 07/05/2014 22:10

we have been. had appointment yesterday regarding reflux and milk allergy! thought laxatives were working until it turned to diarrhea last night

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MrsMaturin · 07/05/2014 22:13

Very young babies can have very runny and frequent poo. IS she feeding ok? Does she seem very sleepy?

MrsMaturin · 07/05/2014 22:13

Breast fed or bottle fed btw?

TheMightyMing · 07/05/2014 22:18

Keep an eye on her fontanelle- the soft spot on top of her head- if it looks sunken seek advice as that indicates dehydration. Hope she picks up. If you are worried- don't hesitate to go to A and E.

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mummy2pickle · 08/05/2014 10:30

she's bottle Fed, been topping her up with little water to stop dehydration. luckily I think it has stopped now.

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MigGril · 08/05/2014 10:57

just give her extra milk no water at this age unless a medical professional has told you to give water. Their electrolit balance can go wrong very quickly at this age with just water, so it should be milk only unless under medical care.

JiltedJohnsJulie · 08/05/2014 15:13

Agree with Migril. How are things today? Smile

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