#asktheexpert my baby is passing stool with blood from last two days, which medicines to give

A. If your baby is passing stool with blood for the past two days, do not give any medicine without a pediatrician’s advice. Blood in stool can be due to several reasons like: A small anal tear (fissure) from hard stool Cow's milk protein allergy (if formula-fed) Intestinal infection or bacterial diarrhea What you should do: Monitor the baby’s stool pattern, feeding, activity, and temperature. Check if the stool is hard (suggesting constipation) or loose (suggesting infection). Keep the baby well-hydrated (breastfeed or give formula frequently). Do not give antibiotics or anti-diarrheal medications on your own. Most importantly, please take your baby to a pediatrician immediately for proper diagnosis and treatment. Early medical evaluation is very important when blood is present in the stool.