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Mom of a 1 yr 9 m old boy1 Year ago
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i gave papaya puree to my 6 mnth baby 4 days back. post which he passed dry papaya in motion. from next day he is having diarrhoea. iam giving him Z n D drops since 3 days. he is passing watery motion with white grains like milk. what should I do? is this because of papaya? it's seems baby has lost some weight also.. although he is active

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ExpertDr Disha PatelAyurvedic Physician1 Year ago
A. dear mom. might ne its due to it. di give yiur baby curd, sago kheer, banana, to stpp motiin and do conti, z and d drops. o k
Author of questionMom of a 1 yr 9 m old boy1 Year ago
A. Ma'am I gave banana oats yesterday but after that since evening again diarrhoea started
POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy1 Year ago
A. It's concerning that your 6-month-old baby developed diarrhea after consuming papaya. Papaya contains enzymes that can be difficult for young babies to digest, especially if they're not used to solid foods yet. Here's what you can do: 1. **Hydration:** Make sure your baby stays well-hydrated. Offer breast milk or formula more frequently to prevent dehydration. 2. **Oral rehydration solution (ORS):** If your baby is showing signs of dehydration, such as decreased urine output or dry mouth, consider giving ORS as recommended by your pediatrician to help replace lost fluids and electrolytes. 3. **Avoid papaya and other potentially irritating foods:** In the meantime, avoid giving your baby any more papaya or other foods that could irritate his stomach until his diarrhea improves. 4. **Continue with Z and D drops:** Continue giving your baby the Z and D drops as prescribed. These drops help replenish essential nutrients and electrolytes lost during diarrhea. 5. **Monitor for signs of dehydration:** Keep an eye on your baby's symptoms. If diarrhea persists or if you notice signs of dehydration such as lethargy, sunken fontanelle (soft spot on the head), or no tears when crying, contact your pediatrician immediately. If the diarrhea persists for more than a couple of days or if you're concerned about your baby's condition, it's important to seek medical advice promptly. Your pediatrician can provide further guidance and may recommend additional measures to help manage your baby's symptoms.
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