Common Gastrointestinal Diseases in Newborns
- Diarrhea
Causes:
- Digestive tract infections
- Lactose intolerance
Symptoms:
- Watery stools more frequently
than usual
- Mucus or blood in stool
- Dehydration signs (sunken eyes,
dry skin)
Treatment & Care:
- Prevent infections by following
strict hygiene
- Provide IV fluids to prevent
dehydration
- Special formula if lactose
intolerance is suspected