What to do if a baby's stool is dry

In general, baby's dry stool may be caused by factors such as an improper diet structure, poor bowel habits, functional constipation, intestinal flora imbalance, or food allergies. This condition can be improved through general treatments, medications, and other measures. A detailed explanation is as follows:

1. Improper Diet Structure

When a baby's intake of dietary fiber and water is insufficient, dry stool can easily occur. Dietary fiber absorbs water, increases stool volume, and promotes intestinal peristalsis, while insufficient water intake can cause dry and hard stools that are difficult to pass. It is recommended to adjust the diet structure and increase the intake of foods rich in dietary fiber to help alleviate symptoms.

2. Poor Bowel Habits

If a baby has not developed regular bowel habits or frequently suppresses defecation, stool may remain in the intestines for too long, leading to excessive absorption of water and resulting in dry stool. It is recommended to help the baby establish regular bowel habits by setting a fixed time each day for the baby to sit on the potty, thus cultivating a defecation reflex.

3. Functional Constipation

Functional constipation occurs when a baby's intestinal nervous system is underdeveloped or affected by factors such as diet or environment, causing slowed intestinal motility. Stool remains in the intestine for too long, water is excessively absorbed, resulting in dry and hard stools. Laxatives such as glycerin suppositories or oral lactulose solution may be used under medical guidance to aid defecation.

4. Intestinal Flora Imbalance

Intestinal flora imbalance refers to a decrease in beneficial bacteria and an increase in harmful bacteria in the baby's intestines, leading to abnormal intestinal function and possibly dry stools. It may also be accompanied by symptoms such as diarrhea, bloating, and indigestion. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as Bifidobacterium Triple Viable Capsules or Lactobacillus granules can be used to improve symptoms.

5. Food Allergies

If a baby is allergic to certain foods, it may trigger an immune response in the intestines, damaging the intestinal mucosa and causing abnormal intestinal motility. Additionally, allergies may cause intestinal inflammation, further affecting intestinal function. Antiallergy medications such as Loratadine Syrup or Cetirizine Hydrochloride Drops may be used under medical guidance to help relieve allergy symptoms in the baby.

Please note that all the above treatment measures should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor; self-medication is not recommended. If the baby's dry stool problem persists or is accompanied by other severe symptoms, prompt medical consultation is necessary for professional treatment.