My baby boy is 9 months old and he's been having loose motions since last Friday. We saw a pediatrician who recommended giving him Nutrolin B twice a day and a Zinc Dry Powder Suspension once a day. Over the weekend, he had about 7 to 8 stools each day. Today, it's been 5 times so far. What's really worrying me is that his last 3 stools have been dark green in color. Should I be concerned about this? Do you think I should take him back to the pediatrician right away?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

General Practitioner

MBBS
2+ Yrs

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Consult your pediatrician immediately if you notice:

Symptoms

Fever > 102F (39C)

Vomiting

Blood in stool

Refusal to feed

Signs of dehydration (dry mouth, fewer wet diapers)

Dark green stools persisting or worsening

Additional Concerns

Infection (bacterial or parasitic)

Food intolerance (lactose or gluten)

Allergic reactions

Gastroenteritis (viral infection)

Self-Care Measures

Continue current treatment (Nutrolin B, Zinc Suspension)

Monitor stool frequency, consistency, and color

Record temperature, appetite, and overall condition

Breastfeed or formula feed frequently

Offer electrolyte-rich fluids (ORS, coconut water)

Dr. Mubarak Suggests...

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Answered 04/07/2025

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