What Is Yellow Diarrhea?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
3. Isn’t It Normal for Babies To Have Yellow Stool?
Since yellow diarrhea can be an indicator of a problem with body systems, some people grow concerned when they see infants with yellow stool. There is a difference between the normal yellow stool of an infant and a case of yellow diarrhea. Breastfed babies, in particular, are known for having loose, yellow stools.
As long as the yellow stool is not accompanied by other symptoms such as dehydration, irritability or lethargy it is not a cause for concern. If the infant is experiencing diarrhea, whether yellow or not, accompanied by mottled or very pale skin or cold extremities, a physician should be contacted immediately.
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