What could be causing my 15-month-old son to still have frequent, sometimes foul-smelling poops (3 to 4 times a day) after every meal for the last three weeks, even though he has been taking prescribed antibiotics and Metrogyl?
It is very common for little ones to experience frequent, foul-smelling stools after taking antibiotics and metronidazole (Metrogyl). These medications can temporarily disrupt the healthy bacteria in your son's gut, leading to antibiotic-associated diarrhea or temporary difficulty digesting milk sugars (lactose). Since this has lasted for three weeks, his gut lining likely needs some time to heal. Please ensure he stays well-hydrated. I highly recommend consulting his pediatrician, who can evaluate if a probiotic, stool test, or temporary dietary change is needed to help his gentle tummy recover.
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What could be causing my 15-month-old son to still have frequent, sometimes foul-smelling poops (3 to 4 times a day) after every meal for the last three weeks, even though he has been taking prescribed antibiotics and Metrogyl?