What are the symptoms of lactose intolerance in babies?
Diarrhoea can be a symptom of lactose intolerance in babies.
- pain and swelling in the tummy.
- failure to settle at feeding times, coming on and off the breast.
- failure to gain weight.
- diarrhoea.
- bulky, frothy and watery faeces.
- red bottom with skin worn away in places.
- passing wind and crying when passing faeces.
- irritability.
What does lactose intolerance poop look like in babies?
Your baby’s stools may be loose and watery. They may also appear bulky or frothy. They can even be acidic, which means you may notice diaper rash from your baby’s skin becoming irritated.