Foul smelling poop in infants is considered normal and is related to dietary structure. Secondly, it may also be caused by indigestion and enteritis.
1. Normal condition: If infants consume too much food containing protein, it will lead to smelly poop because protein will be decomposed in the intestines.
2. Indigestion: Due to the young age of infants, if they consume too much food, it may be difficult to digest, and typical symptoms such as abdominal pain and bloating may occur, which may also lead to smelly stools.
3. Enteritis: enteritis is caused by infection of the intestinal tract with various pathogenic microorganisms. If an infant suffers from enteritis, symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting, and changes in stool pattern and odor, such as diarrhea and foul smell, will occur.
There may be other reasons for infants’ smelly stools, so it is recommended to go to the hospital in time, complete the examination to clarify the cause of the disease, and then give targeted treatment or therapy under the guidance of the doctor.