What Symptoms Does Neonatal Diarrhea Present?

The symptoms of neonatal diarrhea may resemble common diarrhea, but their clinical presentation may be atypical, especially in younger infants. Symptoms may start with watery stools, often accompanied by vomiting, followed by an increase in the frequency of bowel movements but a decrease in volume, and stools becoming thicker and sometimes purulent. Infants with recurrent episodes may also experience rectal prolapse.
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What Temperature Counts as a Fever in Newborns?

Fever is a newborn’s response to fighting off diseases, helping to strengthen their defense mechanisms and promote the healing of inflammation. If a baby has a fever but is in good spirits and the temperature does not exceed 39.5°C, parents can handle it themselves.
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