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Could green baby poop indicate serious causes?

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Hi doctor,

I have attached the laboratory reports of my wife. And the baby's stools are green in color. Please explain whether there is any chance for the baby to get jaundice.

Kindly help.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Deepak Patel

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Dr. Deepak Patel is a well-experienced Pediatrician with 17 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from the University of Delhi in 2007 and MD in Pediatrics from the University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi, in 2010. He is currently working at Laxmi Nagar in Delhi.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have seen the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

1. Mother's thyroid levels are normal and the progesterone levels have no significance with the jaundice in newborn.

2. Pregnanediol levels are seen in breast milk.

3. Greenish stool is a normal thing in babies and it is not related to jaundice.

4. Greenish stool occurs due to less transit time of milk in the intestine due to which the bile is not removed properly.

I hope this addresses your concerns.

Please feel free to follow up if you need any additional clarification.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At July 11, 2016
Reviewed At June 8, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Deepak Patel is a well-experienced Pediatrician with 17 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from the University of Delhi in 2007 and MD in Pediatrics from the University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi, in 2010. He is currently working at Laxmi Nagar in Delhi.

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Is My Baby's Green Poop Normal? A Parent's Reassurance Companion

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Green baby poop is a common concern for new parents. This section explains why it happens and clarifies common misconceptions.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Deepak Patel is a well-experienced Pediatrician with 17 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS from the University of Delhi in 2007 and MD in Pediatrics from the University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi, in 2010. He is currently working at Laxmi Nagar in Delhi.

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