Does teething cause diarrhea?
Yes, teething can cause what looks like diarrhea. When babies are teething they’re producing more saliva. Some of it comes out of their mouths as drool, the rest gets swallowed and comes out the other end. My son is actually going through this at the moment. Usually his poop is pretty solid and since his incisors are coming through, it’s a little more soft. Have no fear – this too shall pass!
Teething definitely can cause diarrhea, diaper rash, congestion and increased reflux. The body’s process of teething creates histamines which in turn increase stomach acid production. That acid mixes with the saliva which runs down your baby’s chin, causing a teething rash. As the excess acid works it way out the other end it causes diarrhea and spurs diaper rash.
