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Why do i find orange stains on my baby's diaper?

9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Jay Park answered

Uric acid crystal: It is not unusual to find orange to brick colored stain on newborn infant's diaper. Nothing to be concerned.

Dr Fowler and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 6/28/2017

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Uric acid crystals: ...Are a normal part of urine. As it dries on a diaper, they crystallize into a pinkish or orangish stain.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/12/2017

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