South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control

We promote and protect the health of the public and the environment.

• Black Women
• Caring for Your Baby
• Facts for Fathers
• Health Care Professionals
• Dispelling the Myths

Signs That Your Baby May be Sick

Call your baby's nurse or doctor if you think your baby is sick.

• Fussing or crying that lasts.
• Changes in eating or sleeping.
• Changes in skin color or temperature.
• Throwing up or diarrhea (more than six times a day).
• Blood in urine or bowel movement (urine may appear brown; stools may appear black).
• A rash that does not go away.
• A runny nose, coughing or hoarse crying.
• Pulling at the ears.
• Problems breathing.
• Blood or liquid draining from the ear (go to the doctor right away).