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Stool Blackish, 9 Year Old. Reason? What Medicine To Give?

My Son is 9 years old. His motion is normal but the colour of the stool is blakish since last 2 days. What could be the reason ? how long will it take to get cured.What medicine should we give ? The stool test results shows presence of pus cells (2-3 / HPF) RBC s (6-8 / HPF) , Bacteria : ++ , OCCULT Blood: present. my e maail address is YYYY@YYYY
Thu, 23 Aug 2012
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Stool test of your son suggests bacterial infection of G.I. Tract. But it is uncommon to have normal motion with bacterial infection. All he needs is a course of antibiotic Ciprofloxacin( 20 mg/kg/day in two divided dosage). Watch for color of stool, adequate hydration, any fever. Consult your doctor if needed.
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Stool Blackish, 9 Year Old. Reason? What Medicine To Give?

Hello Thanks for posting the query Stool test of your son suggests bacterial infection of G.I. Tract. But it is uncommon to have normal motion with bacterial infection. All he needs is a course of antibiotic Ciprofloxacin( 20 mg/kg/day in two divided dosage). Watch for color of stool, adequate hydration, any fever. Consult your doctor if needed. I hope this answers your query effectively. In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out. Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries. Wishing you good health. Regards