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What Causes Stool Discolouration While Treating Dengue?

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Posted on Thu, 12 Nov 2015
Question: My niece has dengue , 12 yrs old. She noticed black stool today. Her platelet count dropped little from 1.5 to 1.3, fever under 100' now. It is her 4 th day. Is it something to worry about??
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Answered by Dr. Archana Verma (25 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Black tarry stools known as malena

Detailed Answer:
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Welcome to the HCM

I understand your concerns but don't worry. Black stools ( malena) in a known case of dengue can be due to further fall in platelets or bleeding tendency leading to bleeding in gastrointestinal tract. These complications occur more often on day 3-5 when fever comes down.

I would recommend you to visit a pediatrician for proper clinical examination to rule out severe dengue. They may advice for a repeat CBC and stool examination. If severe then it's advisable to go for inpatient care till the condition improves.

A good clinical care can cure this condition easily.

Hopefully this will help you. I would be happy to help you in any further questions.
Take care
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What Causes Stool Discolouration While Treating Dengue?

Brief Answer: Black tarry stools known as malena Detailed Answer: Hi Welcome to the HCM I understand your concerns but don't worry. Black stools ( malena) in a known case of dengue can be due to further fall in platelets or bleeding tendency leading to bleeding in gastrointestinal tract. These complications occur more often on day 3-5 when fever comes down. I would recommend you to visit a pediatrician for proper clinical examination to rule out severe dengue. They may advice for a repeat CBC and stool examination. If severe then it's advisable to go for inpatient care till the condition improves. A good clinical care can cure this condition easily. Hopefully this will help you. I would be happy to help you in any further questions. Take care