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OT Docs, concern for my child? - Updated
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:37 am
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:37 am
Aside from making a doctor's appointment, which we will - this is more for peace of mind | cause for concern - in the interim.
Last night, my 6 year old had blood in her stool. She notified us and from we gather, she didn't eat anything with red food coloring.
I've searched WebMD and didn't come away with what I believe is a clear "diagnosis" of problem. She said she didn't strain when using the bathroom. We told her the next time she uses the bathroom to let us know what she sees or come get us if we're available.
I've had this issue in the past, got myself checked and was given a clear bill of health, but with so many children that I am aware of within my circle that have not been as fortunate to receive good news, I am concerned.
Thoughts?
Last night, my 6 year old had blood in her stool. She notified us and from we gather, she didn't eat anything with red food coloring.
I've searched WebMD and didn't come away with what I believe is a clear "diagnosis" of problem. She said she didn't strain when using the bathroom. We told her the next time she uses the bathroom to let us know what she sees or come get us if we're available.
I've had this issue in the past, got myself checked and was given a clear bill of health, but with so many children that I am aware of within my circle that have not been as fortunate to receive good news, I am concerned.
Thoughts?
This post was edited on 12/23/14 at 11:28 am
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Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:38 am to Will Cover
Hemmoroid maybe?
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:38 am to Will Cover
Hope it goes well at the Dr's
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:38 am to TechDawg2007
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Hemmoroid maybe?
Could be, I didn't check, but I would think that young children wouldn't be as susceptible to them?
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:39 am to Will Cover
We get kids with blood in their stool all the time at work. It could be several things really so she will have to see her pediatrician and they can run tests.
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:39 am to lsunurse
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We get kids with blood in their stool all the time at work. It could be several things really so she will have to see her pediatrician and they can run tests.
I agree and realize that it is very hard to diagnose the true cause without blood work.
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:41 am to Will Cover
What was the color of the blood?
Fresh/bright red blood is usually not a big deal, usually it can indicate a hemorrhoid or something minor near the colon.
Dark blood that doesn't look fresh usually means it's something internal and more serious.
Fresh/bright red blood is usually not a big deal, usually it can indicate a hemorrhoid or something minor near the colon.
Dark blood that doesn't look fresh usually means it's something internal and more serious.
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:42 am to Will Cover
Good luck, I realize this has to be very stressful, esp since it's your 6 year old.
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:43 am to efrad
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What was the color of the blood?
It was a "dull" color or faded red. Not bright that I have personally experienced before.
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:44 am to lsunurse
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Good luck, I realize this has to be very stressful, esp since it's your 6 year old.
It is. Very.
We have an appointment tomorrow morning with her pediatrician.
Nurse, what type of test(s) should I ask for?
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:45 am to Will Cover
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without blood work.
And stool studies as well. That is gonna mess with your daughter a lil at that age. She is gonna be grossed out. "Why do they want my poop?!!!!"
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:47 am to lsunurse
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And stool studies as well. That is gonna mess with your daughter a lil at that age. She is gonna be grossed out. "Why do they want my poop?!!!!"
I envision this requiring us (parents) collecting stool samples while not at the doctor's office, right?
Unless she can poop on demand? I know she can certainly toot on demand.
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:48 am to Will Cover
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Nurse, what type of test(s) should I ask for?
I'd let your pediatrician decide that really.
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:49 am to Will Cover
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I envision this requiring us (parents) collecting stool samples while not at the doctor's office, right?
Yup. Have fun with that one
Posted on 12/15/14 at 8:49 am to lsunurse
Fair enough. Appointment has been made and hopefully peace of mind to follow.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 11:26 am to Will Cover
Update. Went to the doctor the following morning after originally post. Didn't see her regular pediatrician. Doctor did not seem too concerned as she attributed it to what she ate.
Told me to come back if she bleeds again and starts cramping.
Unfortunately, this has happened twice since first doctor's visit. Now seeing her primary pediatrician and we are getting X-Rays and stool samples.
Lost it when I heard the big C word this morning as something we need to look into.
I am a wreck.
Told me to come back if she bleeds again and starts cramping.
Unfortunately, this has happened twice since first doctor's visit. Now seeing her primary pediatrician and we are getting X-Rays and stool samples.
Lost it when I heard the big C word this morning as something we need to look into.
I am a wreck.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 11:42 am to Will Cover
Man, they're gonna mention cancer as one of a whole list of things that it could be. I'm not saying not to take it seriously, just that they need to mention it, not that they think that's what it is.
Be brave for your little girl, and pray if that's something you believe in doing.
Be brave for your little girl, and pray if that's something you believe in doing.
This post was edited on 12/23/14 at 11:43 am
Posted on 12/23/14 at 11:44 am to Will Cover
I hope everything turns out ok. Good luck obtaining those stool samples 
Keep us updated though. Hopefully it's nothing serious.
Keep us updated though. Hopefully it's nothing serious.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 11:46 am to Will Cover
Damn, that's the same age my my little girl. Hope and pray everything turns out OK.
Posted on 12/23/14 at 11:47 am to Will Cover
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I am a wreck.
prayers man...be strong for them...hopefully its nothing serious
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