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What Causes Loose And Black Stools In A Child After Abdominal Surgery?

My duaghter, age 20 months, had abdominal surgery on Tuesday. Her stools have been very loose and black for about two days. She drinks very well and is eating (basic foods, carrots, banana muffins, etc.). How soon should we wait until we call her physician?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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You may wait for a week to attain proper bowel movement. In case the condition persists or child shows any other symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal distension, frank bleeds or fever, then immediately contact your doctor.
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What Causes Loose And Black Stools In A Child After Abdominal Surgery?

Hi You may wait for a week to attain proper bowel movement. In case the condition persists or child shows any other symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal distension, frank bleeds or fever, then immediately contact your doctor. Take care