Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Painful Stools With Blood ?

My 5 year old son has been having bright red blood in his stool. I know he is not constipated because he goes on a regular basis and doesnt complain that it hurts when he goes to the bathroom. But he is always telling me there is blood in it and i have seen it a few times when he hasnt flushed it. Also he complains about his left side hurting a lot. Not as much as the stool problem but atleast once a week he complains about his side. Just curious if this is something I should be concerned about.
Mon, 28 Aug 2017
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
Noted the history and understood your concerns.
The commonest cause of bright red blood in stool of a a 5 year old child can be as follows:
Intestinal infection.
Ulcer in the colon.
Ulcer in rectum or anal canal.
Polyposis being rare at this age.
Thei can be diagnosed by the following:
Get the stool tests done.
Blood for CBC, bleeding and clotting disorders.
A course of an antibiotic, metronidazole can help to eradicate the problems but if the bleeding persists then ano-proctoscopy and pediatric colonoscopy may be needed to ascertain the cause and thus get proper management as needed.
Keep him on soft and liquid diet.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on digestive issues share your reports here and Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Painful Stools With Blood ?

Hi. Thanks for your query. Noted the history and understood your concerns. The commonest cause of bright red blood in stool of a a 5 year old child can be as follows: Intestinal infection. Ulcer in the colon. Ulcer in rectum or anal canal. Polyposis being rare at this age. Thei can be diagnosed by the following: Get the stool tests done. Blood for CBC, bleeding and clotting disorders. A course of an antibiotic, metronidazole can help to eradicate the problems but if the bleeding persists then ano-proctoscopy and pediatric colonoscopy may be needed to ascertain the cause and thus get proper management as needed. Keep him on soft and liquid diet.