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Occult positive in stool

2025-07-22 18:38:52
She is premature baby.. Today we did stool test found below results Occult blood positive Fat globules- positive Rbc -8-10 Pus cells - 15-20 Epithelial cells - 4-5 What does it mean
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Premature babies often have sensitive guts. Your baby's stool shows signs of mild inflammation, likely due to intolerance or infection. With the right changes in feeding and gut support, babies usually recover well
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Baby needs to be monitored closely, adjust feeding, and treated

Answered2025-07-23 10:53:15

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Consult physically with Pediatrician

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