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Red spot in baby stool
My son is 4 month old and today we found small red spot in his stool .also I have attached the picture for reference. He is in formula , active , regular urine 5 to 6 times . Kindly advice .
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Get done stool routine report...
Also look for perianal rashes which might lead to red spots in stool...
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
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16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi,
Get a stool routine test
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Sometimes if any rashes in the anal area can cause bleeding. Wait for couple of days. If bleeding continues or child is not active, consult a nearby paediatrician.
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