Suggest Treatment For Loose Stools And Abdominal Cramps In A Child

Posted on Wed, 14 Dec 2016

Question: My 6 year old son has frequent loose stools with abdominal cramps and now he has a purple dots all over his butt cheeks- should I be concerned?
The day before yesterday the loose stools started and he went at least once an hour. Yesterday was better he went a few times in the morning and was fine most of the day, he pooped before bedtime then woke up at 3am and has gone 3-4 times since then - I just saw this rash this morning

Answered by Dr. Arun (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes could be infection of skin

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Loose stools usually cause reddish rash.
But purple dots indicate infection of skin ( bacterial or fungal like candida)
It is better to consult your doctor.
He may need antifungal or antiseptic ointments along with emollients .
Avoid wipes and tissue to clean.
Better to clean with water and mild soap.
Wishing your child speedy recovery.
Regards
Dr Arun

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Arun (14 minutes later)

This is not skin breakdown from the diarrhea, he does have that surrounding his rectum - this is like papura on the butt checks - it is serparatevand distant from the skin breakdown - it is dry and flat

Answered by Dr. Arun (6 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes that is what i mentioned

Detailed Answer:
Yes skin breakdown is very common and is reddish.
But these purple dry and flat dots could be fungal or bacterial infection like i mentioned earlier.
consult your paediatrician soon.
Regards.

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