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What Causes Bloody Diarrhea After Taking Antibiotics?
My son,age34 had been on antibiotics for a tooth infection-almost finished with it. Yesterday started with loose stools-then bloody. Went to the doctor today and did a stool culture. She ordered Imodium and Zantac with a bland diet. Encouraged to drink Gatorade. He continues with mucous-bloody stools, small amount and pain below chest. What do you think?
Mon, 19 May 2014
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
Bloody diarrhea after taking antibiotics could be due to c.diff infection. It can be confirmed with stool test.
He may have to take metronidazole and probiotics for relief.
I hope that answers your question.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
Bloody diarrhea after taking antibiotics could be due to c.diff infection. It can be confirmed with stool test.
He may have to take metronidazole and probiotics for relief.
I hope that answers your question.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
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