Question
My baby is 56 days old and was diagnosed with ’thrombocytopenic purpura’ after birth. After treatment, the platelet count is around 80,000. The child’s spirit and appetite are normal, but there is always hidden blood in the stool, especially during diarrhea, with occasional small amounts of red blood cells and white blood cells visible to the naked eye. How should it be treated?
Answer
Based on your description, your baby’s condition, with persistent hidden blood in the stool, indicates a more severe situation. This is due to intestinal mucosal bleeding caused by thrombocytopenic purpura, and it requires regular treatment at a hospital. Newborns often undergo stool tests at the hospital where hidden blood tests positive. Considering that your baby has now shown signs of gastrointestinal inflammation, it is recommended to take medication under the guidance of a doctor.