Hi my daughter is two years old and lately she has had very loose stools that are black in color and very sticky. She just got over MRSA and pneumonia. The medication she was on for MRSA didn t mention any black stools as the side effects.The medicine she was on is called Septra. Should i be concerned?
Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query your daughter have symptoms of diarrhea with black and sticky stool. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like food intolerance, food allergy, bacterial or viral infection, parasitic infection or inflammatory bowel disease. Need not worry. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. You should take plenty of fluids to ready Chat Doctor.  Take diet rich in multivitamins and avoid any oily sharp and fast food. Take diet rich in fibers as well. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like ornidazole, omeprazole along with operative. For now eat light and non-spicy, eat fresh fruits and vegetables and eat fruits like banana. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,