My 3 years old son has loose stool since yesterday. His stool report says: RBC 1-3 hpf, WBC 1-3 hpf, pus cells 1-3 hpf, no protzoal parasite, no helminthes parasites, no occult blood, no mucus. What is the likely diagnosis and what should be the treatment?
Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query your son have symptoms of loose stools which seems to be due to acute gastroenteritis which is a type of viral infection. It could be due to electrolyte imbalance in body. Need not worry. I would suggest you to take proper rest. You should have plenty of fluids to rely Chat Doctor.  You should take diet rich in multivitamins. Furthermore, you should do tepid sponging as well. Avoid intake of outside hot and spicy food substances. Visit pediatrician once and get it examined. You should get blood tests done to find out underlying cause of your condition whether bacterial or viral and start treatment accordingly. You should give child diet rich in fibers and proton pump inhibitors. Your symptoms will resolve in 3-5 days. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,