If white blood cells are found in the baby’s stool with a plus sign, this is often a sign of intestinal infection. Under normal circumstances, a baby’s stool should not contain white blood cells. When a baby suffers from bacterial enteritis, viral enteritis, or parasitic infection, the balance of microorganisms in the intestines will be disrupted, leading to an inflammatory response.
The specific causes of intestinal infections are diverse, including but not limited to:
Bacterial enteritis: Pathogens such as Escherichia coli, Shigella invade the intestinal mucosa, leading to tissue congestion, edema, and even bleeding. These pathological processes can cause white blood cells to appear in the excrement.
Viral enteritis: Rotavirus, Norovirus enter the baby’s body through oral intake, causing symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain. Severe patients may also have dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.
Parasitic infection: Parasites such as Entamoeba histolytica, roundworms can also cause similar symptoms, accompanied by fever, fatigue, lethargy, and other issues.
In this situation, parents should promptly take the baby to see a doctor, undergo a comprehensive examination, and take treatment measures based on the diagnosis. The doctor may prescribe Cefixime granules to combat bacterial infections, montmorillonite powder to help stop diarrhea. If it is caused by a virus, antiviral medications like Ribavirin oral solution may be used. Parasitic infections may require anthelmintics like Albendazole tablets.
Daily care is also essential, ensuring that the baby maintains an appropriate body temperature, wears clothing appropriately, and arranges diet reasonably, avoiding overfeeding to reduce the pressure on the digestive system and prevent the condition from worsening.
