What is foul-smelling poop a symptom of?
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What is foul-smelling poop a symptom of?
Intestinal Infection Foul-smelling stools may also be a sign of an intestinal viral, bacterial (like E. coli or Salmonella), or parasitic infection. These infections can occur after eating contaminated food or drinking contaminated water (which can also happen when swimming).
What infection causes foul-smelling stool?
Key points about giardiasis Giardiasis is an infection caused by a parasite called Giardia. It causes diarrhea. Symptoms include explosive, watery, greasy, foul-smelling stools, bloating, nausea, pain, gas, fatigue, and loss of appetite. Several medicines are available that cure the infection.
When should I be concerned about my childs poop?
Dr. Molina says a parent should call the pediatrician if light gray stool or white poop occurs two or more times, or if poop continues to be a strange color (besides green) for more than 24 hours without a suspected cause.
Can giardia go away on its own?
Giardiasis treatment If your symptoms are mild, you generally won’t need treatment for giardiasis. Mild infections can go away on their own in a few weeks. If symptoms are severe or aren’t going away, medicine can be used. Infected people who work at a daycare or nursing home may also be treated with medicine.
Why does my toddler’s poop smell sour?
The scent is most often a reflection of how long the poop was in the intestines—the longer it sits in bacteria, the more it will smell. However, some babies with very sour- or foul-smelling poop may have an intolerance or allergy.
What foods cause smelly poop?
When you eat foods that are high in sulfur—such as meats, dairy, garlic, and cruciferous veggies (think: broccoli, cabbage, kale)—your gut works overtime to digest them and produces a larger amount of the gasses that make your poop smell.
How do I know if my child is lactose intolerant?
Signs your child is lactose intolerant Loose stools and gas, especially when your child eats dairy products. Watery diarrhea with gas. Stomach bloating, gas and nausea. Skin rash and frequent colds.
How do I know if my child has giardiasis?
Signs and Symptoms Most children with a Giardia infection have no symptoms at all. A few have abdominal pain and watery, foul-smelling diarrhea that can lead to dehydration. They may also have excessive gas and bloating and could have a poor appetite, leading to weight loss. Fever is uncommon.
What does it mean when your poop smells like rotten eggs?
Foods that are high in sulfate content such as veggies, dairy, eggs, and meat can cause poop that smells like rotten eggs. “Sulfur is a necessary component in our diet, and certain foods high in sulfates increase sulfur gas as the byproduct of foods being broken down,” he says.
How can I make my poop less smelly?
You can help stop super smelly poops with these easy tips to quell the smell and stifle the rifle:
- Eat less.
- Cut back on ultra-processed foods and unhealthy fats.
- See ya, sulphur.
- Cut down on sugar alcohols.
- Cut down on certain foods.
- Swallow less air.
- Favour fibre.
- Drink more water.
Can child suddenly become lactose intolerant?
While it may seem like lactose intolerance starts suddenly, it gradually worsens over time and the symptoms become more obvious. About 65-70% of the world’s population is affected by primary lactase deficiency, which is a genetic condition.
