blood in poop

[clairehc]

has anyone any experience of this? little bub 6 months has had blood in his poop after straining to poop. should i be worried (although i am already):confused:

[NonnyMouse]

This is usually ok in small amounts... bubs who strain to poo can get small fissures that bleed a bit. If there's a lot, or it's mucussy blood, rather than just a bit of red stuff, then see a doc.

[reAllytee]

Yeah as Nonny said its more than likely from bubs straining & causing a little tear ( fissure ) ...

I am assuming that bubs poo has become firmer than normal which is often the case around this age when either they change to a follow on formula or start solids ...

If its the former then change back to the original formula as they dont really need to changes its more a mrketing ploy !

If its the latter then take note of what bubs has been eating as this may be the cause !

[clairehc]

thanks ladies... hopefully he will be fine.. there isn't much there at all.. he has been on anti reflux formula for about 7 weeks now but solids have come along more recently so i think it must be thatas they are fairly solid...

[reAllytee]

Aaaaaah bingo !

You will find both the formula & the starting of solids will both be at play !

The AR formulas have a thickener in them which are pretty notorious for causing constipation !

So try & see whether some pears help they are a great natural laxative & are one of the least allergenic foods !

Good luck !