Patient's question:
The baby is six years old this year. Recently, I've noticed that the baby's digestive system isn't doing well. During dinner, the baby always lacks appetite. Because I previously had intussusception, I'm worried it might be hereditary across generations. I would like to ask if a thorough examination could reveal intussusception through the baby's stool test results?Doctor's answer:
Children with intussusception often do not have specific indicators in stool examination that can diagnose the condition. X-ray examination can be used to confirm it. Children with intussusception may have a currant jelly-like stool, and a cup-shaped shadow can be observed under X-ray. Intussusception is more common in infants and young children. Air enema can be used to reposition the intestine in cases of intussusception. If air enema is ineffective, surgery may be necessary to prevent intestinal abscess formation.