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  • Male
  • 40 Years
  • 17/09/2025

I have been having abdominal pain for the last three months. I did a stool test, and it shows WBC 3 to 4 per HPF. What does this mean?

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Presence of WBCs in stool (3 to 4/HPF) may indicate mild inflammation in the intestines. It is not alarming alone, but combined with chronic abdominal pain, it may suggest mild infection, IBS, or early IBD. Evaluate if you have symptoms like diarrhea, weight loss, or blood in stool. Dietary triggers, stress, or post infection gut sensitivity could be causes. Consult a gastroenterologist if pain persists despite normal basic reports.

Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...

Take a Fecal Calprotectin Test Test or Take a CBC Test (Complete Blood Count) Test

Answered 17/09/2025

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