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WanderingWalnut · 15/06/2026 23:07

Im worried about my son. He’s been losing weight and has been generally unwell since we returned from a cruise around south America. It could be a coincidence, but im adamant it’s somehow related to the trip. He’s had constant ibs like symptoms. How can i test this further as GP is just saying itll pass.

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Ilmiocompleanno · 15/06/2026 23:25

How long since you got back from your trip? And how old is your DS and how much weight has he lost? If symptoms have been going on for weeks (or are really severe) I think it would be reasonable to ask to see a different GP for a second opinion.

Mumtobabyhavoc · 16/06/2026 08:19

Parasite?
GP could order a stool test.

SaraHoliday · 16/06/2026 10:05

Ask for a second opinion or call 111.

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