Calprotectin ready 440

Hi, anyone help, my son 10years old has had a reading 440, he has coeliac, and been suffering from Constipation. My husband and 1 are so worried that it might something serious. All his blood test results have come back normal apart from the calprotectin and the neutrophils were low. We're not getting help from Paediatric at the hospital. His still suffering from the Constipation, is it ok to give lactulose? To help ease the stool softness, his had no diagnosis yet? 

  • Hi apple_tree,

    I'm sorry to hear your son is experiencing these difficulties and it sounds like you're having a bit of a tough time getting support. It will only be the doctor/specialist who can provide answers, after any relevant tests, and who can give the information regarding any next steps. Hopefully you have an opportunity to discuss this with them soon.

    In the meantime you are welcome to give our nurses a call if you'd like to talk to someone. Please note however that they are not able to diagnose or give a medical opinion. You can reach them on 0808 800 4040 - Monday-Friday, 9-5.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator