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Test Usage: Testing for reducing substances in stool is used in diagnosing the cause of diarrhea in children. Increased reducing substances in stool are consistent with primary or secondary disaccharidase deficiency and intestinal monosaccharide malabsorption.imilar intestinal absorption deficiencies are associated with short bowel syndrome and necrotizing enterocolitis. Stool reducing substances is also helpful in diagnosing between osmotic diarrhea caused by abnormal excretion of various sugars as opposed to diarrhea caused by viruses and parasites.
1 If your child is very constipated, the doctor may suggest using an over-the-counter stool softener, lubricant (such as mineral oil), laxative, or suppository. 2  A glycerin suppository will stimulate your child's rectum and help her pass a stool. To help keep your child's stools soft, increase the amount of fluid she drinks. 2  Water is your best choice, but a little prune juice or apple juice can help. 3  Limit your child's juice consumption to 1/2 to 3/4 cup (4 to 6 ounces) a day to prevent tooth decay and a ruined appetite.