Question 1

have been experiencing loose stools, and constant menstrual like cramps for 2 days now, should i contact my doctor? i am 36 +2 weeks pregnant.

Accepted Answer

Yes: any time there is something out of the ordinary you should touch base with your doctor  stay hydrated  but give doc a call

Question 2

i am having pain in my lower left abdomen nausea and on and off diarrhea. i had a normal (for me) menstral cycle that ended a week ago so pregnancy is?

Accepted Answer

Could be: You should do a pregnancy test  - even IF you had a period - as the period could have been break through bleeding

Question 3

my 23 year old daughter gets diarrhoea before her menstrual cycle starts, is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Menses and diarrhea: Change of bowel movements can occur around the menstrual cycle. If her symptoms are very cyclical, matching with her menses, and no blood in stool, fever, then it sounds fairly benign, and related to her cycle.

Question 4

woke up with terrible stomach pain last night. tought it was menstrual cramp, was not. i had  liquid diarreah, and  still have stomach pain & diarreah?

Accepted Answer

Gastroenteritis: Gastroenteritis is most likely. It is usually caused by a virus and will usually run its course. Norovirus is common and there are crypto outbreaks also. Influenza can present this way also. See a physician if symptoms do not resolve.

Question 5

woman, 39 years old. for 18 months: heavy menstrual bleeding, bleeding between periods, cramps, low back pain. since 1 month: urge to defecate after every meal, diarrhoea. doctor found something in uterus, he did not name it. cancer symptoms?

Accepted Answer

: Your question is directed to the 2 different sets of symptoms.
One is abnormal uterine bleeding which requires full attention of your gynecologist and the other is GI symptoms which are probably unrelated.
The answers as to the cause will require a Pelvic ultasound examination of your uterus to rule out any cause such as Cancer.

Question 6

why do i have diarrhea during my period? why do i have diarrhea during my menstrual cycle?

Accepted Answer

GI symptoms: Gastrointestinal symptoms during menses is rare, but is likely related to progesterone.  Other possibilities include ibs, inflammatory bowel disease, endometriosis, and fistulae.

Question 7

i am experiencing  abdominal pain (severity: moderate) , back pain (severity: severe) (side: lower) , hot flashes, missed or late menstrual period, no menstrual periods, diarrhea, appetite changes, and bloating or abdominal fullness. the following also de

Accepted Answer

Severe symptoms: These symptoms require an immediate visit to the GYN MD for evaluation and treatment. Go to the ER if you don't have a MD to call for an appointment.

Question 8

how to stop diarrhea?

Accepted Answer

Depends: This is strictly determined by the cause of the diarrhea.  Without seeing you, obtaining a history and doing an exam of you and the stools, there is no easy way to diagnose and treat you.  See a doctor.

Question 9

what diet for diarrhea?

Accepted Answer

BRAT for acute runs: Start with bananas, rice (white), applesauce (has pectin), tea and toast (white)- easily absorbed. Fluids, not just water.  Advance and add protein:  miso soup goes down easy; add baked, boiled chicken, fish, potato, plain pasta; advance as tolerated.Add in cooked veggies (save salad and citrus for later). Chronic? See md
probiotics, eg. S boulardii (florastor) can be helpful.  Not better see doc.

Question 10

how to remove diarrhea?

Accepted Answer

Gentle on GI track: If you have diarrhea drink water to hydrate yourself. You can also have clear soups / broths, unsweetened juices or oral rehydration solutions. You want to be gentle with your diet so that your GI track can recover. Stay away from dairy, leafy vegetables & most fruits initially. Caffeine & alcohol should be avoided as well as any dark carbonated beverages. Although it may seem bland to you, stay &gt;.

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Have been experiencing loose stools, and constant menstrual like cramps for 2 days now, should i contact my doctor? i am 36 +2 weeks pregnant.

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I am having pain in my lower left abdomen nausea and on and off diarrhea. i had a normal (for me) menstral cycle that ended a week ago so pregnancy is?

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My 23 year old daughter gets diarrhoea before her menstrual cycle starts, is this normal?

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Woke up with terrible stomach pain last night. tought it was menstrual cramp, was not. i had liquid diarreah, and still have stomach pain & diarreah?

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Woman, 39 years old. for 18 months: heavy menstrual bleeding, bleeding between periods, cramps, low back pain. since 1 month: urge to defecate after every meal, diarrhoea. doctor found something in uterus, he did not name it. cancer symptoms?

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Why do i have diarrhea during my period? why do i have diarrhea during my menstrual cycle?

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I am experiencing abdominal pain (severity: moderate) , back pain (severity: severe) (side: lower) , hot flashes, missed or late menstrual period, no menstrual periods, diarrhea, appetite changes, and bloating or abdominal fullness. the following also de

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