Question 1

my bowels movement is ok but is it normal to feel bloated with gas but unable to pass gas? what do i do? just had a colon surgery 2 weeks ago.

Accepted Answer

Not unusual: Good news is that bowels are working!
you had antibiotics and change on diet wrapped around the surgery and some reconditioning is likely.
Mention to your colon surgeon however.

Question 2

i recently had perforated colon surgery on 10/28 w/ 4 days in hosp. is it normal to feel uncomfortable pressure in lower abdomen when urinating? also how long is the healing process?

Accepted Answer

: If your symptoms persist beyond a week or so after surgery, it would be prudent to consult your doctor to rule out persistent infection.
Wish you good health!

Question 3

blood and pus coming from anal when wiping and sometimes when not having a bowel movement was told had pocket in colon about 2 years ago 74 year old f?

Accepted Answer

Rectal issues: Pocket may be diverticulosis, but pus coming out is not common. I would promptly refer yourself to physician to rule out other issues.

Question 4

can you still have normal bowel movements abd have colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Colon cancer can be asymptomatic. The recommendations from the american cancer society include a colonoscopy at the age of 50 even if you have no symptoms. Followup colonoscopy is then based on whether polpys are found. In patients with a family history of colon cancer, the recommendation is for earlier screening, usually 10 years prior to the age thecancer was diagnosed in the family member.

Question 5

blood after a bowel movements - how likely is colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

Cannot tell: Without an examination with your doctor. Tumors, polyps, cancer, hemorrhoids? See a doctor.

Question 6

i've had part of colon removed due to cancer and ever since i have had very large bowel movements.  why is this?

Accepted Answer

Change of habits: Removing a segment of colon will not  severely  effect your bowel movements , most likely since surgery you are eating more fibre , besides large bm is better getting constipated.

Question 7

i had a colon resection a month and a half ago. lately when i have a bowel movement i get pain in my lower back and abdomen. any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You want to let your surgeon know about this. He/she did the resection and must know about it. Better be safe and good luck. Hopefully nothing serious.

Question 8

im 18 and i have been under alot of stress latley and i have had a change in bowel movements that is my only symptom do i have colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not Likely: Young adults with colon cancer often have known genetic problems or at least a strong family history. These are really rare. See: http://jnci.oxfordjournals.org/content/early/2011/03/24/jnci.djr094.full
Stress often causes simple diarrhea  or may be implicated in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). See: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome/basics/causes/con-20024578

Question 9

6 mos. ago i had a  prolonged period of constipation. since that time my lower back aches frequently, even after a bowel movement.  colons. was good?

Accepted Answer

See your doc: I recommend making an appointment with your family doctor to help better determine the cause of your pain especially with prolonged constipation.

Question 10

lately i have had to push to get a bowel movement started. can forcing cause the colon to get irritated so blood appears on feces? can it be hemmoroid

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhoids or not?: Bleeding from the rectum that recurs may also indicate anal fissures, proctitis (due to infection, inflammatory bowel disease, radiation therapy, stercoral ulcers, rectal prolapse, trauma, etc.) or a bleeding source further upstream. Depending on your age, risk factors, current medication (aspirin, nsaid's, anticoagulants can cause bleeding), get evaluated sooner than later.

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My bowels movement is ok but is it normal to feel bloated with gas but unable to pass gas? what do i do? just had a colon surgery 2 weeks ago.

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I recently had perforated colon surgery on 10/28 w/ 4 days in hosp. is it normal to feel uncomfortable pressure in lower abdomen when urinating? also how long is the healing process?

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Blood and pus coming from anal when wiping and sometimes when not having a bowel movement was told had pocket in colon about 2 years ago 74 year old f?

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Can you still have normal bowel movements abd have colon cancer?

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Blood after a bowel movements - how likely is colon cancer?

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I've had part of colon removed due to cancer and ever since i have had very large bowel movements. why is this?

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I had a colon resection a month and a half ago. lately when i have a bowel movement i get pain in my lower back and abdomen. any ideas?

A member asked:

Im 18 and i have been under alot of stress latley and i have had a change in bowel movements that is my only symptom do i have colon cancer?

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6 mos. ago i had a prolonged period of constipation. since that time my lower back aches frequently, even after a bowel movement. colons. was good?

A member asked:

Lately i have had to push to get a bowel movement started. can forcing cause the colon to get irritated so blood appears on feces? can it be hemmoroid

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