Question 1

how common is it to have pale stools after a stomach virus?

Accepted Answer

Not usnual: The color of stools depends on multiple factors, including what you have eaten, the bacterial flora present in your colon, the amount of bile you are putting out, and other factors.  As long as your stools are not entirely white in color this will correct itself shortly and you will be reassured.  Good luck.

Question 2

upper stomach discomfort when standing or walking around, gets better when sitting. other symp. gas, pale stool, and feeling of bloating. ?

Accepted Answer

Abd pain/pale stools: The liver releases bile salts into the stool, giving it a normal brown color. pale, clay-colored stools may be due to liver or biliary tract problems, such as hepatitis or gallstones, possibly accompanied by jaundice or dark urine. Pale,  yellow, greasy, foul-smelling stools may be due to malabsorption of fat as seen with pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer or celiac disease.

Question 3

i have had a pale stool, i'm not sure if eating a lot of broccoli can do that or not. also pain in stomach around belly button, pain in rib area and gassy.

Accepted Answer

Pale stool/ pain: May be gallbladder,as clay colored stool is a sign of gallbladder disease. usually pain is about 1 hour after eating. As previous note follow up with doctor /urgent care today. Broccoli usually makes stool dark

Question 4

i have had gastritis and feeling better now. had the endoscopy .all biopsies werr benign. doing great but last night ate a bowl of potatoes with butter. this morning stomach ache and pale stool. was this the potatoes?

Accepted Answer

: Typical GI  transit time is 30 hours so the change in character of your stool in the absence of diarrhea, is that the potatoes are still in the digestive transit pathway.  Was the endoscopy in the last 24 hours which would affect transit time.?

Question 5

could stool be yellow after a stomach virus?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It may take several days for stools to return to normal after digestive upset.  If they're not bloody or black and tarry don't worry much.

Question 6

had colonoscopy 1.5 years ago. normal. dr. did tell me i had any issues. had stomach virus 2 weeks ago. still having bad smelling stool & some cramps.

Accepted Answer

At 32 no need: Your current condition as you said is related to infection and expected to clear. This month is colorectal Cancer awareness month. Screening is done from 50 to 75 yr age After 85 not indicated, gap patient  choice.Predisposed people with  genetic factor , polyposis, ulcerative colitis etc do not fall into this category , more frequent surveillance is needed

Question 7

is it normal to have light colored stools after a stomach virus?

Accepted Answer

It is possible: It is possible that after a stomach virus/infection you can have temporary alterations in the quality of the stool. But this should revert to normal after a few days. If it continues it can be the sign of some other underlying process and should be evaluated by your regular physician.

Question 8

i've had a bad case of the stomach flu for past few days and now my stool is yellow to pale orange. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Virus: If this is a viral intestinal tract infection causing diarrhea or loose stools, the color change is to be expected due to more rapid transit of stools through the intestinal tract and would be a temporary situation. Disorders of liver, pancreas or gall bladder can also cause these color changes. If bm's don't revert to normal after several days, consult your physician or gastroenterologist .

Question 9

is it normal to have pale and soft stools after stomach flu?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It will take several days to recover completely-so your  stools may remain softer and lighter than normal for several days or even a week or more, and they may be more frequent than normal.

Question 10

i had a stomach virus last week(watery stool,vomiting and pains),now i have cold plus with random watery stool and im kind worried ?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: You should try Clear liquid diet for 24 hrs, and if you don't recovered you should see your doctor for evaluation and stool culture.

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How common is it to have pale stools after a stomach virus?

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Upper stomach discomfort when standing or walking around, gets better when sitting. other symp. gas, pale stool, and feeling of bloating. ?

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I have had a pale stool, i'm not sure if eating a lot of broccoli can do that or not. also pain in stomach around belly button, pain in rib area and gassy.

A member asked:

I have had gastritis and feeling better now. had the endoscopy .all biopsies werr benign. doing great but last night ate a bowl of potatoes with butter. this morning stomach ache and pale stool. was this the potatoes?

A member asked:

Could stool be yellow after a stomach virus?

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Had colonoscopy 1.5 years ago. normal. dr. did tell me i had any issues. had stomach virus 2 weeks ago. still having bad smelling stool & some cramps.

A member asked:

Is it normal to have light colored stools after a stomach virus?

A member asked:

I've had a bad case of the stomach flu for past few days and now my stool is yellow to pale orange. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

Is it normal to have pale and soft stools after stomach flu?

A member asked:

I had a stomach virus last week(watery stool,vomiting and pains),now i have cold plus with random watery stool and im kind worried ?

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