Question 1

had two big surgeries for melanoma. had iv chemo and radiation. now back. non-localized in abdomen and left kidney. chemo & radiation not option. help?

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New Meds for Melanom: You may benefit from a second opinion as there are now several new medicines available to treat metastatic melanoma. Some of them are immunotherapy based drugs. Actually 4 new drugs(all non -chemotherapy drugs) have been approved just during the last  2 years. So you will benefit from seeing a melanoma specialist and explore if you might be able to receive these new drugs. Good luck.

Question 2

rectal pain and unable to make a bowel movement. impacted?

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Fissure, maybe...: You may have a fissure- an acute crack or tear in the anal canal that is quite painful. Spasm of pelvic floor muscles and nonrelaxation of the sphincter can make it difficult to move bowels. Drink plenty of water, try a stool sotener, but above all, see your doctor asap for diagnosis in person, and to rule out more concerning issues that may be present.

Question 3

severe rectal pain during bowel movement causing weakness shaking?

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Fissure: Severe anal pain caused by a bm which persists after is usually a fissure.

Question 4

i am having rectal pain with a bowel movement, also a sharp but not bad pain in my upper right abdomen that comes and goes. i'm thinking i should see?

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See a doctor: your rectal pain could be anal fissure,or a hemorrhoid.
your upper abdominal pain could be an ulcer,or your gallbladder.
eat light food,avoid spicy and greasy food,drink a lot of water,and juices,eat fruits and vegetables,eat more fibers,keep your bowel soft,
check with your doctor for some testing

Question 5

rectal pain & bleeding during bowel movements for months. dr confirmed its not hemorrhoids but saw skin tag. what could it be? exam isnt for 3 weeks

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R/o Colitis : Need to try to get you squeezed into a faster Gastroenterology appointment please call your insurance. Any vomiting of blood or dark tarry stools? Any lightheadedness or fatigue at rest or exertion. As a woman you will also lose blood via menstruation so see MD ASAP to make sure you’re not anemic ER if worsening fatigue shortness of breath or fever/chills if bad don’t hesitate to call 911

Question 6

severe rectal pain during bowel movement causing fainting. what condition is this?

Accepted Answer

Defecation syncope,: Is what you are describing. Significant vagal nerve stimulus from painful defecation or heavy bearing down. This is due to the Insulin resistance syndrome, get checked for this and follow a low-glycemic index diet and get frequent, aerobic exercise. But why so much pain with defecation? You need to see a gastroenterologist to figure this part of it out.

Question 7

i have mild spontaneous rectal pain which comes and goes during the day, irrelevant of bowel movements, and with no other symptoms, what could it be?

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Proctalgia : Is many times generated through muscle spasm or nerve compression and work up is needed in order to understand if structural changes are present. Talk to your doc about your symptoms so that workup can be started.

Question 8

i have severe rectal pain during periods while bowel movement and passing gas . can u suggest remedy for this situation ?

Accepted Answer

Rectal Pain: Many reasons could cause rectal pain such as hemorrhoids or anal fissures. You should see a gastroenterologist for a formal exam and possible anoscopy (endoscopic) evaluation

Question 9

is it normal to have sharp shooting rectal pain during bowel movement w straining? only happens during my period. pain worsens with more pushing.

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See doctor: Difficult to speculate without an examination of the rectal area and a pelvic examination.  It could be adenomyosis or endometriosis, or just hemorroids, so anything I say is just speculation.  At your age it doesn't seem dangerous, so addressing the problem will depend on how serious the problem is to you.

Question 10

woke to severe rectal pain. didn't feel constipated but used glycerin suppository in case. next day had a bowel movement w/ some grayish poop at end?

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If persists&gt; see Dr: There are a number of conditions that can cause rectal pain. If the pain occurred only once and you don't have pain on defecating it's possible the pain may be due to Proctalgia fugax. This can be due to spasm of the anal muscles, nerve compression or other causes. If you continue to have symptoms see a colorectal surgeon or GI specialist for a precise diagnosis.&gt; http://bit.ly/1VI0NUc

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Had two big surgeries for melanoma. had iv chemo and radiation. now back. non-localized in abdomen and left kidney. chemo & radiation not option. help?

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Rectal pain and unable to make a bowel movement. impacted?

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Severe rectal pain during bowel movement causing weakness shaking?

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I am having rectal pain with a bowel movement, also a sharp but not bad pain in my upper right abdomen that comes and goes. i'm thinking i should see?

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Rectal pain & bleeding during bowel movements for months. dr confirmed its not hemorrhoids but saw skin tag. what could it be? exam isnt for 3 weeks

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Severe rectal pain during bowel movement causing fainting. what condition is this?

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I have mild spontaneous rectal pain which comes and goes during the day, irrelevant of bowel movements, and with no other symptoms, what could it be?

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I have severe rectal pain during periods while bowel movement and passing gas . can u suggest remedy for this situation ?

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Is it normal to have sharp shooting rectal pain during bowel movement w straining? only happens during my period. pain worsens with more pushing.

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Woke to severe rectal pain. didn't feel constipated but used glycerin suppository in case. next day had a bowel movement w/ some grayish poop at end?

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