Question 1

hi there, i have a mild headache in my forehead, made worse by movement or strain. loose stool, back pain in mid to lower back, worse on right of spine than left but both sore.
temperature ranging between 37,5-38.2
i took norflex which eased the pain?

Accepted Answer

Gastroenteritis: The primary diagnosis of diarrhea and mild pain is a viral infection of the bowel, pr enteritis.  Drink lots of fluids to avoid dehydration and use OTC anti-diarrheals as directed.  If symptoms worsen or do not respond, see a trusted MD.

Question 2

how many strains of c diff are there? do they all cause watery d? or is there strains that cause loose mushy stool?

Accepted Answer

Cl. difficile: The effect of this organism on the lining of the colon is due to two toxins it produces and there are numerous different strains of the organism, some more malignant than others.  The effects on the stool are based upon many different factors including the strain, number of organisms present, the associated gut flora and so on.  Go and get tested.

Question 3

hello i have been having loose stool for about 2 weeks, sometimes straining.  it must be something i ate, just began probiotics last night, any other recommendations?

Accepted Answer

Need stool culture: Most acute diarrhea is due to any one of a number of viruses, most often noroviruses, causing a gastroenteritis. With such limited history I suggest you may want to see your physician or have an online consultation at Health Tap. *Diarrhea lasting 2 weeks is not common with viral gastroenteritis and there may be another infection or cause.SEE&gt; http://bit.ly/1L7sqOK and http://bit.ly/1vxEW0V

Question 4

life constipationbm q 5 days hard stool followed by many loose stools same day won t go again for 5 days tried to go everyday but straining only small soft narrow stool yellowish come out in 2-3 times day and soft narrow stool last weeks?

Accepted Answer

: You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink enough water daily so that your urine is colorless. For the long term you may try to increase your intake of fiber foods. Consult this site for fiber foods.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948
Wish you good health!

Question 5

are there c diff strains that don't cause watery d. maybe loose stools or mushy liquid bms? like once a day. or 1-4x a day on some days.

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Without knowing more about you, it's impossible to say. But persistent diarrhea as you prescribe warrants an evaluation by a doctor. Good luck.

Question 6

can umbilical hernia cause nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite, weightloss, strained bowel movemnt(even with loose stools)? surgeon app. end of month.

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Of course it depends on the size of the hernia. Of the hernia is as large as a basketball and contains much of the intestine, then many of the sunrooms are probably related. If the hernia is the size of the tip of your finger, probably not.

Question 7

how to cure loose stools?

Accepted Answer

Chronic diarrhea ??: Sounds like you have a case of chronic diarrhea.  That can be caused by numerous things from infections to transient malabsorption syndromes to dietary problems. Why don't you make an appt with your doc and if he cannot help see a gastroenterologist.

Question 8

how often is it ok to have loose stools?

Accepted Answer

Question unclear: What do you mean by "loose"?  Is this a change? It is seldom normal to have this happen unless something in diet or an organism or other inflammatory process is in progress. Generally these are self-limited and resolve in under 5-7 days.  The daily frequency is also an issue. Be more specific in your question.  Best.

Question 9

can a hernia cause loose stool?

Accepted Answer

Not commonly: Unless the hernia is very large and contains portions of intestines at risk of incarceration, usually an average size small hernia would not cause a change in bowel function.

Question 10

can hemorrhoids cause loose stools?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: Hemorrhoids are distended/swollen veins of the rectal area.  They typically are a result of constipation or sitting or straining too long or much.  Sometimes the medication people use to hep the swelling loosens up fecal material (glycerin) but the hemorrhoids themselves are not a cause of loose stools.

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Hi there, i have a mild headache in my forehead, made worse by movement or strain. loose stool, back pain in mid to lower back, worse on right of spine than left but both sore. temperature ranging between 37,5-38.2 i took norflex which eased the pain?

A member asked:

How many strains of c diff are there? do they all cause watery d? or is there strains that cause loose mushy stool?

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Hello i have been having loose stool for about 2 weeks, sometimes straining. it must be something i ate, just began probiotics last night, any other recommendations?

A member asked:

Life constipationbm q 5 days hard stool followed by many loose stools same day won t go again for 5 days tried to go everyday but straining only small soft narrow stool yellowish come out in 2-3 times day and soft narrow stool last weeks?

A member asked:

Are there c diff strains that don't cause watery d. maybe loose stools or mushy liquid bms? like once a day. or 1-4x a day on some days.

A member asked:

Can umbilical hernia cause nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite, weightloss, strained bowel movemnt(even with loose stools)? surgeon app. end of month.

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How to cure loose stools?

A member asked:

How often is it ok to have loose stools?

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Can a hernia cause loose stool?

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Can hemorrhoids cause loose stools?

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