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Started stomach bug, then diherrea and constpation for 10 days. started align probiotic and diherrea immediately worsening with lots of gas..uninsured?

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Dr. Lee Peter Bee answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Possible bacterial: Viral gastroenteritis are often benign, and self-limiting. However, bacterial gastroenteritis or dysentery requires antibiotic for definitive treatment. Untreated bacterial infection of the gastrointestinal tract can lead to Long and short-term complications, including diverticulitis, perforated viscous, toxic megacolon. Evaluation and testing by physician can reduce avoidable complications.

Answered 7/11/2015

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