A member asked:

Only stool today was bloody, bright red not diarrhea, have been taking ibuprofen for a month for tooth pain, now pain in stomach when coughing. help?

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Dr. Pavanjit Chhabra answered

Specializes in Dentistry

GI problem: The symptoms point to some sort of GI problem, and possible bleeding. May even be related to the Ibuprophen. You must get this checked out immediately. Dont wait and stop the Ibuprophen immediately. Go see a Gasteroenterologist. And defenitely go see a Dentist for the tooth problem.

Answered 11/6/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

NSAIDs side effect: ibuprofen can cause serious gastrointestinal side effects including stomach pain, bleeding, and diarrhea. See your doctor for eval and medication adjustment.

Answered 11/6/2016

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