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What are some likely causes for these symptoms: 2-5 days between bowel movements, constant nausea and abdominal cramping, headaches, & bloody stool?

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Many causes: It sounds like irritable bowel syndrome, but you should be checked by a gastroenterologist. It could be a sign of much more serious problems.

Answered 12/20/2012

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Bloody stools ?: Bloody stool is always a worrisome sign. True, your other symptoms may be functional & blood may be hemorrhoidal or from an anal fissure. However, blood mixed with bowel movements raises concern for ischemia, inflammation, infection. Depending on age, concurrent medical problems, current medications (particularly blood thinners, nsaid's, aspirin), risk factors--be concerned & please get checked.

Answered 11/28/2019

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