52 Year Old. Missing Period And Having Foul-smelling Flatulence. Do I Have Hemorrhoids Problem?
I note with interest your detailed hisotry & clinical symptoms. All foul smeeling flatulence does not warranty a colonoscopy. Relax. It seems like a temporary issue. Hemorrhoids per se too do not present with foul smelling flatulence. It may most likely be due to some sort of minor Gastrointestinal disturbance. The dark chocolate & coffee et al may have contributed but if you do enjoy them, i for one encourage it -in moderation of course ;-) Yes to your query...charcoal tablets are a very good option to begin with. It will most definitely help. Alternatively, you may go across to your chemist or GP & take a single dose of tinnidazole or secnidazole that may require a prescription in your parts. This should set you right. Notice you drink lots of water & please do continue to do so.
Wishing you continued good health & Godspeed!
Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD