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Hi Dr., For The Past Couple Days, I Have Had

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Posted on Tue, 16 Apr 2019
Question: Hi Dr.,

For the past couple days, I have had constant gastrointestinal distress (bloating, cramping, pains). They often come much more intensely before a bowel movement or passing gas. The pains even woke me up 2 nights ago and I had to go to the bathroom. I am not, however, having diarrhea, so I don't think I'm at risk of being dehydrated. The bowel movements are broken pieces. I am still having pains and cramps this morning. But I have not vomited nor have any kind of nausea. I still have an appetite.
What could be causing this? Some persistent kind of slow acting food poisoning? Is there any relief I can try? How long should I wait to see if it passes on its own before seeing a doctor?
I also don't think it can be anything cancerous, as I had a colonoscopy about 5 months ago that was completely normal. Thank you in advance.
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Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (7 hours later)
Brief Answer:
?Stomach bug

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

It looks like your symptoms are due to ? stomach bug which is causing indigestion/bloating/cramps.

Take probiotic supplements.
Drink enough fluids.

Take Beano which will help reduce gas.
You can wait for 2-3 days for signs of improvement after which you can see a doctor.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
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Hi Dr., For The Past Couple Days, I Have Had

Brief Answer: ?Stomach bug Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for posting your query. I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you. It looks like your symptoms are due to ? stomach bug which is causing indigestion/bloating/cramps. Take probiotic supplements. Drink enough fluids. Take Beano which will help reduce gas. You can wait for 2-3 days for signs of improvement after which you can see a doctor. Regards, Dr.R.K.