What Causes Constipation And Blood In Stool After Taking Cipro?

Posted on Tue, 10 Jan 2017

Question: I have pain/burning in the upper right part of my abdomen, had a scan CT scan with contrast 3 weeks ago, they said all looked fine other than some inflammation in the colon. They gave me Cipro and within a few days the pain diminished, then disappeared. I had some pretty bad constipation with the Cipro, and may have developed hemorrhoids as a result. I have itching, and this morning there was some blood on the tp when I had a bowel movement. The pain in my abdomen came back yesterday, the same as it was before. There is also some tenderness to the touch. Should I be eating a diet for those with ulcers? Since I was not having that pain anymore, I went back to eating my usual diet which includes spicy food, popcorn, and salad. Another piece of information is that when the pain developed initially, my bowels became looser and I was having more frequent bms.

Answered by Dr. Abhijit Deshmukh (18 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Hi needs a colonoscopy

Detailed Answer:
Hi. Welcome to HCM
Thank you for your query
I understand your concern
Well with the episode of pain and alterations in bowel movements we need to evaluate what exactly is happening in large intestine
Need to get three stool examination done on separate days along with some basic tests like complete blood count esr and c reactive protein done
If these are abnormal or you have persistent symptoms worthwhile getting an colonoscopy done to look what exactly is happening as it is your age needs an routine colonoscopy screening with or without any symptoms
Take high fiber diet with plenty of water
Walk if possible
Avoid straining for stools
Can lake laxative like liquid paraffin after consulting your doctor to avoid Constipation as it can cause fissure or pile to bleed
Hope this answers your questions
Wish you a speedy recovery
Happy to help

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy

Follow up: Dr. Abhijit Deshmukh (7 hours later)

Hello Dr. Deshmukt,
Thank you,
I was wondering if additionally you would suggest an ulcer diet, just in case it is an ulcer.

Thank you, XXXXXXX

Also, I did have the blood tests that you mentioned, they were in the normal range.

Answered by Dr. Abhijit Deshmukh (13 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Hi

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for your query
Well no specific diet is known to help in ulcer don't take painkillers (nsaids) else no much dietary restrictions are needed
Best wishes

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy