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What Causes Constipation, Lack Of Appetite And Abdominal Pain?

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Posted on Wed, 10 May 2017
Question: Here are the symptoms - 95 year old female, no gall bladder, suffer from diverticulitis. Complains of being constipated but has dark tarry stool, no temp, nasausia, lack of appetite, weight loss, abdominal pain that does not subside, dehydrated, some confusion, listless, complains water tastes salty. ER ran tests - no UTI, no bacterial infection. Resides in assisted living facility where norovirus just went through the the facility.
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (54 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
He she had a colonoscopy?

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for reaching out to me at healthcare magic.

I have reviewed her symptoms fully. What strikes me most are the stools and her digestive symptoms. This gets me thinking if she has had her colonoscopies as scheduled. If not, she really needs to get one at this time. Also, she needs a diet rich in fiber, vegetables, fruits and fluids. This will help keep the stool soft and avoid constipation. Is she on any pain medications as well? Pain medications are notorious are causing severe constipation and this might require specific management.

I hope this helps. I wish her well. Let me know if you need more details. Am always readily available to address any challenges that you may have.
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What Causes Constipation, Lack Of Appetite And Abdominal Pain?

Brief Answer: He she had a colonoscopy? Detailed Answer: Hi and thanks for reaching out to me at healthcare magic. I have reviewed her symptoms fully. What strikes me most are the stools and her digestive symptoms. This gets me thinking if she has had her colonoscopies as scheduled. If not, she really needs to get one at this time. Also, she needs a diet rich in fiber, vegetables, fruits and fluids. This will help keep the stool soft and avoid constipation. Is she on any pain medications as well? Pain medications are notorious are causing severe constipation and this might require specific management. I hope this helps. I wish her well. Let me know if you need more details. Am always readily available to address any challenges that you may have.