What Causes Diarrhea And Bowel Incontinence After An Angiogram?
I would recommend as follows:
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Hello!
Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!
I understand your concern and would explain that these symptoms may be related to a gastrointestinal infection, a food allergy or even clopidogrel adverse effects (taken during and after the procedure).
I recommend you to consult with her attending physician for a careful physical examination, a stool analysis and bacterial culture, and some blood lab tests (complete blood count, PCR, sedimentation rate, blood electrolytes, kidney and liver function tests, fasting glucose).
Meanwhile I recommend taking plenty of water and electrolytes to stay well hydrated and avoid possible dehydration and low blood pressure or electrolytes imbalances, which could aggravate her clinical situation.
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Dr. Iliri
I recommend taking her to the ER for a complete check up.
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Hello again!
Thank you for the additional information!
This situation may be related to the laxative she is taking. But, as I explained before it is important to exclude other causes before coming to this conclusion.
From the other hand, you should know that dehydration from uncontrolled diarrhea can lead to low blood pressure and electrolytes imbalances, which can be life threatening especially in elderly patients (causing possible cardiac arrhythmia and even stroke).
That is why it is important bringing her to the ER for some tests.
Meanwhile, try to give her plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
Hope to have been of help!
Wishing all the best,
Dr. Iliri
Hope everything will be OK again!
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Hello again!
I am sorry for the concern, but as I explained this situation can lead to serious complications, taking into consideration her age and medical history.
Hope everything will be fine again!
Let me know about her medical situation!
Kind regards,
Dr. Iliri
You are welcome!
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I am glad to have been helpful!
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Wishing all the best,
Dr. Iliri