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What Causes Frequent Bowel Movement?
Question: My husband has frequent bowels, however he when he thinks he is finished more and more keeps coming. He never thinks he is done. After cleaning more comes out. He has been to a rectal doc twice and he told him to take Medimucil. That did not help either
Brief Answer:
Need some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I can guide you better if you answer following questions please:
1. since when is he having this problem?
2. Is there associated history of lower abdominal pain?
3. Is there history of alternate constipation and diarrhea? I mean for some days you have constipation and then diarrhea starts.
4. Is the stool loose stringy in appearance ribbon like?
5. Does urge to defecate increases after taking meal?
6. is he on any medication?
7. does such symptoms appear in past as well? If yes then how did they relieve?
8. Do you or anyone in the family has history of diabetes, hypertension or other illness?
I will be looking forward for the answer to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Need some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There could be a number of causes for your complaint. I can guide you better if you answer following questions please:
1. since when is he having this problem?
2. Is there associated history of lower abdominal pain?
3. Is there history of alternate constipation and diarrhea? I mean for some days you have constipation and then diarrhea starts.
4. Is the stool loose stringy in appearance ribbon like?
5. Does urge to defecate increases after taking meal?
6. is he on any medication?
7. does such symptoms appear in past as well? If yes then how did they relieve?
8. Do you or anyone in the family has history of diabetes, hypertension or other illness?
I will be looking forward for the answer to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
The problem is going on for about 6 months....no pain is involved....
No bouts of constipation or diareehea........stool is sometimes loose and stringy he is taking many medications such as omeprozole..actos...plavix..trilipix.. Aspirin.....topral..januvia..glipizide..foltanx..he has high blood pressure and Diabetes. ..and artery problems...also lipitor and aricept. He still is very mobil and exercises every day and is thin.
No symptoms appeared in the past......it seems not to happen after meals
No bouts of constipation or diareehea........stool is sometimes loose and stringy he is taking many medications such as omeprozole..actos...plavix..trilipix.. Aspirin.....topral..januvia..glipizide..foltanx..he has high blood pressure and Diabetes. ..and artery problems...also lipitor and aricept. He still is very mobil and exercises every day and is thin.
No symptoms appeared in the past......it seems not to happen after meals
Brief Answer:
Could be Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for writing back. I have gone through your answers. My provisional diagnosis in your case will be Irritable Bowel Syndrome(IBS) secondary to drug or stress induced. IBS is mostly caused by stress & anxiety. There is absolutely no need to worry. Combine following general & medical advise and you will improve:
1. General:
> Stress is in everyone's life but if it overpowers you then it will start causing problem. So try to remain calm and stress free.
> Go out for a walk in the evening. Take a friend or family member and discuss your thought. It will reduce stress.
> If stress is severe then you can visit a psychologist for "Cognitive behavioral therapy" who will guide you relaxation techniques.
2. Dietary Advise:
> Take high fiber diet (peas, beans, broccoli, etc) including psyllium (ispaghul hask)
> Avoid:
* fatty food & caffeine products
* Spicy food.
* Fruits & salads for the time being.
3. Medical Advise:
> Loperamide 2 mg orally thrice a day
> If stress is severe then i would suggest you to consult your doctor who put you on Prozac for dose adjustment.
Conclusion:
IBS is a condition that occurs due to multiple causes, most common include stress, anxiety, drug or hormone induced. So it will automatically improve as soon as he takes care of cause. In his case drugs could be the causative factor apart from stress(if present). If condition does not improve after taking this management then i would suggest you to visit a hospital & get an appointment for a "Consultant Gastroenterologist". He will perform some tests to rule out any pathology.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
Could be Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for writing back. I have gone through your answers. My provisional diagnosis in your case will be Irritable Bowel Syndrome(IBS) secondary to drug or stress induced. IBS is mostly caused by stress & anxiety. There is absolutely no need to worry. Combine following general & medical advise and you will improve:
1. General:
> Stress is in everyone's life but if it overpowers you then it will start causing problem. So try to remain calm and stress free.
> Go out for a walk in the evening. Take a friend or family member and discuss your thought. It will reduce stress.
> If stress is severe then you can visit a psychologist for "Cognitive behavioral therapy" who will guide you relaxation techniques.
2. Dietary Advise:
> Take high fiber diet (peas, beans, broccoli, etc) including psyllium (ispaghul hask)
> Avoid:
* fatty food & caffeine products
* Spicy food.
* Fruits & salads for the time being.
3. Medical Advise:
> Loperamide 2 mg orally thrice a day
> If stress is severe then i would suggest you to consult your doctor who put you on Prozac for dose adjustment.
Conclusion:
IBS is a condition that occurs due to multiple causes, most common include stress, anxiety, drug or hormone induced. So it will automatically improve as soon as he takes care of cause. In his case drugs could be the causative factor apart from stress(if present). If condition does not improve after taking this management then i would suggest you to visit a hospital & get an appointment for a "Consultant Gastroenterologist". He will perform some tests to rule out any pathology.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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