What Causes Light Brown Feces?
Stomach,bowels&cholecyst issues to rule out...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concern.
The normal color for feces is brown. If it has changes to light brown during this month, then, this is indicative for possible cholecyst problems (inflammation, sludge, etc.); changes in the intestinal flora, candida infection (especially after antibiotics use), etc.. I advise to run an abdominal ultrasound examination and liver function test to rule out gallbladder problems.
Next, you are saying that you have been diagnosed with internal hemorrhoids and proctitis? Internal hemorrhoids are indicative for possible constipation problems. Proctitis is inflammation of anus and end-of-rectum. Colonoscopy is necessary to evaluate them further.
You are also reporting a spell of watery diarrhea for a few days, that was cleared up. I am happy for that. But, you are still having tummy issues right after eating foods. At this point, my doubts go for possible:
- cholecyst problems (inflammation, sludge, etc.)
- gastritis/GERD
Upper endoscopy will help determining the final diagnosis. As long as your blood tests and CBC were within normal range, then, should determine about possible gastritis or cholecyst problems.
For the moment, I advise to:
- take probiotics to optimize intestinal flora
- avoid foods that would cause your stomach to get upset: oily, chilly, spicy, caffeinated, alcohol, fried foods, etc.
- eat often and small portions,
- take OTC omeprasole and antacids for stomach upset.
Hope it helped!
Dr.Klerida
Food intolerance;nothing worrisome...
Detailed Answer:
Hi back,
Thank you for providing more of your medical data.
They are indicative for food intolerance (i.e. casein of the cheese, etc.). I advise to:
- avoid foods that would cause bloating
- take probiotics
- increase water intake
- avoid eating too fast
- try to cope with stress
By the way, it is normal for the stool to turn darker when you eat spinach or blueberries. Do not worry about that.
Congratulations for your wedding! I wish endless happy years with your partner!
Once you get insurance, try to run the tests as mentioned earlier!
Dr.Klerida
Ok,let me know about the results then..
Detailed Answer:
Hi back,
I am happy that you are getting some relief and going to have the tests soon.
Once you have the reports, can send them to me for a second opinion.
I'm here to help anytime!
Dr.Klerida
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