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What Causes Nausea, Headache And Lower Back Pain During Defecation?
Question: I am experiencing lower back pain when defecating especially in the morning. Also some nausea and recently (couple of days) headache around the temples when pushing . A while ago I associated the pain with kidney stones particularly because the urine acquired an almost sulfuric smell. The lower back pain seemed to concentrate on the left side at times. I talked to my doctor but the pain was not that terrible, not continuous so because I had urgent obligations I did not follow up. (will do that). Another element is defecation changes. I generally am more than regular but now the need is more pressing while stools seem to acquire a dark green color - sometimes an asphalt like greyness or consistency. Last night my lower back stared hurting a lot. I also had a bit of a stomach effect and the same headache. When I went to the bathroom symptom subsided. I do not use any medications as my health is really good. I only take vitamins calcium etc. I am 59 years old female
Brief Answer:
back pain with defecation
Detailed Answer:
Hi!
Welcome to health care magic!
I am Dr. Saddiq Ul Abidin. I have read your problem in detail and will try to help you in best way possible.
First of all, it is so sad to know that you have been facing this problem lately. Based on history both issues need to be dealt separately.
The back pain which you were mentioned which confines to one side mostly, and often gets worsened with defecation along with nausea has alot of features resembling renal colic. The possibility can be ruled out on ultrasound KUB and Xray KUB.
The clay color or greenish stools needs to be assessed on stool routine examination as well as for occult blood. The stomach symptoms along with difficulty defecation and dark colored stools can be part or gastric ulcer or any blood loss inside intestines. It can also be due to supplements you are using.
At this moment you need to use antispasmodic medicines like drotavarine. If stool consistency is hard, lactose solution mat also help as stool softener and decrease pain during defecation.
All in all, these symptoms need a detailed work up and shouldn't be taken lightly.
Hope this has answered your query, if you have any more questions, feel free to ask. kindly rate me before closing, and leave your feedback if possible.
Regards,
Dr. Saddiq Ul abidin.
back pain with defecation
Detailed Answer:
Hi!
Welcome to health care magic!
I am Dr. Saddiq Ul Abidin. I have read your problem in detail and will try to help you in best way possible.
First of all, it is so sad to know that you have been facing this problem lately. Based on history both issues need to be dealt separately.
The back pain which you were mentioned which confines to one side mostly, and often gets worsened with defecation along with nausea has alot of features resembling renal colic. The possibility can be ruled out on ultrasound KUB and Xray KUB.
The clay color or greenish stools needs to be assessed on stool routine examination as well as for occult blood. The stomach symptoms along with difficulty defecation and dark colored stools can be part or gastric ulcer or any blood loss inside intestines. It can also be due to supplements you are using.
At this moment you need to use antispasmodic medicines like drotavarine. If stool consistency is hard, lactose solution mat also help as stool softener and decrease pain during defecation.
All in all, these symptoms need a detailed work up and shouldn't be taken lightly.
Hope this has answered your query, if you have any more questions, feel free to ask. kindly rate me before closing, and leave your feedback if possible.
Regards,
Dr. Saddiq Ul abidin.
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