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What Causes Stomach Bloating,cramps,lower Abdominal Pain And Watery Stools?
Question: I've been having stomach bloating ,cramps,lower abdominal pain,watery stools since around May 5th. My symptoms weren't getting better so I went to a GI specialist and he recommended a colonoscopy which when completed he said was 'normal' though I have 'diverticulosis' and he gave me foodmap suggestions for decreasing bloating ,etc. That was last Thursday XXXXXXX 5th. Since than my abdomen has become even more distended and it looks like I'm 8 months pregnant! I have a loss of appetite and barely eat 500 calories a day. Please help what should I do???
Brief Answer:
It might be due to gastrointestinal infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing your query.
After reading your post,it seems that you might be having gastrointestinal tract infections.
A stool examination will help in confirmation.
I would advise that along with prilosec OTC (omeprazole) you should take Domperidone 30mg.
Antibiotic like Ciprofloxacin 500mg twice daily along with Metronidazole 400 mg thrice daily will help in controlling the infection.
A probiotic along with digestive enzyme preparation containing pepsin and fungal diastase after meals will have added benefits.
You should eat light meals prepared under hygienic conditions.
Also take care of your hydration.
Avoid spicy and oily foods. Avoid eating fast and talking while eating. Also avoid gas producing foods like peas, cabbage, legumes, etc.
I hope this is helpful to you.
If you have any further query, I will be happy to help.
Regards. Thanks.
It might be due to gastrointestinal infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing your query.
After reading your post,it seems that you might be having gastrointestinal tract infections.
A stool examination will help in confirmation.
I would advise that along with prilosec OTC (omeprazole) you should take Domperidone 30mg.
Antibiotic like Ciprofloxacin 500mg twice daily along with Metronidazole 400 mg thrice daily will help in controlling the infection.
A probiotic along with digestive enzyme preparation containing pepsin and fungal diastase after meals will have added benefits.
You should eat light meals prepared under hygienic conditions.
Also take care of your hydration.
Avoid spicy and oily foods. Avoid eating fast and talking while eating. Also avoid gas producing foods like peas, cabbage, legumes, etc.
I hope this is helpful to you.
If you have any further query, I will be happy to help.
Regards. Thanks.
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