What Causes Stomach Cramps And Diarrhea Along With Yellow Specks In Stool?

Posted on Thu, 9 Jun 2016

Question: I have had stomach cramps and diarrhea 5 bowel movements and have pea sized 'things' in my stool I did pick one up and when I squeezed yellow pus like substance came out I have a hx of c-diff no blood in stool yellowish brown w/strong smell

Answered by Dr. Baranidharan Kuselan (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
C diff possible

Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I am Dr.Barani and I am pleased to assist you.

Since stomach cramps and diarrhea followed a course of the antibiotic Doxycycline, the diarrhea could be probably a C diff diarrhea.

Doxycycline is a broad spectrum antibiotic and it alters the gut flora and can also cause C diff infection.

Stool test(Routine , Microscopy and Culture sensitivity) may be done to confirm it.

Take Metronidazole 400 mg Three times a day for 10-14 days for relief.
Drink enough fluids to remain well hydrated.

Let me know if you have any more questions.
Regards,
Dr.Barani

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Baranidharan Kuselan (10 minutes later)

Is metronidazole OTC or prescription

Answered by Dr. Baranidharan Kuselan (22 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Prescription

Detailed Answer:
Hi, sorry for the delay in my response,

Metronidazole is a prescription medication, so you need to check in to your local physician to get it..

Regards,
Dr.Barani

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee