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Having Abdominal Cramps, Gas, Bloating, Loose Stools. Sharp Pain In Arms. What To Do?
Hello. I have been having abdominal cramps, gas, bloating and very loose stools for over 3 weeks. I feel achy all over with tingling and sharp pains running down my arms. I have been constantly having to have BM every 15 to 30 minutes. Please let me know what you think. Sincerely John
Wed, 11 Dec 2013
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Thank you for the query.
Waiting 3 weeks with such symptoms is not a good idea. You may have bacterial infection of intestines or even partial bowels obstruction due to colon cancer.
Every diarrhea which lasts longer than 48 hours should be diagnosed with stool tests. Every person with such symptoms, older than 50 should have colonoscopy done.
I suggest you to do not wait any more and visit your doctor as soon as possible.
Regards.
Thank you for the query.
Waiting 3 weeks with such symptoms is not a good idea. You may have bacterial infection of intestines or even partial bowels obstruction due to colon cancer.
Every diarrhea which lasts longer than 48 hours should be diagnosed with stool tests. Every person with such symptoms, older than 50 should have colonoscopy done.
I suggest you to do not wait any more and visit your doctor as soon as possible.
Regards.
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