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Suggest Treatment For Diarrhoea

I was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease 4 years ago. Lately have been either constipated or have diarrhea when I take something for the constipation. I either have a very loose stool or a ribbon or pencil-like stool. Should I see my spine doctor or a gastroentrologist?
Tue, 7 Apr 2015
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Welcome to HealthCare Magic. Thank you for posting your query.
I can understand your concern.

You probably have irritable bowel syndrome(IBS) - that is probably the reason you are having constipation and diarrhoea on and off.

Do not worry.

I would suggest you to -
- Take loads of water
- Avoid straining during stool
- Avoid oily,spicy food
- I would start tablet Pantoprazole

I would suggest you to visit a gastroenterologist. He/she can examine you and correlate clinically and guide you on the further management.

Hope this helps.
Have a nice day.
Regards.
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Suggest Treatment For Diarrhoea

Welcome to HealthCare Magic. Thank you for posting your query. I can understand your concern. You probably have irritable bowel syndrome(IBS) - that is probably the reason you are having constipation and diarrhoea on and off. Do not worry. I would suggest you to - - Take loads of water - Avoid straining during stool - Avoid oily,spicy food - I would start tablet Pantoprazole I would suggest you to visit a gastroenterologist. He/she can examine you and correlate clinically and guide you on the further management. Hope this helps. Have a nice day. Regards.