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What Causes Bad Odoured Anal Discharge After A Bowel Movement?
I have a fishy anal discharge, typically after a bowel movement. It is enough to somewhat soil my pants. I do have hemorrhoids, and was diagnosed with diverticulitis in the past, but don t have fever or any other symptoms of diverticulitis. I am 34 years old, 220lbs and I am 5 10. I am an avid weight lifter so I do not have an over abundance of bodyfat somewhere in the 15-18% range right now.
Mon, 28 Mar 2016
Hi.
Your hemorrhoids could be the cause for the fecal incontinence, but the fishy discharge could be related to a condition called irritable bowel syndrome or diverticulitis itself. If you are anxious or stressed most times, this condition can get aggravated and cause such a presentation. Speak to your doctor about initiation of medication to help treat the condition once a diagnosis has been made.
Best wishes.
Your hemorrhoids could be the cause for the fecal incontinence, but the fishy discharge could be related to a condition called irritable bowel syndrome or diverticulitis itself. If you are anxious or stressed most times, this condition can get aggravated and cause such a presentation. Speak to your doctor about initiation of medication to help treat the condition once a diagnosis has been made.
Best wishes.
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