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What Causes Long Strands In Stool?

I had some cramps and went to bathroom. What came out is long strands of grissley material. I have had diverticulious in past however have not had any problems with that in a long time, probably 8 months. These grissley strands are up to 10-12 inches. I m worried something is seriously wrong or I have worms or something. I have been feeling very tired and lethargic last couple of days.
Wed, 11 May 2016
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Hi.
Thanks for your query.
Noted your history of cramps, so went to bathroom and long strands of grisly material came out; has diverticulitis without any symptoms for 8 months. Grisly stand was about 10-12 inches. Have been tired and lethargic.
- My thoughts:
You should have sent the material for lab testing as this is the only sure shot way t o get a proper diagnosis.
This is most probably a tape-worm and hence send your stool for tests for 3 consecutive days.
Consult your Doctor and get started on proper anti-worm treatment.
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What Causes Long Strands In Stool?

Hi. Thanks for your query. Noted your history of cramps, so went to bathroom and long strands of grisly material came out; has diverticulitis without any symptoms for 8 months. Grisly stand was about 10-12 inches. Have been tired and lethargic. - My thoughts: You should have sent the material for lab testing as this is the only sure shot way t o get a proper diagnosis. This is most probably a tape-worm and hence send your stool for tests for 3 consecutive days. Consult your Doctor and get started on proper anti-worm treatment.