What Causes Abdominal Bloating, Flatulence And Diarrhea?

Posted on Thu, 26 Mar 2015

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Question : At the end of last week, I had abdominal bloating, foul smelling flatulance; by Sunday night, when I passed gas, I ended up pooping myself. By Monday afternoon, I had uncontrollable diarrhea about q. 15 mins. I finally fell asleep mon night, but awoke to being covered in poo. Symptoms not so severe on Tuesday, had toast and some Gatorade. I felt a little better yesterday, no appetite. Active XXXXXXX soundsModerate abdominal pain throughout; last night I had some leakage; this morning I am back to uncontrollable diarrhea. Very active bowel sounds, mild abdominal pain at this time. Yesterday I did have some black, tarry stool. I have had heartburn as well.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Recommended to go to ER for immediate evaluation

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concerns.

As you are reporting history of diarrhea and tar stool, I highly recommend to go to ER for immediate evaluation and treatment.

Your case is emergency and neef immediate evaluation.

Meanwhile, I advise to keep taking plenty of fluids with otc ors and brat diet (banana, rice, apple sauce, toast ).

Wish fast recovery!
Dr.Klerida

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar