What Causes Foul Smelling Stools Along With Weight Loss?

Posted on Tue, 28 Oct 2014

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Question : I'm trying to figure out what's going on with me. I feel very weak and a feeling of being faint, my rectum itches tremendously, i have a very foul smell to my stool, i have an itchy sensation in my vagina. i have also noticed that my breath isn't up to par even when i brush my teeth. i have an increase in acid reflux. i have lost 12lbs in two weeks without trying.... i went to the doctor and they said it was pinworms...please help

Answered by Dr. Dr Samir Patil (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
need workup

Detailed Answer:
hello
I have read the details you have provided.
I am concerned about your weight loss. The anal itching could be because of worm infection.
The foul smelling stools along with weight loss could be a XXXXXXX of malabsorption. And you will need investigations for this.
Gerd ( gastroesoPhageal reflux disease) can be associated with halitosis ( bad breath)
I would suggest you take Pantoprazole for your gerd. And nitazoxanide for analnitching.
Please consult your doctor for a prescription
I would suggest the following investigations
Hemogram
Stool examination
TSH
Blood glucose levels
Do get back in case you have further queries
Regards
Dr Samir Patil

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