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What Causes Lack Of Appetite And Persistent Dark Vaginal Spotting?
Question: I have been spotting dark brown blood for about 5 days. I'm not have a appetite to eat or drink. I also been having a lot of bowl movement. more then normal .I'm starting to feel week and having unusual dreams. what could be the cause of this.
Brief Answer:
many possible causes
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question.
It sounds like you may have some stomach virus or food poisoning causing the frequent stools and loss of appetite. This can also make you feel weak and tired.
Any sort of infection can cause you to have strange dreams.
The spotting of dark blood can happen either before or after a period. If your periods are usually regular and this spotting persists then you will need to see your doctor for a pelvic exam and perhaps you will need an ultrasound.
Stomach viruses and food poisoning usually clear up in 48-72 hours. Make sure you are drinking fluid because the bowel movements can cause dehydration which will make you feel worse.
If you get a fever, abdominal pain or severe vomiting see a doctor right away. Otherwise if you are not mostly better in 3 days then you should also see a doctor at that time for an exam and some testing.
I hope you feel better soon,
Dr. Robinson
many possible causes
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question.
It sounds like you may have some stomach virus or food poisoning causing the frequent stools and loss of appetite. This can also make you feel weak and tired.
Any sort of infection can cause you to have strange dreams.
The spotting of dark blood can happen either before or after a period. If your periods are usually regular and this spotting persists then you will need to see your doctor for a pelvic exam and perhaps you will need an ultrasound.
Stomach viruses and food poisoning usually clear up in 48-72 hours. Make sure you are drinking fluid because the bowel movements can cause dehydration which will make you feel worse.
If you get a fever, abdominal pain or severe vomiting see a doctor right away. Otherwise if you are not mostly better in 3 days then you should also see a doctor at that time for an exam and some testing.
I hope you feel better soon,
Dr. Robinson
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