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Does Thyroid Disorder Have Any Effect On Bowel Movements?
I have a fallen left thyroid problem which will be taken out shortly but I have diareah that I cannot control I have gone to the bathroom up to 5 times a day. I cannot go anywhere for fear of an accident . Is my thyroid problem affecting my bowel problem!
Fri, 3 Jul 2015
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Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully worked through your case, and I can realize your health worries. Being your physician, I assure you not to worry as I will take care all of your medical concerns.
Yes there is a connection of hypothyroidism with constipation; Irritable bowel syndrome and diarrhea with thyroid disease. But an acute diarrhea may be due to a lot more reasons too. It may or may not be related to the thyroid. Your physician may diagnose the underlying cause of the diarrhea.
If I was your treating physician I would have prescribed you Rifaximin class of antibiotics, if not allergic to, and of course a follow-up after a week.
Take plenty of Pedialyte to rehydrate yourself. Fruit juices are also good. Take high fiber diet.
Hope I answered all of your queries. Any concerns feel free to contact me. If satisfied, please give a five star rating and don't forget to close the discussion.
Have a wonderful time ahead.
Best Regards!
DR. MUHAMMAD M. HANIF
USA
Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully worked through your case, and I can realize your health worries. Being your physician, I assure you not to worry as I will take care all of your medical concerns.
Yes there is a connection of hypothyroidism with constipation; Irritable bowel syndrome and diarrhea with thyroid disease. But an acute diarrhea may be due to a lot more reasons too. It may or may not be related to the thyroid. Your physician may diagnose the underlying cause of the diarrhea.
If I was your treating physician I would have prescribed you Rifaximin class of antibiotics, if not allergic to, and of course a follow-up after a week.
Take plenty of Pedialyte to rehydrate yourself. Fruit juices are also good. Take high fiber diet.
Hope I answered all of your queries. Any concerns feel free to contact me. If satisfied, please give a five star rating and don't forget to close the discussion.
Have a wonderful time ahead.
Best Regards!
DR. MUHAMMAD M. HANIF
USA
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