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I am on Amitiza 8 twice a day and Phillips one dose a day. Am having abdominal pain that feels like gas. Had a BM s this morning but feeling like I have to move my bowels but nothing happens. Can hear the gas rumbling inside me. What should I do next?
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
As per your query you symptoms of abdominal pain and bloating which could be due to gastroenteritis and irritable bowel syndrome and could be due to consuming foods such as milk products in excess as they cause gas. No need to worry. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination and doctor may order ultrasound, endoscopy along with stool test and start treatment accordingly. Till then you should
- Avoid milk products and eat light and non spicy food especially at night.
- Eat small and frequent meals.
- Take light walk after every meal.
- Drink plenty of water.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How Can Abdominal Pain And Bloating Be Treated?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your query you symptoms of abdominal pain and bloating which could be due to gastroenteritis and irritable bowel syndrome and could be due to consuming foods such as milk products in excess as they cause gas. No need to worry. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination and doctor may order ultrasound, endoscopy along with stool test and start treatment accordingly. Till then you should - Avoid milk products and eat light and non spicy food especially at night. - Eat small and frequent meals. - Take light walk after every meal. - Drink plenty of water. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harry Maheshwari