Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Loose Stools And Stomach Pain

I have had loose bowels for over a month. Seems to occur about 8 hrs. after I eat only. Now my stomach is starting to hurt after I eat too much. I have been taking tums. Could it be gall batter, my mother had hers removed. I am 78 and otherwise in good health. Thank you.
Mon, 2 Feb 2015
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi,

I am sorry for the situation you are in.

As you are reporting a history of loose bowels for over one month, I advise to get further examinations to determine the right cause:
- abdominal ultrasound to rule out gallbladder issues
- liver function test
- fecal examination for ova/parasites
- stool culture

You can discuss with your physician to run these tests in order to determine the right diagnosis and specific treatment.

For the moment, I advise to:
- take probiotics to normalize intestinal flora
- avoid spicy,fatty, chilly foods
- try to eat often and small portions
- continue taking tums to relieve heartburn.

Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Loose Stools And Stomach Pain

Hi, I am sorry for the situation you are in. As you are reporting a history of loose bowels for over one month, I advise to get further examinations to determine the right cause: - abdominal ultrasound to rule out gallbladder issues - liver function test - fecal examination for ova/parasites - stool culture You can discuss with your physician to run these tests in order to determine the right diagnosis and specific treatment. For the moment, I advise to: - take probiotics to normalize intestinal flora - avoid spicy,fatty, chilly foods - try to eat often and small portions - continue taking tums to relieve heartburn. Hope it was of help! Dr.Albana