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What Causes Loose Stools And Left Abdominal Pain?

i recently have had trouble having a formed stool. I have loose stool and am passing gas. 2 days ago i developed pain in my left abdomen with gas. the pain has not gotten any worse but is still there. it is painful around the waist area. still feels like i have to have a bowel movement but only have small amont of loose stooll
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You might have Infective colitis or episode of dysentery. It needs some antibiotics and antispasmodic treatment. You should avoid oily and spicy food along with increase intake of buttermilk and curd(having normal gut flora).
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What Causes Loose Stools And Left Abdominal Pain?

You might have Infective colitis or episode of dysentery. It needs some antibiotics and antispasmodic treatment. You should avoid oily and spicy food along with increase intake of buttermilk and curd(having normal gut flora).