I have been diagnosed with IBS D for many years and recently with C. diff. I have lost control over my bowels, leading to uncontrollable diarrhea and the need to wear adult briefs. I also have an orange-sized mass on my abdomen that has become painful. I've lost over 30lbs since the C. diff diagnosis. What should I do, and am I at risk of wasting away?

February 28th, 2024

I am a 19-year-old female with no health insurance. For 6 days, I have had diarrhea, bad stomach cramps, nausea, and watery green stools. I've been to the ER 3 times and been prescribed Immodium and probiotics, but I'm not getting better and feel tired and weak. What OTC meds can help, and what else should I do?

December 22nd, 2024

I have been noticing yellow oval objects in my soft stools about 4-5 times over the last 6 months. They are the size of quail eggs and do not move. I have no other symptoms and have not consulted a doctor. I take daily medications for chronic migraine and multivitamins. What could this be and should I be concerned?

November 13th, 2024

I’ve been on Benefiber and Miralax, but they cause loose stools instead of helping with constipation. A nurse suggested I might need to go to the emergency room for impacted stool removal, but I’m still constipated. What other options do I have?

June 26th, 2023

I am going to a gastroenterologist for a sour stomach and diarrhea that I've had off and on for 6 months. I see my regular doctor every three months for lab work related to diabetes, thyroid, and cholesterol. I am overweight and eat poorly. I have no surgeries in my medical history and am generally in good health at 74 years old. What questions should I ask the gastroenterologist?

December 8th, 2024