I'm on my 8th day of bleeding, and my periods usually last just 4 days. This time, I've had clots for 4 days and then light bleeding for the next 4 days. It's day 8 now, and I'm getting a bit concerned. Is there any medication I should consider taking?

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Frequent Bowel Movements and TB Diagnosis

Normal Bowel Movement Frequency

3-4 times a day is considered normal.

5-6 times a day may indicate an issue, such as:

Gastrointestinal infection

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

TB Diagnosis Concerns

TB diagnosis requires confirmation: A single symptom, like frequent bowel movements, is not enough to confirm TB.

Additional tests are necessary: Your doctor should have ordered additional tests, such as:

Stool tests

Blood tests

Imaging studies (e.g., X-rays, CT scans)

Endoscopy or colonoscopy

Next Steps

Seek a second opinion: Consult another doctor to confirm the diagnosis.

Request additional testing: Ensure that all necessary tests are conducted to confirm or rule out TB.

Follow-up appointment: Schedule a follow-up appointment to discuss test results and determine the best course of action.

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