Question 1

My wife has been dealing with severe bleeding hemorrhoids for over 3 years, and it's gotten really bad this past week with a lot of blood loss. Our baby is only 4 months old, so surgery isn't an option right now we're planning for May when our older son is on break. What can we do to stop the bleeding until then? It's happening way too often and we're really worried

Accepted Answer

To stop bleeding you can use the tablet pause mf ,one tablet twice a day for about 3-5 days.

Question 2

I've been having some trouble whenever my stool comes out hard. It causes a lot of pain, and then it hurts the whole day when I'm sitting. But when my stool isn't hard, everything seems normal and there's no pain at all. Could you help me figure out what's going on?

Accepted Answer

The persistent fever despite various treatments and normal test results suggests an underlying infection or inflammatory condition. The elevated CRP (43mgL) and mildly abnormal LFTs indicate ongoing inflammation. Consider further testing, such as imaging studies (e.g., ultrasound, CT scan) or infectious disease panels, to identify the underlying cause. Consultation with an infectious disease specialist or a rheumatologist may be beneficial.

Question 3

I've been having this pain on the right side of my abdomen for about a week. At first, I thought it might just be gas pains and noticed I've been a bit constipated, so I took some stool softeners. But now, my stool has turned a light clay color. I read somewhere that this could be linked to gallstones. I tried to find out if the stool color change might be due to the stool softeners, but I couldn't find much information. Should I be worried and see a doctor right away, or should I wait to see if it continues?

Accepted Answer

Light clay-colored stool can indicate several possibilities:

Common Causes

1. Stool softeners (as you suspected)
2. Malabsorption (e.g., lactose intolerance, celiac disease)
3. Bile duct obstruction (unlikely with stool softeners)
4. Gastrointestinal infections (e.g., giardiasis)
5. Medication side effects (e.g., antibiotics, antacids)

When to Seek Medical Attention

1. Persistent or worsening abdominal pain
2. Diarrhea or vomiting
3. Blood in stool or vomit
4. Fever above 101.5F (38.6C)
5. Significant weight loss
   6. Persistent clay-colored stool beyond 2 weeks  SELF CARE                                            
1. Continue stool softeners only if prescribed.
2. Monitor stool color, consistency, and frequency.
3. Maintain a balanced diet.
4. Stay hydrated.

yes continue the medicines if symptoms persist

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I've been having some trouble whenever my stool comes out hard. It causes a lot of pain, and then it hurts the whole day when I'm sitting. But when my stool isn't hard, everything seems normal and there's no pain at all. Could you help me figure out what's going on?

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