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I am facing severe constipation in the last month

I recently moved from the time I have moved in this new city, I am facing severe digestive issues. Apart from heartburn and acidity, I am also suffering from intense constipation....
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Could my constipation be due to vitamin D supplements?

I have recently started taking vitamin D supplements for my Gout pain. From the time I started this medication, I have noticed my bowels have been erratic. I am suddenly having...
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Sudden loss of appetite - is it normal?

I am a 56 year old woman, and lately I have been experiencing a sudden loss of appetite. I am not feeling hungry and even if I eat its not more than a few bites of solid food....
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What could be reason for shooting lower abdominal pain?

I have been experiencing lower abdominal pain for the last one month. It shoots up all of a sudden at times and then subsides on its own. What could be the cause of this pain?...
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I am suffering from either hemorrhoids or anal skin flap. How can I know the difference?

I have been suffering from a severe condition which is painful and bleeds a lot. I am unable to figure out the difference as to whether it is a case of haemorrhoids or an anal...
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Is there any difference between heartburn and chest pain?

My mother who is 65 years old has been complaining of pain around her chest region. She looks extremely tired and uncomfortable. She has been complaining after a short vacation...
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No peristalsis, floppy colon- what can help?

All my life, I moved my bowels ,2-3 times a day. When I was 27 I had my first bout of constipation and have had issues ever since. I am super healthy, work out everyday, drink...
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How much Colace can I take while pregnant?

I am 32 weeks pregnant and am dealing with severe constipation. I am getting backed up for days and am starting to feel nauseous and just lousy because of it. I have recently...
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Can a colostomy bag ever be removed?

Once someone has a colostomy bag can it ever be removed?
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How to prevent hemorrhoids?

I've had irritating hemorrhoids before and wasn't sure where they came from. I think I have a fairly normal diet and lifestyle (I am 28). What can I do to prevent this from happening?...
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Is it normal?

I poop once daily or every other day (ideally early hours), formed stool very quickly. I need less than a minute to complete a bowel movement without needing to strain. Is it...
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Is constipation in children normal?

My 9 year old son often struggles going to the bathroom. Thankfully he is vocal about it but I'm not sure this is normal. He goes once a week.
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Can I be misdiagnosed?

In sept. 2015 i ended up with c diff, now with that and cdiff damaging my intestinal track. i have had many blood test for celiac and came out neg. but had a scope down to...
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Having my gallbladder removed - will my life be different after?

I am having my gallbladder removed. I am nervous to adapt afterwards. What should my future diet be like? What will I need to avoid forever?
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Folic acid levels went down - why?

Recently I got my bloodwork done and was informed my levels of folic acid were low. I have no idea why this would be. Everything else was fine. I take B12 and D supplements...
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Pain in stomach and back after eating

After every meal (doesn't matter what I eat), my stomach and back hurt, mostly in the middle of my abdomen. What should I do?
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Excessive burping with stomach pain -- what's the reason?

Throughout the day, I will experience episodes of burping with a burning stomach pain. Sometimes it feels like acid, but sometimes it is more dull. What can I do to fix this?...
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