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Digestion issue
Dear Doctor,
I hope this message finds you well.
I have been experiencing digestive issues for the past few days. After eating, I feel the need to use the restroom within 2–3 hours. I am visiting the toilet at least three times within a 24-hour period.
I kindly request your advice on suitable medication or treatment to improve my gut health and digestion.
Thank you very much for your time and support.
Kind regards,
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SO U GOT LOT OF THEORY BY DOCTOR.
LISTEN,
YOU MUST TRY LOT OF THINGS TILL NOW.
NOW WHAT,
CHANGE LIFE STYLE N DIET PLAN DRASTICALLY FIRST,
TAB NEXPRO RD40 ONE IN EMPTY STOMACH FOR TEN DAYS.
TAB ARISTOZYME GOLD ONE HR BEFORE LUNCH N DINNER FOR TWO WEEKS.
LIGHT DINNER BEFORE 7.30 IS ONE IMPORTANT TIP.
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Consume 1 glass Luke warm when u wake up, prefer green leafy vegetables, avoid junk food
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Avoid milk, have curd and contact me on practo
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need more details
kindly consult me on practo
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Passing stools 2–3 times a day, especially within a few hours after meals, is most commonly due to gut irritation rather than a serious disease, particularly if this has started only in the last few days.
The likely causes include:
• Acute gut infection or food-related irritation
• Post-infectious gut sensitivity
• Functional bowel issue (IBS-type pattern)
• Stress/anxiety affecting gut motility
• Excess tea/coffee, spicy food, or irregular meals
If stools are not watery, there is no blood, no fever, and no weight loss, this is usually not dangerous.
Next Steps
1. Medications (short term)
You may discuss these options with a physician:
• Probiotic (e.g., Saccharomyces boulardii or multi-strain probiotic) for 7–14 days
• Antispasmodic if urgency or cramps are present (e.g., dicycloverine ± simethicone)
• ORS or adequate fluids if stools are loose
⚠️ Avoid self-starting antibiotics unless prescribed.
2. When to investigate
Consult a doctor urgently if any of these appear:
• Blood or mucus in stool
• Fever
• Night-time diarrhea
• Weight loss
• Symptoms lasting >2 weeks
Health Tips
• Eat small, regular meals
• Avoid spicy, fried, junk food, excess caffeine, and alcohol
• Increase soluble fiber (banana, oats, curd)
• Stay hydrated
• Do not rush meals; eat calmly
• Manage stress — gut and brain are closely linked
This pattern is very common and usually reversible with simple measures. Most people improve within a few days to a week once the gut settles.
You’re doing the right thing by seeking advice early. If symptoms persist, a general physician or gastroenterologist can guide you further — and help you feel comfortable again.
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Please comment on lactose intolerance and blood in stool with ultra sound abdomen report
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Ok, I understand your concern very well.your gut motility or peristalsis is low and its causes severe constipation and burping .its also caused by gastritis. You need to include more fibrous diet in this case.please feel free to consult me on practo for further management and evaluation.
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Hello.
Is it associated with pain? Foul smelling stools?
Consistency?
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Dr. Sohan Kulria
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Firozabad
If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a detailed free discussion
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Few more details needed for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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Dr. Sajid Ali
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Get USG of abdomin done for proper evaluation
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Need some more details kindly consult
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