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Green stool and constant Severe stomach pain Desperate for help
My pain all started one day out of nowhere aprox 9 months ago. My stomach felt awkward like I was hungry, So i ate some chicken and I was in so much pain I went to emergency, I was sweating, Bent over in stomach pain.
20 years old Male. never any health problems 135 pounds
I have had recurring stomach pain constantly with no relief for 9 months now, and I really cant take my life anymore, I feel terrible everyday. As soon as I wake up in the morning I have pain all the way till I go to sleep. Its constantly ruining my life And I dont think i can take much more.
Current Symptoms
-Constant green stool sometimes pale, very bright green sometimes, I havent seen normal brown stool in a long time
-Thin shredded. small air bubbles. food particles ( sometimes)
-pain is everywhere in upper stomach to lower stomach
-pain moves around in stomach frequently
-pain is more often upper stomach area
-cramping/bloated/tight/pressure/soar feeling
-as I breath out and expand my stomach I feel the pain more
-it is constantly hard to catch a breath when my stomach is expanded and in pain
-extremly gassy. burping. constantly can taste whatever i ate after burping
-if I dont eat pain will get worse
-after eating I feel very bloated and full even after small meals
-I feel constaipated sometimes like i have to strain to go or feel i still need to go after going
-I had diarhea the first 3 weeks I had this problem
-lost about 10 pounds over 9 months
-stomach grumles and makes loud noises all the time. Feels like very vigourus contactions
tests done
-Upper endoscopy few months ago
-Barium enema and swallow
-Blood tests at hosptial several times
-Stool samples for parasites/ h pylori
-Ultrasound
-Urine samples
Medications tried
-anxiety pills for two weeks no resulsts I dont think I have anxiety
-apo amatriplyne for ibs 2 weeks nothing
-acid reflux pills. nexium
-celiac diet for 3 weeks nothing
-buscopan for few days nothing
Only test that came back for me showing something were low vit D. At a computerized health food store i was diagonised with giardia but I took pills for it and know it doesnt show up. Wheat intolerance showed up So i stopped wheat for 2 weeks and still Nothing, she gave up and said she couldnt help me anymore. My doctor thinks im a mental case and need anxiety pills to help my stomach pain?, she thinks im stressed out or something, if im stressed its because my stomach hurts.
Ive lost thousands of dollers not working full time. barely work part time now and I spend more on pills and doctors that dont help me all the time.
If anyone Could help me I would appreciate it very much. I will Send anyone $400 if they can figure out whats wrong with me I dont care anymore, i cant live like this anymore and I cant work enough to barely pay my rent.
I live in Kitchener, Ontario if anyone knows any good doctors around here let me know please. I already have seen a Gi speciliast who refuses to help me any further and I have a family doctor that thinks im mental so dont tell me I need to see anymore doctors please.
20 years old Male. never any health problems 135 pounds
I have had recurring stomach pain constantly with no relief for 9 months now, and I really cant take my life anymore, I feel terrible everyday. As soon as I wake up in the morning I have pain all the way till I go to sleep. Its constantly ruining my life And I dont think i can take much more.
Current Symptoms
-Constant green stool sometimes pale, very bright green sometimes, I havent seen normal brown stool in a long time
-Thin shredded. small air bubbles. food particles ( sometimes)
-pain is everywhere in upper stomach to lower stomach
-pain moves around in stomach frequently
-pain is more often upper stomach area
-cramping/bloated/tight/pressure/soar feeling
-as I breath out and expand my stomach I feel the pain more
-it is constantly hard to catch a breath when my stomach is expanded and in pain
-extremly gassy. burping. constantly can taste whatever i ate after burping
-if I dont eat pain will get worse
-after eating I feel very bloated and full even after small meals
-I feel constaipated sometimes like i have to strain to go or feel i still need to go after going
-I had diarhea the first 3 weeks I had this problem
-lost about 10 pounds over 9 months
-stomach grumles and makes loud noises all the time. Feels like very vigourus contactions
tests done
-Upper endoscopy few months ago
-Barium enema and swallow
-Blood tests at hosptial several times
-Stool samples for parasites/ h pylori
-Ultrasound
-Urine samples
Medications tried
-anxiety pills for two weeks no resulsts I dont think I have anxiety
-apo amatriplyne for ibs 2 weeks nothing
-acid reflux pills. nexium
-celiac diet for 3 weeks nothing
-buscopan for few days nothing
Only test that came back for me showing something were low vit D. At a computerized health food store i was diagonised with giardia but I took pills for it and know it doesnt show up. Wheat intolerance showed up So i stopped wheat for 2 weeks and still Nothing, she gave up and said she couldnt help me anymore. My doctor thinks im a mental case and need anxiety pills to help my stomach pain?, she thinks im stressed out or something, if im stressed its because my stomach hurts.
Ive lost thousands of dollers not working full time. barely work part time now and I spend more on pills and doctors that dont help me all the time.
If anyone Could help me I would appreciate it very much. I will Send anyone $400 if they can figure out whats wrong with me I dont care anymore, i cant live like this anymore and I cant work enough to barely pay my rent.
I live in Kitchener, Ontario if anyone knows any good doctors around here let me know please. I already have seen a Gi speciliast who refuses to help me any further and I have a family doctor that thinks im mental so dont tell me I need to see anymore doctors please.
Besides pro biotics add lactaid it's also comes as probiotic lactobacillus you probably are lactose interalerant and have food allergies including gluten aka wheat.
Your not mental get pre and pro biotics started quicky. If it comes in capsules empty contents of first two days into sugar free apple sauce as it tastes awful. Antibiotics to wipe out geraridia infected person mess up our good floria. If left too long without needed pro biotics you could develop c diff. That's even worse and required hospital stay. Medicine is big business pro biotics not expensive and no payment to medical system. Use caution with milk products until green poop stops also kefer better than milk. Plus temp stop any coffee tea or cola product best wishes for a happy healthy life.
Omg. Your problem sounds so much like mine. I dont have answers or want your money - but I also live in the same city as you if you ever want to exchange info! Thunder_without_sound***@****
Really sounds like your gallbladder is acting up and you need a hida scan done. If that comes back good ill be shocked. I had all those same symptoms for months and no one believed me. My friend recommended the hida scan and i had surgery the very next morning. Good luck
First I hope you are feeling better.
So many possibilities it could be.
It's possible you might have hepatitis and not realize it at first. Sometimes there aren't any symptoms. Or you might not get the right diagnosis because the disease shares some of the same signs as other ailments.
The most common symptoms of hepatitis are things like:
Loss of appetite,Fatigue,Mild fever,Muscle or joint aches,Nausea and vomiting,Pain in your belly...
Some people have other issues, such as:
Dark urine or Light-colored stools, Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes)Itchy feeling,Mental changes, such as stupor (being in a daze) or coma,Bleeding inside your body..
Or Gallbladder Issues you could possibly have.
Have you had a Pipida scan?
You can have gallbladder issues with or without stones.
Jaundice: Yellow-tinted skin may be a sign of a common bile duct block or stone. I have gallbladder issues but never had jaundice.
The most common symptom of a gallbladder problem is pain. This pain usually occurs in the mid- to upper-right section of your abdomen. It can be mild and intermittent, or it can be quite severe and frequent. In some cases, the pain can begin to radiate to other areas of the body, including the back and chest. I've heard gallbladder attacks can make you feel like an elephant is sitting on chest, mimicking a heart attack. Also a high fever can come on suddenly.
Some people haven't even experienced an attack but have had issues with their gallbladder.
Your gallbladder is a four-inch, pear-shaped organ. It’s positioned under your liver in the upper-right section of your abdomen. The gallbladder stores bile, a combination of fluids, fat, and cholesterol. Bile helps break down fat from food in your intestine. The gallbladder delivers bile into the small intestine. This allows fat-soluble vitamins and nutrients to be more easily absorbed into the bloodstream.
Things to watch out for:
Unusual stools or urine: Lighter-colored stools and dark urine are possible signs of a common bile duct block.If you develop Jaundice: Yellow-tinted skin may be a sign of a common bile duct block or stone like I stated but it is always cause for concern.
I believe we know our body, and our body can signal ways to let us know something is wrong.
Always seek professional medical advice. If you feel uncomfortable or feel you're not getting the best treatment or the help you need I would seek out a different professional that best suits your needs.
Don't give up on yourself. Some things can take time. Unfortunately in the " waiting game " many are led to feel like it is all in their heads. It might be true for some, but for others they can take it as feeling like no one understands and that in turn leads to stress which can amplify the symptoms or bring new ones to the surface.
I would suggest keeping a daily journal.
Write down what you eat/drink and the time and date.
Write down your symptoms. Even if you feel it is insignificant it could help A doctor distinguish between one Illness or another.
It could be a variety of things..I was having similar symptoms like you but I had a tiny umbilical hernia that almost took my life.
Make sure you ask questions when you go to your doctor's appointment. There are no stupid questions remember.
Vitamins are good, so is water. Just remember to much of anything can be bad for you.
I'm sorry you are going through this.
I had severe pain in my stomach at first with an intense need to use the bathroom. The severe pain left but the urge to use the bathroom stayed for a month. I constantly was on the toilet, up to 20 times or more daily. It turned out I had an umbilical hernia that was incarcerated and strangulated and emergency surgery was performed. I almost waited to long.
Stay proactive and strong.
I hope this helps. I hope you feel better too.
So many possibilities it could be.
It's possible you might have hepatitis and not realize it at first. Sometimes there aren't any symptoms. Or you might not get the right diagnosis because the disease shares some of the same signs as other ailments.
The most common symptoms of hepatitis are things like:
Loss of appetite,Fatigue,Mild fever,Muscle or joint aches,Nausea and vomiting,Pain in your belly...
Some people have other issues, such as:
Dark urine or Light-colored stools, Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes)Itchy feeling,Mental changes, such as stupor (being in a daze) or coma,Bleeding inside your body..
Or Gallbladder Issues you could possibly have.
Have you had a Pipida scan?
You can have gallbladder issues with or without stones.
Jaundice: Yellow-tinted skin may be a sign of a common bile duct block or stone. I have gallbladder issues but never had jaundice.
The most common symptom of a gallbladder problem is pain. This pain usually occurs in the mid- to upper-right section of your abdomen. It can be mild and intermittent, or it can be quite severe and frequent. In some cases, the pain can begin to radiate to other areas of the body, including the back and chest. I've heard gallbladder attacks can make you feel like an elephant is sitting on chest, mimicking a heart attack. Also a high fever can come on suddenly.
Some people haven't even experienced an attack but have had issues with their gallbladder.
Your gallbladder is a four-inch, pear-shaped organ. It’s positioned under your liver in the upper-right section of your abdomen. The gallbladder stores bile, a combination of fluids, fat, and cholesterol. Bile helps break down fat from food in your intestine. The gallbladder delivers bile into the small intestine. This allows fat-soluble vitamins and nutrients to be more easily absorbed into the bloodstream.
Things to watch out for:
Unusual stools or urine: Lighter-colored stools and dark urine are possible signs of a common bile duct block.If you develop Jaundice: Yellow-tinted skin may be a sign of a common bile duct block or stone like I stated but it is always cause for concern.
I believe we know our body, and our body can signal ways to let us know something is wrong.
Always seek professional medical advice. If you feel uncomfortable or feel you're not getting the best treatment or the help you need I would seek out a different professional that best suits your needs.
Don't give up on yourself. Some things can take time. Unfortunately in the " waiting game " many are led to feel like it is all in their heads. It might be true for some, but for others they can take it as feeling like no one understands and that in turn leads to stress which can amplify the symptoms or bring new ones to the surface.
I would suggest keeping a daily journal.
Write down what you eat/drink and the time and date.
Write down your symptoms. Even if you feel it is insignificant it could help A doctor distinguish between one Illness or another.
It could be a variety of things..I was having similar symptoms like you but I had a tiny umbilical hernia that almost took my life.
Make sure you ask questions when you go to your doctor's appointment. There are no stupid questions remember.
Vitamins are good, so is water. Just remember to much of anything can be bad for you.
I'm sorry you are going through this.
I had severe pain in my stomach at first with an intense need to use the bathroom. The severe pain left but the urge to use the bathroom stayed for a month. I constantly was on the toilet, up to 20 times or more daily. It turned out I had an umbilical hernia that was incarcerated and strangulated and emergency surgery was performed. I almost waited to long.
Stay proactive and strong.
I hope this helps. I hope you feel better too.
Bile duct obstruction. See if they'll insert a cholecystic drain and have them do a test called T-tube cholangiogram. The test administer dye through the tube and the dye will go through all the ducts to see if any problems
I have a lot of the same symptoms. I had an endoscopy and emptying study done. I was diagnosed with gastroparesis. If you havent figured this out by now,you should consider that test.
Have you tried acupuncture. If you look for one that works with people medically and wants to help you get well you will be amazed. It usually cost around 100. Per visit but it is so worth it. Be careful though and do your research because a lot of them will try to push a lot of herbs and vitimans but also research those because you are not obligated to buy their products. Good luck
Hi i have seen this Dr - Dr. G.I. El Salviti in Woodstock, Ont yrs ago. Great Dr and a great listener. Get your family Dr to send you to see him.
All the best
All the best
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You have Chrohns.
Hi i have seen this Dr - Dr. G.I. El Salviti in Woodstock, Ont yrs ago. Great Dr and a great listener. Get your family Dr to send you to see him.
All the best
All the best
this sounds like a possible bile duct blockage involving the liver. Clue? green stool. That seems to be the most overlooked symptom on this entire thread. Did the doctors also overlook this?
Start taking Magnesium (with food) right away. Crush it to aid absorption. Start taking a chewable (children's is fine) vitamin 2x a day, one in morning, one before bed right away. For a couple of weeks, eat nothing but plain rice (I find Japanese sticky rice to be more palatable), and broiled fish with no butter or added fat, you may salt the rice and fish. Follow the law regarding fish, it must have fins and scales, eg. Salmon, bass, tilapia, etc. Drink 1 GALLON of water per day. It will be difficult at first but I've found distilled water to be less filling. Ask your regular doctor for Dicyclomine, this will help with the cramping. If your stool is hard take an otc stool softener for a few weeks. Do all of the above for a solid couple of months. You should see an improvement after a couple few weeks. The vitamins, particularly the magnesium are very important! They should be taken with a bit of food to aid absorption, as some are fat so liable, and some are water soluble. I know it'll suck to eat the same thing all the time, but it'll be well worth it in the end. Finally seek a second opinion from a different gastro doc to ensure that you don't have something more serious such as diverticulitis/diverticulosis or problems with your gallbladder. I've had some of the same symptoms due to my illnesses, (diverticulitis & gallstones). I really need my gallbladder removed but unfortunately, in this great country, no insurance-no help. I'm sorry that you've been stricken and I will pray for you.
Sincerely,
Bryan
Sincerely,
Bryan
I was wondering if the original poster had any help and resolved his issues? I am surprised at how similar your symptoms are to mine. Exactly the same. I hope he can come back and say what helped him or what they found. I know it's been 6 years, but I am as desperate as you were when you wrote it :( I look forward to a response.
Hi! I just posted about this as if it were my story too! Can you tell me more about this test? I am at my whits end and am trying to do some research on my own. THANKS!
Hi your symptoms are just like mine and mine also started after eating medication for Giardia...except it as discomfort rather than pain in stomach.
Doctors and specialists stopped helping because they couldn't find anything. I just felt it was overgrowth of Candida because of long term antibiotic use and or organic apple cider vinegar. Now thanks to God I feel improvement. First removed all foods with Yeast in them..breads, pizza, even yogurt. Also stopped eating anything with processed sugar in it...so the sweet things I eat are only fresh or dried fruits...no sugar added..still no grapes. Stopped all antacids..they further complicate yeast growth..and drink about 2- 3 glasses of super ice cold water after meals (..30 min later) and in between when possible and before sleeping. Yeast cannot grow in cold temperatures so basically I try to reduce my stomach's temperature.
You can make your own bread without yeast ..i' will tell you a simple recipes later or make small pancakes with flour without baking soda to be gentle on stomach. I also have to make my own yougurt..yeast free..
Also please eat probiotic capsule Kyo-Dophilus- at least 2 every day after meals.
Believe!
Doctors and specialists stopped helping because they couldn't find anything. I just felt it was overgrowth of Candida because of long term antibiotic use and or organic apple cider vinegar. Now thanks to God I feel improvement. First removed all foods with Yeast in them..breads, pizza, even yogurt. Also stopped eating anything with processed sugar in it...so the sweet things I eat are only fresh or dried fruits...no sugar added..still no grapes. Stopped all antacids..they further complicate yeast growth..and drink about 2- 3 glasses of super ice cold water after meals (..30 min later) and in between when possible and before sleeping. Yeast cannot grow in cold temperatures so basically I try to reduce my stomach's temperature.
You can make your own bread without yeast ..i' will tell you a simple recipes later or make small pancakes with flour without baking soda to be gentle on stomach. I also have to make my own yougurt..yeast free..
Also please eat probiotic capsule Kyo-Dophilus- at least 2 every day after meals.
Believe!
After reading your story, my first thought was OMG, this is my story as well, but my issue have a name and a treatment. You need to go to your Dr. and tell him you want a stool sample test done to check you for C-Diff. Untreated it is absolutely unbearable. I was just like you perfectly fine and it struck me like lightning. Mine was contracted from bottled water that had set in my car a couple of days. I only took a few small sips, but that was enough to put me in the E.R and then admitted to Hospital. Your symptoms sound exactly like what mine were, so I urge you to have the C-Differential test done as soon as possible. Godspeed !
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C-diff however has a defining smell and working in a nursing home unfortunately this is something delt with enough that 9/10 cases we can smell when a resident has c-diff
Hi... just passed thru your question/comment and was wondering how you're doing. I want to say, this is not so unusual. I know you must feel at a loss and without hope but I have to tell you, there is hope. What you have COULD be IBS. You should research all you can about IBS. Also, find an excellent psychologist who specializes in stress reduction and anxiety. Yes, I know you've heard this before, but it is exactly what you need to do. Just find one, commit to going weekly for 3 months... and see what happens. Be open to this, it is your hope. You'll be shocked at the results. trust me. :)
Like to know what resolve you have gotten. I've been suffering for 2 yrs now with no resolution.
Apparently the tests are not conclusive even if negative...unfortunately you may still have a milder form ..or you could have someting else indeed..I suggest going to another Doc who can refer you.. CAn you ask around google who is well recognized in Toronto...I have had false tests too and my internal med Doc still say nope I really think it is celeiacs..I am going for some more testing... along with some other stuff... I know what you mean and it is frustrating not to have a definate answer...
Keep trying and look for a new internist..
Good luck
:-)
Keep trying and look for a new internist..
Good luck
:-)
But if indeed I had celiac disease wouldnt it show up on the upper biopsy they did, I seen the link already for green stool causes, it could be many things. My current doctor wont refer me to a gastro speciliast In toronto i asked her and she wont let me.
First of all you cannot heal you gut ion any diet in 3 weeks... Trying a gluten free diet for recovery takes a good yr ...and then if it helps it is lifetime! Many Celiacs don't have symptoms until they are very ill...
Cleaning up ones diet is also important ...eating real food unprocessed..clean organic...... looking to supplements as well but there is a lot one can do and a proper eval is important from a trained person... If you are not happy with the past GI doc Go to Toronto and get another opinion...There are many well educated peeps out there... Sorry about your discomfort...but in the meantime is your diet clean? Is your lifestle clean? It is hard to have a healthy lifestyle at you age understood..
But if it makes you feel better maybe it is something to try and really it is worth it!
here is a link on green stool...http://altmedicine.about.com/od/gettingdiagnosed/a/green_stools.htm
Cleaning up ones diet is also important ...eating real food unprocessed..clean organic...... looking to supplements as well but there is a lot one can do and a proper eval is important from a trained person... If you are not happy with the past GI doc Go to Toronto and get another opinion...There are many well educated peeps out there... Sorry about your discomfort...but in the meantime is your diet clean? Is your lifestle clean? It is hard to have a healthy lifestyle at you age understood..
But if it makes you feel better maybe it is something to try and really it is worth it!
here is a link on green stool...http://altmedicine.about.com/od/gettingdiagnosed/a/green_stools.htm
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