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  • 34 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I'm dealing with IBS and every night I feel really bloated. My doctor told me to take Unienzyme three times a day, but I'm still having this issue. Is it safe for me to try the 222 tablet instead? I'm just trying to figure out how to get some relief.

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Lower Abdominal Pain, Anal SkinMuscle Formation, and Muscle Lumps

Symptoms and Possible Causes

  1. Lower abdominal pain: Mild pain on both sides of the lower abdomen can be caused by:
    • Constipation
    • Urinary tract infection (UTI)
    • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
    • Hernia
  2. Anal skinmuscle formation: The extra skinmuscle formation on the anus, increasing in size over two months, could be:
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Anal fissure
    • Anal abscess
    • Skin tag
  3. Muscle lumps: Muscle lumps in other parts of the body, present for two years without increasing in size, might be:
    • Benign tumors (e.g., lipomas)
    • Muscle knots or trigger points
    • Fibromyalgia

Recommendations

  1. Consult a doctor: Schedule an appointment with your primary care physician or a specialist (e.g., gastroenterologist, proctologist) to evaluate your symptoms.
  2. Physical examination and diagnostic tests: Your doctor will perform a physical examination and may order diagnostic tests, such as:
    • Blood tests
    • Imaging studies (e.g., ultrasound, CT scan)
    • Endoscopy or colonoscopy
  3. Treatment and management: Based on the diagnosis, your doctor will recommend treatment and management options to address your symptoms and underlying conditions.

Dr. Ranjith Suggests...

Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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