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HomeHealth QueryGastroenterology/GI medicineI'm having some issues with my stool recently. It'...
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  • 30 Years
  • 20/02/2025

I'm having some issues with my stool recently. It's been a bit sticky and somewhat loose, and I've also noticed a burning sensation when I go. I'm having to go to the bathroom 3 to 4 times a day, and this is happening even though I've cut down on spicy foods. I'm wondering if this could be related to an amoebic infection since I've been experiencing some sensation in my urine for which I'm getting treatment. Do you have any advice or thoughts on what might be going on?

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Dr. Dr Ibrahim Salah

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