I've been struggling with stomach bloating for about three years now. It's always accompanied by a lot of flatulence, and over the past year, I've noticed my stools becoming pencil-thin. I go to the bathroom 2-3 times a day, and there's always this slight cramping on the upper left side of my stomach. Could you tell me what might be going on and what steps I should take next?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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2+ Yrs

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it can be due to these factors Diet: A low-fiber diet can cause narrow stools. Temporary infection: A temporary infection can cause narrow stools. Constipation: Constipation can cause narrow stools. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): IBS can cause changes in stool size. Medications: Certain medications can cause narrow stools. Food poisoning: Food poisoning can cause diarrhea and thin stools. Parasitic gut infections: Parasitic gut infections can cause narrow stools

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I'm experiencing a really bad pain and burning sensation around my anus whenever I go to the bathroom. It's been happening for a week now. My stools aren't hard, but it feels like a hot, chilli-like sensation in that area. I've tried using smuth cream and coconut oil, but nothing seems to help. Could you advise me on what to do?

There could be Fissure in ano visit General Surgeon for evalaution and appropriate management

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I'm really worried because I'm having diarrhea after eating papaya on an empty stomach, and my stomach cramps are really bad. I took ornof, but it only seems to provide temporary relief. As soon as it wears off, the cramping and diarrhea come back. I have a history of IBS, so I'm really concerned. Could this be a reaction to the papaya, or something related to my IBS? What should I do next?

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I've had this stomach issue for 7 months where it feels like there's a constant knot in my upper stomach and throat. Did an endoscopy 5 months ago showing small hiatus hernia and some erosions. Tried multiple meds like rabeprazole, levosulpride, montilucast for months with no relief. One doctor now suggests surgery but I'm unsure. What could be causing this persistent discomfort and is surgery really needed?

upper GI endoscopy,urea breath test and USG is advised.RW with the report.

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