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What Causes Stomach Cramps Before Bowel Movement?
Hi, I am 42 years old, 130lbs, 5'6 and have had a hysterectomy 5 years ago (they left one ovary, so I'm not taking medication) I have been experiencing sharp pain/ cramping in my stomach/ lower intestine just before I have a bowel movement. It is uncomfortable afterwards, in my stomach/lower intestine, as if by having a bowel movement things were irritated. My stomach is also bloated. I have been regular, there is no bleeding, it just seems as if my intestines have shrunk or are inflamed making it difficult to have a bowel movement. Any ideas?
Fri, 23 May 2014
Hi.
Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.
This can be just a subclinical form of gastroenteritis , where one does not get other symptoms of loose stools, fever or others.
Yet it is advisable to undergo a course of an antibiotic and probiotics. This will help overcome serious infection in future.
You may please go for blood tests and other tests if your clinician suggests so.
Thanks for your query and an elucidate history.
This can be just a subclinical form of gastroenteritis , where one does not get other symptoms of loose stools, fever or others.
Yet it is advisable to undergo a course of an antibiotic and probiotics. This will help overcome serious infection in future.
You may please go for blood tests and other tests if your clinician suggests so.
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