Feeling fatigued after bowel movement. What is causing this?

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What may be the cause of fatigue after a bowel movement? Thank you

Posted Sun, 14 Apr 2013 in Digestion and Bowels

Answered by Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja 55 minutes later

Hi

Thanks for writing in

Usually if you are constipated and strain a lot or sit for more time on the toilet seat you get fatigued

Most antidepressants do cause constipation

Hope this helps
Do write back in case of concern
Wishing you a healthy life ahead

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Follow-up: Feeling fatigued after bowel movement. What is causing this? 2 hours later

Well...it happens regardless of being constipated. Any other possibilities?

Thank you,XXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja 5 hours later

Hi

If you are not constipated get your Hemoglobin and Blood counts done

The only other possibility that comes in minds is either collitis and/or anemia

Do write back once reports are available
Wishing you a healthy life ahead

Above answer was peer-reviewed by

Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow-up: Feeling fatigued after bowel movement. What is causing this? 12 hours later

Thank you! - I will write back once I have blood work done. It may be several weeks however.
XXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja 2 hours later

Hi XXXXXX

U may write back anytime
And do not hesitate if you have any doubts

Get well soon

Above answer was peer-reviewed by

Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar