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History Of Colectomy. Have IBS, Stools Burns Skin. OTC Medicine For Diarrhea And Stool Incontinence?
Hi. I had a colectomy many years ago followed by a recoonection of my small intestine to my rectum. I have herd and take medication for that. My problem is that I have IBS and he stool burns my skin extremely bad. I don't have medical insurance so I can't buy the medication prescribed. Is there anything that I can buy OTC to help with diarrhea and stool incontinence?
Mon, 24 Jun 2013
Hi, You had colectomy, and still you are having IBS, means there is some thing wrong with your diet habit.
i to my patient with this symptoms prescribe ranitidine 300mg BD . so iadvise you to consult a doctor for treatment.
I advise you to avoid spices, junk foods, and oily food. also avoid milk and milk products, and gluten containing foods like wheet and barley.
thank you.
i to my patient with this symptoms prescribe ranitidine 300mg BD . so iadvise you to consult a doctor for treatment.
I advise you to avoid spices, junk foods, and oily food. also avoid milk and milk products, and gluten containing foods like wheet and barley.
thank you.
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