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What Causes Recurrent Diarrhea And Passing Pale Stool Despite Taking Probiotic?

so back in November I had an endoscopy, and in December, i had a colonoscopy. Nothing abnormal about either, and i was on schedule as to what to expect bowel movement wise in terms of having a normal bowl movement. We went to a cabin for Christmas, and came home having stomach cramps and diarrhea after i ate off and on which lasted about a good month or so. I called the gastroenterologist and asked if it had to do with a colonoscopy killing off all the flora, so i tried a heavy duty probiotic and it kind of helped...but i still have occasional bouts of diarrhea and if not that then soft khaki stools. I also seem to be losing muscle strength. I work out daily and my muscles get tired so much more easily. Additionally, i ve been eating way more than i should, but haven t gained any weight. could i have caught something or have some bug from something i ate/drank?
Wed, 6 Apr 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of recurrent diarrhea and passing pale stool despite taking Probiotic which seems to be due to infection by H. Pylori leading to gastroenteritis. It could be due to electrolyte imbalance in body. Need not to worry at all. You should take proper rest. You should avoid intake of outside food. I would suggest you to ensure you are giving adequate hydration, oral intake and replenishing water to avoid salt losses. Visit gastroenterologist once and get it examined. You should go for complete examination and start treatment after that. Intravenous fluid administration is also recommended. Don't panic. You should give oral rehydration solution. Give combination of antibiotic along with antihistamine medication.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Recurrent Diarrhea And Passing Pale Stool Despite Taking Probiotic?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of recurrent diarrhea and passing pale stool despite taking Probiotic which seems to be due to infection by H. Pylori leading to gastroenteritis. It could be due to electrolyte imbalance in body. Need not to worry at all. You should take proper rest. You should avoid intake of outside food. I would suggest you to ensure you are giving adequate hydration, oral intake and replenishing water to avoid salt losses. Visit gastroenterologist once and get it examined. You should go for complete examination and start treatment after that. Intravenous fluid administration is also recommended. Don t panic. You should give oral rehydration solution. Give combination of antibiotic along with antihistamine medication. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari