Wondering if your poop is considered “normal”? Most of us have asked ourselves this question at some point. When you’re not regularly having normal bowel movements, or your feces is an unusual color and/or consistency, this can definitely indicate that something isn’t quite right. There ...
A perforated bowel is a medical emergency in which a hole in the bowel opens to allow its contents to empty into the rest of the abdominal cavity. The result is frequently sepsis or blood infection, which if not treated can cause almost immediate death. A perforated bowel can occur as the...
You have severe abdominal pain. Your bowel movements are dark or have blood in them.When should I call my doctor?You have a fever. You have pain in your rectum. You are losing weight without trying. Your abdominal pain does not go away, even after treatment. You have questions or ...
I don't think that a bowel movement would go down its drain easily." STOP! Do NOT proceed with that plan! Everyone needs to be very aware of a few crucial details: A bidet is not a strangely named and plumbed toilet! If you have a bidet, you still use the toilet for all the...
Phototherapy is considered safe for the majority of infants. Possible side effects may include slowed feeding, loose bowel movements or a mild skin rash. However, there are a few specific situations in which phototherapy may not be appropriate for your baby. These include: ...
My brother had pain in his abdomen and fever. Mom and dad took him to see a specialist, and he kept him in hospital. Mom explained me that he is going to have appendectomy. What is appendectomy? If I understood correctly, they are going to remove part of intestine. Is this neceassry...
Interstitial Cystitis is one of many urinary diseases. This is an inflammation or infection of the urinary bladder. If it is caused by germs, it's called a urinary tract infection (also known as UTI). Women very easily develop UTIs, because all their sexual and urinary organs are very much...
Understanding what’s considered “normal” for stools can help you gauge your digestive health. Look: Norman describes a “normal” bowel movement as “usually smooth and soft, shaped like a log, and is easy to pass. The color ranges from cream-colored to brown, and it’s common for it...
Your therapy may include movements for everyday activities. An example is being able to raise yourself from a chair. A speech therapist helps you improve your ability to talk and swallow. Make your home safe. Remove anything you might trip over. Tape electrical cords down. Keep paths clear ...
You feel like food or medicine is stuck in your esophagus and it does not go down when you drink water. Your vomit has blood in it or looks like coffee grounds. You have black or bloody bowel movements. Your symptoms are getting worse.When should I call my doctor?