Poop like diarrhoea for months and sometimes blood comes

Ashwin

6 months ago

Poop like diarrhoea for months and sometimes blood comes

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Happy Tummy Expert

6 months ago

Dear Ashwin, Thank you for the question

Blood in stool or Anal Bleeding can be a symptom chronic constipation & haemorrhoids etc., and diarrhoea can be a symptom of gastrointestinal digestive issues such as Gastritis, indigestion, , IBS, intolerances, stomach infection etc., and/or due to an underlying health condition which requires medical attention.

Please contact a gastroenterologist or a specialised health care professional for further assistance and management.

Certain food intolerances can cause bloating after consuming specific foods. In lactose intolerance it is seen after consuming milk and milk products like cheese, paneer etc. And in gluten intolerance it is seen after consuming, wheat, rye, barley etc.

Here are a few tips to help manage diarrhoea

Replacement of lost fluids and electrolytes is necessary. Drink plenty of fluids such as water, fruit juices, buttermilk, vegetable clear broths etc.
Oral intake of fluids, particularly those high in sodium and potassium such as an electrolyte solution is recommended
Limit excess fiber and dairy intake
Cooked apples, rich in pectin help in controlling diarrhoea
Try to limit the foods like caffeine, spices, raw onions etc.
Include prebiotics such as banana, soyabean, garlic etc., good sources of probiotics like yogurt, buttermilk etc., to maintain a healthy gut.
Do not skip your meals, ensure adequate intake of balanced diet along with good amount of vitamin C from citrus fruits etc.

For further diagnosis and assistance kindly contact your specialized health care professional.

Here are a few guidelines for general digestive health.

Do not skip your meals, have small frequent meals at regular intervals.
Eat a well-balanced diet including minimum 5 serving of vegetables and 1 serving of fruit in a day as they are good sources of fiber and essential nutrients such as vitamin A, Vitamin B, iron, zinc etc.
Include prebiotics such as banana, soyabean, garlic etc., good sources of probiotics like yogurt, buttermilk etc., to maintain a healthy gut.
Try to include whole grains like wheat, multigrain and millets in your daily diet as they are a good source of fiber and other nutrients.
Limit the intake of fiber and dairy in case of loose stool/diarrhoea.
Avoid large, heavy meals, and practice portion guidance.
Deep fried foods to be restricted. Method of cooking like baking, grilling, boiling, steaming is preferable over deep frying with excess fat/ oil.
Food should be eaten slowly and chewed well as fast eating provokes gastric feeding reflex.
Avoid lying down immediately after your meal consumption
Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water per day
Have a gap of minimum 2-3 hours between bedtime and your last meal
Engage in physical activity for a minimum of 30-45 minutes for at least 5 days a week.
Try to follow a good sleep regimen in terms of both quantity and quality.