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Post by smokey2471 on Jul 27, 2014 21:30:35 GMT
Ok these are my symptoms and some background I've been nauseous for about a month with random bouts of actual throwing up. Usually if I lay down I will not throw up. I am pretty much nauseous all the time. Friday I was feeling bad all day and around 4pm I had a bowel movement but it was all mucus (gross I know) this happened again on Sat. I have not gone to the bathroom today. I have an appointment Monday but I'm just weirded out. I've been to dr 3 times for the nausea. I also have abdominal pain that started Friday. I am not pregnant I have had my tubes tied. Any ideas??
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Post by anniebygaslight on Jul 27, 2014 21:33:42 GMT
Gall bladder?
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Post by marianne on Jul 27, 2014 21:34:58 GMT
Sorry, not a clue, but I sure hope you're feeling better soon and real glad you're seeing the doctor tomorrow. Take care...
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Post by krbeah on Jul 27, 2014 21:39:39 GMT
Sounds like it might possibly be a slight case of IBS. Severe abdominal pain, mucus in your stool and nausea at times. That is what happens to me when I have a flare up on mine.
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Post by peasapie on Jul 27, 2014 21:42:36 GMT
Sounds like it might possibly be a slight case of IBS. Severe abdominal pain, mucus in your stool and nausea at times. That is what happens to me when I have a flare up on mine. This was going to be my guess, too, as I've had similar symptoms in the past. Have you tried taking any medication to combat?
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Post by Mystie on Jul 27, 2014 21:43:50 GMT
Gall bladder was my first thought, too. I was SOOOO nauseated with mine.
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Post by craftykitten on Jul 27, 2014 21:48:02 GMT
The mucus says something bowel-related to me, because the bowel produces more mucus when it is irritated. I'd get it checked out, hopefully you can get something to ease the pain.
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Post by cindyupnorth on Jul 27, 2014 21:48:15 GMT
I would bet IBS also. I don't think you have mucous in stool with gallbladder?
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Jul 27, 2014 21:48:32 GMT
I was gonna guess GB, too... don't forget that a GB problem doesn't just have to be gall stones. If you come up empty handed, and the ultrasound is clear for stones, you may want to ask whether a HIDA scan is in order. (The HIDA scan tests your GB's functionality.)
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Post by krbeah on Jul 27, 2014 21:49:15 GMT
Sounds like it might possibly be a slight case of IBS. Severe abdominal pain, mucus in your stool and nausea at times. That is what happens to me when I have a flare up on mine. This was going to be my guess, too, as I've had similar symptoms in the past. Have you tried taking any medication to combat? I have suffered for 5 years with it! I have to take medication daily for it. If I miss a dose then I have a flare up that takes about a week to control. I have also cut out a lot of gluten in my diet and it has helped some.
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Post by smokey2471 on Jul 27, 2014 23:07:26 GMT
Thanks. I am taking phenegren and/or zofran for nausea. I was told all my bloodworm was normal but now I have this stool that is all mucus. I will ask about scans. I just hate being blindsided at the Dr.
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Post by Judy26 on Jul 28, 2014 0:17:58 GMT
IBS... I hope you get answers and the cure is an easy one.
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Post by keknj on Jul 28, 2014 0:47:39 GMT
Sorry, I don't have a clue, but I hope you are feeling better soon.
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Post by donna on Jul 28, 2014 1:47:17 GMT
It sounds like some of my IBS flares. They can be pretty bad.
I hope you feel better soon.
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Post by stephofalltrades on Jul 28, 2014 1:53:40 GMT
I would agree with IBS or Gallbladder, but if you have been sexually active you might want to run a pregnancy test if you already haven't just in case. Something went wrong when my MIL got hers tied and she ended up pregnant again. Apparently its rare, but it happens.
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Post by onlywork2scrap on Jul 28, 2014 2:33:52 GMT
My IBS symptoms are very similar. Hope you find out and it's something you can control.
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Post by lambchop on Jul 28, 2014 2:36:11 GMT
No advice but I do hope you get some answers and feel better soon!
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Post by Deleted on Jul 28, 2014 2:40:51 GMT
Hopefully it's not C-Diff, which is characterized by mucosy stools with a "HORRIFIC NEVER GOING TO FORGET THST SMELL" kind of odor, abdominal pain and nausea and vomiting. An antibiotic (and probiotic taken at the same time and for a bit after finishing the abx will help. Call the doc and bring a sample of the mucousy stool if you can.
Good luck.
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Post by smokey2471 on Jul 28, 2014 2:47:42 GMT
Thanks guys. I did have a pregnancy test a few weeks ago my Dr said it was negative. When I look up the symptoms they seem to echo what you guys said and pointed to celiac. I'm hoping tomorrow will bring good news! Sorry to those dealing with this too! It's no fun!
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Post by mcscrapper on Jul 28, 2014 9:10:00 GMT
RN here....sounds like it could be gallbladder related. Could also be some diverticulitis or colitis. If you continue to be nauseated and vomit, make sure you are trying to get some fluids in you. The phenergan and zofran will help but the phenergan will definitely make you sleepy.
If you have some very loose diarrhea that is very foul smelling, you may need to talk to your doc about C. diff infection. That is a whole 'nother story.
What about that abdominal pain? where in your belly does it hurt?
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Post by pmm on Jul 28, 2014 12:50:28 GMT
Ulcerative colitis/irritable bowl sufferer here. My big symptom was large amounts of mucous in my stools. Don't be surprised if you are scheduled for a colonoscopy. Hope you feel better soon!
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Post by eastcoastpea on Jul 28, 2014 14:18:27 GMT
I don't have any suggestions as to what it might be. Just wanted to send healing vibes. I hope you get to the bottom of it soon and start feeling better.
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