I have been having pain and swelling in my rectum for a little while now. I’m pregnant and I had the same problem during my first pregnancy too, but then it went away after I delivered and now it’s back. I’ve seen a gastroenterologist and he did a rectal exam and said it felt like a rectal fissure and prescribed a hydrocortisone/lidocaine cream. From what I’ve heard, the lidocaine creams usually work very well in treating the pain associated with rectal fissures, but it doesn’t do anything.

I’m starting to question whether it’s a fissure based on the way it presents. The pain is on the inside on the left a few inches up. I know there is an internal hemorrhoid around the location where the pain is originating because I can feel it.

It doesn’t hurt at all when I have a bowel movement and there is no pain for like 10 or so minutes afterward then the swelling starts to build up until there is a lot of pain and swelling inside. The swelling and pain lasts several hours. The lidocaine/hydrocortisone cream doesn’t even touch the pain and swelling. From what I’ve heard fissures hurt when you have a bowel movement, which is making me question whether it’s that or not.

Even though I am pregnant I haven’t had any constipation. I’ve tried miralax and it makes my stools very very soft, which helps, but still triggers the swelling. I think the swelling is the major cause of the pain. I’m just not sure what’s causing the swelling. Is this consistent with a rectal fissure or something else?

This is so hard for me to talk about, but I’ve been having trouble having a bowel movement for the past 5 months now. I eat incredibly healthy, stay away from fast-foods, fried foods, and junk food in general. I eat a lot of fiber to try to make myself go to the restroom more, and drink a lot of water. I’ve tried probiotic yogurt and drinks, colon cleanses, Metamucil fiber pills, i have even had to use laxatives a few times since i hadn’t had a bowel movement in around 5 days..I am now starting these new pills that are supposed to help digestion. They aren’t doing much.
Can you help me figure out what to try to aid in bowel movements, or have you heard of any of these cases before? What do you suggest?
Thank you!

I have slightly norrower than normal crap for the last couple days. Do I have colon cancer?

Abdominal distension: Nope
Abdominal pain: Nope
Unexplained, persistent nausea or vomiting: Nope
Unexplained weight loss: Nope
Change in frequency or character of stool (bowel movements): Yep
Small-caliber (narrow) or ribbon-like stools: Yep
Sensation of incomplete evacuation after a bowel movement: Nope
Age. About 90 percent of people diagnosed with colon cancer are older than 50: I’m 21.
Colorectal polyps cancer or polyps: Not that I know of.
Intestinal obstruction repair conditions: Nope
Inherited disorders that affect the colon: I might have hemmorides, thouh it usually doesn’t cause a problem for me. Basiclly it’s not active most of the time.
Family history of colon cancer and colon polyps: Only my grandma, nobody else even polyps.
Diet. Colon cancer and rectal cancer may be associated with a diet low in fiber and high in fat and calories: Probably
A sedentary lifestyle: Yeah, but do try to get at least a little bit of exercise each day.
Diabetes: Nope
Obesity: I’m only 145 pounds
Smoking. I don’t smoke
Alcohol: I don’t drink
Growth hormone disorder: I don’t think so.
Radiation therapy for cancer: I’ve never had cancer or anyone in my family except for my granda who was a smoker.

I apologize if anyone finds any of this disgusting, I just really need help.

I have severe constipation, I have a bowel movement once every 2 weeks and sometimes its been 3 weeks. No matter how much fiber I eat or how healthy I eat, I still can’t go. My doctor told me to take some senna pills and they didn’t work. He prescribed another laxative and that gave me terrible pain and I only had a bowel movement when I took the pills. I can’t really live my life taking pills everyday just to go to the bathroom, its a bit ridiculous.

My doctor is suggesting for me use Citrate of Magnesium so that I can cleanse out my colon and then see if my the reason why I can’t use the bathroom is because my colon is clogged, or if my digestive system is failing.

For anyone who has used Citrate of Magnesium, how long does it take for it to cleanse your colon and how long does it take for it to start working? Also, what is a disposable fleet enema, and how does that work with cleansing the colon?

Thank you in advance.

About eight days ago I started this Tiao He 15-day Cleanse, which is supposed to help clear your system of toxins; everything has been fine, except for when I went to the bathroom today and it smelled like burnt rubber.

I’m mainly just wondering if this could be due to the expulsion of certain bacteria, which might give off a smell like that, or if it’s actually a serious problem.

Today my urine also started to smell really gross; I ate asparagus at dinner time but I peed very shortly after eating it… would it still be possible for it to affect the smell in say, twenty minutes?

Sorry, this is so scatter-brained; here’s basically what I want to know:

- what could cause stool to smell like burnt rubber?
- could this be bad, or is it no big deal?
- could the bad smelling urine and the bad smelling bowel movement be caused by the same thing?
- could the smell just be from weird smelling bacteria that are being expelled from my system?

Ok so I’ve heard about rectal pressure but I’m not sure what it feels like… is it a constant feeling or does it come and go? Does it kinda feel like when you have to have a bowel movement or is it more of a sharp pain? I know it sounds kind of stupid but I really am curious if anyone can tell me I would greatly appreciate it thanks in advance

I know this sounds kinda gross/whatever, but the last couple of weeks I’ve noticed my butthole really itches(off and on). After passing feces this morning I took a shower. In the shower I was cleansing myself and noticed my butthole itched so I tried to wash it with some soap. I felt something coming out of my butt, almost just like a small narrow bubble, it definately felt like something fleshy/something that is supposed to be there…but should probably be internal. I’ve come up with the following reasons for why this is there…and I’m wondering which one/if any of them are right:
1. It is an infection, I should have a doctor see it
2. After a large bowel movement it probably just popped out but should pop back in
3. It’s always been there but I’ve never noticed it

Excited about the benefits of this cleanse but to be honest the weight loss is the greatest perk. I’m confused because my scale jumps around all day. Today there was the biggest jump: 119lbs in the morning (and no, i have not had a bowel movement yet today), and 124.6lbs at 6pm….is it normal to fluxuate so much? I get motivated seeing the numbers move down but 124.6 is only two pounds lighter than from where I started. thanks so much!

I have been having unusally large bowel movements, Is there any way I can make it smaller and softer befor I have another bowel movement. ( I dont drink a lot of water nor fiber whitch prabably helps ) I dont know a whole lot on these types of things if you have an answer please tell. thank you!

Been having hard stools for about 3 days now. I’m 15. I thinks it what ive been eating for the past 2 weeks. I been eating mcds and burger king and pizza straight all 2 weeks. And i noticed my stool is hard. And i havent been feeling that good. Like fatique and irritible and stuff. I ate a salad today with fries and a whopper for dinner. I have to stop eating fast food lol. Took 2 stool softener tablets and 2 benefiber tablets. I noticed today after i ate that salad and that ive gotten like gas in there i cant fart out LOL. But its good to see im producing some gas. As a few days ago i wasnt and i was bloated after i alwayys ate and had like a bowel movement of 2 tirds LOL. I remember i had this a while back and i drank some of my dads milk of magnesia and OHHH BOY after a day i was cleaning out the street suers. LOL, but yeah… any advice… i hope its nothing serious with my intestines or nothing. Just want to see if anyone experieneced that before or not lol

Okay, I’ve been reading around and have found a few things saying that meat stays into your intestines for a lot longer than other foods because it is so hard to digest. I have become a vegetarian now for a little over 2 months. About the end of Jan. I started having gas, an upset stomach, cramping and diarrhea. I was told since I was eating for things with fiber in them, and a healthier diet my body was just getting rid of the meat in my system, and cleansing my body. I’m starting to wonder about it now though. I sometimes don’t even feel like I’m about to have a bowel movement, and I do anyways. The movements are not that normal either. They are liquid-like, and have a larger odor that usual.

I don’t know what kinds of foods have a lot of fiber in them to begin with, but even so…is this normal? I mean it has been about two and a half weeks of this. It is not getting any better…I don’t quite understand. Thank you. If you need any other details I’ll be able to give them to you.
I’m taking medication, but I was taking it before starting to become a vegetarian…and it never caused these problems.
Another thing is though, I’ve not really up’d my intake on veggies, maybe more with bananas, but no other fruits really…just not eating quite so much junk, no meat, and cutting back on fattening things.

I went to GNC and purchased this blue box that is called the "Complete Body Cleansing Program". its a 7 day program where I take 4 pills that are supposed to promote protein, carb and carb, fat digestion as well as other stuff and a Probiotic Acidphilus mix drink.

The in the PM I take 5 pills for Blood circulation, liver cleanser, kidney and enzyme stuff. oh… and fiber and a prebiotic blend.

But nothing has happened. I have only had a bowel movement once in the last 4 days since I started and it wasnt even a lot. Not at all what I expected. The box does not have any information on what I should be feeling or what I can expect so I dont know if it is working.

I almost thought Id be going to the bathroom more frequently and or that I would at least see the cleansing part in the toilet but nothing. It all looks very normal.

Any suggestions or comments? Should I be seeing more coming out of me?

I’ve been taking Colon Cleansing Pills for several days now because my friend suggested that I start cleaning my colon out, since it contains so much "crap" that can turn your body into a toxic mine. Anyway, I’ve taken them since last Friday, becuase the bottle says to take 4 capsules 3 times a day, I can’t scarf that many down so I just take 4 in the evening after dinner, but on Sunday I forgot to take them so I didn’t have a bowel movement on Monday and I took them Monday after dinner and I didn’t have a bowel movement right after I woke up like I normally do, I had one about and hour after I got into work and then 45 minutes after that one; is this normal for colon cleansing pills? Should I stop taking them? I want to clean my colon and become regular again, I eat lots of fiber, but it seems that it doesn’t help much on it’s own.

Thanks,

I’ve heard about colon cleanses, especially the lemonade cleanse, and to be honest, I really do think its true. It’s just that, when I asked my doctor, he said he had never heard of colon cleanses. My parents are skeptical and I’ve been really frustrated that I can’t do anything about it.

I have a really slow bowel movement and when I DO go, I feel like there is still more to pass.

I’ve been drinking prune juice, but that doesn’t really help. Does anyone have any opinions on the Master Cleanse and any suggestions to solve my problem, besides eating more fibre and fruits? =\
Thanks much!

I’ve heard about colon cleanses, especially the lemonade cleanse, and to be honest, I really do think its true. It’s just that, when I asked my doctor, he said he had never heard of colon cleanses. My parents are skeptical and I’ve been really frustrated lately. I have a really slow bowel movement and when I DO go, I feel like there is still more to pass. I always feel full and bloated and its so uncomfortable.

I’ve been drinking prune juice, but that doesn’t really help. Does anyone have any opinions on the Master Cleanse and any suggestions to solve my problem, besides eating more fibre and fruits? =\
Thanks much!

I am an athlete 26 yrs old and eat well. My diet is high in protein. I am on a lot of suplements and vitamins.
Also I pass a bowel movement daily.
Do I need my prostate or colon checked?

I was heavily constipated as a child, and even now sometimes struggle to have one bowel movement a week. I’ve started to have more fibre, fresh veg and loads of water, but I’m worried there’s a ‘backlog’ of excrement inside me, possibly years old, that will stay and poison me unless i flush it out.

Do I need my colon cleansed or will a high fiber diet alone clean my insides? Do home cleansing kits work? What about colonic irrigation? Whats the best option for someone with a low budget?
i’m also kind of sceptical the craze of colon cleansing is just a huge con. i don’t think one of the leading brands, blessedherbs, has even been approved by the FDA.

Ok so I’m 16 years old.. 5’9, 84 kilos, I don’t drink or smoke, I’ve been on a healthy diet for months now so I’m sure it isn’t cause of eating bad.
I once did a lemon detox cleanse to remove toxins ??
I can’t go toilet properly now and then .. I was told I had inflammed bowel movement by my doctor ..
I’m taking weight loss pills ATM, but it’s not cause of them cause this pain happened a couple of times before I started taking them.
I’ve been on crash diets, and other crazy diets too ..

So twice or so every week I get this horrible pain in my right kidney.
It’s usually after I finish showering on a hot day,
Or when I leave the air conditioner on overnight while I’m asleep.

This pain is so horrible !! It really hurts, it goes on for about 5-10
Minutes and I have to hold my breath and tense my body for as much as possible cause it stops the pain..
it just hurts more and more everytime it occurs … Idk what it could be?!
Kidney stones ?? Kidney failure?? Idk . But I’m scared if it is :/
I’m going doctors soon cause the pain has gotten 10x worse and I can’t handle it anymore, so ye I just wanted a few opinions before stopping by at the docs.

Thx

I’ve had a history of disordered eating, and now I am on a great meal plan to combat the eating disorder….however, I found that constipation has become a big problem….and for someone like me who is very obsessed with having an "empty stomach feeling", this is hugely upsetting…i was instructed to drink more water, and I have been doing so….although I pee a lot, my bowels have been acting much better….I have been having a good sized bowel movement every day pretty much, as opposed to the rare ones I was having….even when I did suffer from constipation, I weighed about 133 at the dietitian’s office, which is ideal for me….i have an appointment next week and I am concerned that the large amount of water I’ve been drinking to cleanse my bowels will cause a weight gain….please help

I put this in the Health-Diseases and Conditions section as well.

Okay, I’ve been reading around and have found a few things saying that meat stays into your intestines for a lot longer than other foods because it is so hard to digest. I have become a vegetarian now for a little over 2 months. About the end of Jan. I started having gas, an upset stomach, cramping and diarrhea. I was told since I was eating for things with fiber in them, and a healthier diet my body was just getting rid of the meat in my system, and cleansing my body. I’m starting to wonder about it now though. I sometimes don’t even feel like I’m about to have a bowel movement, and I do anyways. The movements are not that normal either. They are liquid-like, and have a larger odor that usual.

I don’t know what kinds of foods have a lot of fiber in them to begin with, but even so…is this normal? I mean it has been about two and a half weeks of this. It is not getting any better…I don’t quite understand. Thanks

Ok so I’m 16 years old.. 5’9, 84 kilos, I don’t drink or smoke, I’ve been on a healthy diet for months now so I’m sure it isn’t cause of eating bad.
I once did a lemon detox cleanse to remove toxins ??
I can’t go toilet properly now and then .. I was told I had inflammed bowel movement by my doctor ..
I’m taking weight loss pills ATM, but it’s not cause of them cause this pain happened a couple of times before I started taking them.
I’ve been on crash diets, and other crazy diets too ..

So twice or so every week I get this horrible pain in my right kidney.
It’s usually after I finish showering on a hot day,
Or when I leave the air conditioner on overnight while I’m asleep.

This pain is so horrible !! It really hurts, it goes on for about 5-10
Minutes and I have to hold my breath and tense my body for as much as possible cause it stops the pain..
it just hurts more and more everytime it occurs … Idk what it could be?!
Kidney stones ?? Kidney failure?? Idk . But I’m scared if it is :/
I’m going doctors soon cause the pain has gotten 10x worse and I can’t handle it anymore, so ye I just wanted a few opinions before stopping by at the docs.

Thx

I had hemmroid surgery (internal) 3 months ago. Since then, every time I have a bowel movement, I have MAJOR rectal spasms. It’s like my body attempts to push down there and it’s uncontrolable. The pain is compared to labor pains (and comes and goes like labor pains) but only in the anal area. I have been back to my doctor and he has done an additional scope and found nothing. I am wondering if anyone else out there has had a similar problem like this and if so, what was causing it and how can I get it to stop? This is a serious issue for it keeps me up at night and interferes with my taking care of my children because of the pain, so please, no stupid responses. The doctor’s can’t figure it out so I’m just hoping someone out there can help. Thank you so much.

Its sunday night and I went to the hospital for this on saturday and they couldn’t find any evidence of blood, however it only happens after a bowel movement. I am going to consult my ob tomorrow just wondering if anybody had any idea what this could be?

I have been experiencing bad bloating after eating as well as stomach pain under my ribs. I am very uncomfortable and often have muscle issues with my back in particular. I believed to have had gallstones but I went to the ER yesterday and had an ultra-sound which showed nothing. I did not get to talk to a doctor because the free clinic sucks. I do not have insurance. The doctor at another clinic emailed his results and a nurse read them to me saying that he believed it is either an Ulcer or Acid Reflux.

Today I woke up and passed a bowel movement which looks very different than I have ever had before. I researched the white stringy substance attached to my bowel and it appears that I have a parasite??

I have noticed that several of the symptoms are similar between ulcers/acid reflux and parasites, but wouldn’t the ultra-sound have shown that I have worms?

They want me to go do an x-ray for ulcers but again I don’t have insurance and my last hospital visit lasted 12 hours and I never spoke to a doctor.

So here’s my 3 questions. 1. Does this sound like a parasite? 2. Why wouldn’t it have shown up in my ultra-sound. 3. What should I do now? Can I just take an over-the-counter colon cleanse?

I am doing a 30 day juicing cleanse/diet.. ITS SOOOO HARD! i have been doing very well however i was wondering if i could have chicken broth as a suppliment? and if not why. Its only been 5 days since i started and the hunger isnt that bad. it comes and goes in waves.. but i have 4 kids that i have to feed and the temptation is so strong. I think having a cup of chicken broth would help me get through that urge to tast food again. or atleast add some virity to my tounge.. if you have any info or advice i would really appreciate it. also after five days juicing should i be having a bowel movement. because i havent since the first day. thanks again so much!!