Why do I have upper abdominal grumbling and bloating?

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A bacterial stomach infection can cause such symptoms.

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Yes, indigestion can last for a couple of weeks if not treated properly. On and off stomach growl is due to the usual contractions of the stomach (increases in case of indigestion or gastritis). I will list some important points for you. The duration of symptoms is always important, and prolonged symptoms and non-resolving symptoms after a medical trial are something that should not be ignored. Your symptoms are of two weeks' duration, and you did not mention any medicine as such, so I recommended a medical trial with some basic dietary precautions. Other important things which we noticed are unintentional weight loss, family history of chronic diseases like tuberculosis, inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, and blood in vomiting or stools. You did not mention any of the above in your case, so no alarming features. Sometimes, stress (work-related or social) can cause stomach upset in sensitive individuals; in that case, avoiding stressors can help to relieve symptoms, other than what I have already recommended.

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Fresh rectal bleeding in small amounts, especially after passing hard stools and lasting only two days, is most likely due to either:

Internal hemorrhoids, or a small anal fissure (caused when hard stools cut the inner mucosa, leading to minor bleeding and pain at the anal verge).

Your own assessment of the condition seems correct.

Here’s what you can do:

• Hydration and diet: Drink plenty of water and eat a high-fiber diet rich in vegetables and salads.
• Fiber supplement: If you have occasional constipation, add psyllium husk to keep stools soft. Passing soft stools daily helps both fissure healing and hemorrhoid relief.
• Pain management: If similar symptoms occur again with pain at the anal verge, apply lidocaine gel (a local anesthetic) 2–4 minutes before passing stools to reduce discomfort.
• Sitz baths: Sit in a small tub of warm water mixed with a mild antiseptic for 5–10 minutes. This promotes healing and soothes irritation.
• Avoid constipation: Continue preventive measures to maintain regular, soft bowel movements.

These simple home remedies are often effective for mild anal fissures and hemorrhoids.

Wishing you good health and a quick recovery.

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