Dr. Ajeet Kumar
Medical Gastroenterology
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Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I have had dysentery, stomach cramps, and fever for the past two days. It has recurred thrice during the past three months. My test results showed the presence of pus cells and mucus in the stool. I was prescribed tablet Metronidazole three times daily.
Hello,
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Blood in stools can be due to infections, hemorrhoids, inflammatory bowel disease, or solitary rectal ulcer syndrome. From the reports attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), your stool test does not show red blood cells (RBC). Pus cells are common in stools and do not show any significance. I suggest a colonoscopy to examine your large bowel. Tablet Metronidazole (antibiotic) may or may not help.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor for the reply,
Please prescribe a medication.
Hi,
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Follow the below steps;
1. Take colonoscopy for final diagnosis.
2. I suggest two liters of ORS (oral rehydration solution) daily.
3. I suggest (consult with a specialist doctor, talk with him or her and take medicines with their consent) tablet Lomotil (Diphenoxylate and Atropine) or capsule Imodium once daily to control diarrhea.
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