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Foul smell coming from the stools since constipation. I also have lot of burping. Also, I am not hungry at all. Whats the reason for foul smell?

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Some sorts of infection.. connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management ...  Read More

From past 1 week I am experiencing foul smelling flatulence and stools with indigestion. What might have caused this and will it go away on its own? When should I approach a doctor

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Hello, Nothing much to worry Avoid outside food ,fatty ,oil and non veg foods ...  Read More

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Consult me on practo for detailed information regarding this concern. ...  Read More

I noticed my stool to be mucusy, although fairly solid movment, was quite "snotty" and foul smelling

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cap darolac 1 once daily ...  Read More

I have dark greenish semi solid stools and they are very foul smelling... what could be the reason??

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It usually is due to some infection, get yourself checked by a doctor ...  Read More

For the last few days, I've been passing extremely foul smelling stools. All the stools are runny. I have been experiencing pain in the lower tummy area. My mouth also stinks too much for to this and there's excessive flatulence and belching. How do I overcome this problem?

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These appear to be signs of INFECTIONS of large intestines. Appropriate ANTIBIOTICS and other Supporting MEDICINES may be needed. ...  Read More

I generally have frequent bowel movements and result is a very foul smelling stool, stoll is generally runny and I also experience bloating due to gas.

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Hello.... did u have food at an unusual place after which all the symptoms have started... if yes then it might be due to indigestion or food poisoning... I suggest you to take good amount of water ...  Read More

Bloated all day, rumbling sound in the stomach, foul smelling stool and occasionally diarrhoea from the past few weeks.

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Hi, Tab. Albendazol chewable onetab with Bisacodyl 2 tabs one dose only. Tab.NorfloxTZ one tab twice daily for three days. Tab.Ranitidine 150 onetab twice daily For three days. Last dose of tab.Secnid ...  Read More

Hello Doctor..i am suffer from greasy & foul smell stool from last 3days...stool is very sticky and not paas clearly..feel like constipation...I also feel mild ulcer in upper abdomen..I also doing smoking(specialy BIDI) from last 15 days..pls suggest me best treatment

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First of all stop smoking And take PPI two times daily. Consult and Provide proper , full history ...  Read More

I have bad breath and foul stool smell. I do pass stool all most everyday. Also digestion is very good with no burning sensation. I eat veg and non veg. But mostly veg

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Tab rifaximin 550mg 1 tab twice daily for 5 days ...  Read More

Vaginal discharge heavily and burning sensation in vagina and feet and foul smell in vagina feeling tired

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Might be Vaginal candidiasis (fungal) or a bacterial infection. Any h/o Diabetes ? ...  Read More

So I have been observing this issues for the last 3-4 months where I observed white remains on my penis with foul smell originating from under my Penial skin but after washing at the time of bath it would go away but again the next day it would re appear so this has been going on along with redness and penial area irritation.

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This is smegma . Clean with soap and water twice daily. If issue with maintaining hygiene or phimosis, get circumcised ...  Read More

My baby is currently 20month old and having loose motions from 3 days even she potty little little I keep changing her diapers she still got a bit rashes..but the only problem is that stool smells...she does 5 times a day only little little.. please I need a solution also tell me what should I feed her ..I'm not breastfeeding i stopped long back

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Give Enterogermina half tube morning and night for 3days ...  Read More

Last year I had H. pylori with nausea and heaviness after meals. After treatment, nausea is gone. Now I mainly have upper stomach fullness (2 fingers above navel) after pooping (30–45 mins or more), occasionally after eating on an empty stomach in the morning. Stool and flatulence have always been foul-smelling(since 2022) . No acidity , no stomach

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Can be caused due to various factors, detailed history is needed before reaching any conclusion, kindly consult for proper treatment and plan of action.... ...  Read More

I have been suffering from foul-smelling gas for the last three years. No particular food causes it. Any food consumed causes a smell. Sometimes I feel gas being stuck in different parts of my body and it releases very slowly. The main problem is smell. I don't have any other digestive issues other thn occasionally contipation. Charcoal tablets, pr

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It is due to improper gut health Through ayurveda medicine you can clear off your digestion problems If you are interested please consult for more information ...  Read More

I have been suffering from foul-smelling gas for the last three years. No particular food causes it. Any food consumed causes a smell. Sometimes I feel gas being stuck in different parts of my body and it releases very slowly. The main problem is smell. I don't have any other digestive issues other thn occasionally contipation. Charcoal tablets, pr

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Hello Ma’am, Since SIBO, H. pylori, endoscopy, ultrasound, and allergy tests are all normal, the foul-smelling gas is more likely due to gut flora imbalance, slow digestion, or IBS-type conditio ...  Read More

I have been suffering from foul-smelling gas for the last three years. No particular food causes it. Any food consumed causes a smell. Sometimes I feel gas being stuck in different parts of my body and it releases very slowly. The main problem is smell. I don't have any other digestive issues other thn occasionally contipation. Charcoal tablets, pr

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U need to get rid of constipation. All will be right after that. ...  Read More

I have been suffering from foul-smelling gas for the last three years. No particular food causes it. Any food consumed causes a smell. Sometimes I feel gas being stuck in different parts of my body and it releases very slowly. The main problem is smell. I don't have any other digestive issues other thn occasionally contipation. Charcoal tablets, pr

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Gastritis Avoid spicy foods Avoid coffee and tea in empty stomach Use more of curd and butter milk ...  Read More

Hello, past 3 days, I am experiencing foul smell burping , stomach pain and yellowish diarrhea. I want to know the root cause. Past two years, I am suffering from gerd.

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To.know the cause Stool test complete n microscopic. Usg whole abdomen. Till unienzyme two times after food for ten. Nexpro RD40 ONE IN EMPTY STOMACH FOR ten days. Enterogermina respule thre ...  Read More

My son 2 months old & is on breastfeeding plus formula feeding..he in passing 4 to 5 stools in a day from last 5 days..stools are mustard yellow..soft,shapeless,formless and mucus smell with a mucus glaze/slime like in the stool... Can you please help what should i do to help him.?

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Passing stools 4-5times can be normal at this stage.but presence of foul smell and mucus mighy suggest some mild gut irritation..which may be due to formula feed intolerance..or gut infection. I would ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, Lately i have been experiencing too much white discharge and foul ,strong smell from the vaginal area. I am married since 10 years and have a 7 year old daughter. I am physically quite active. Kindly suggest remedies Thanks

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ...  Read More

I have sinus . The right side sinus nodes were blocked.so I had some foul smell also for some months.after consulting doctor and taking medicine I got better. Somedays suddenly I get a foul smell when I take deep breath and there is also a burning sensation suddenly when I take breath then it goes away. Can someone help me with it. This foul smell

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please get done nasal endoscopy. ...  Read More

My baby is 3 months old. Weight was 5.3 kg on 16th April.Today noticed bad smell in stool and feeding less. Baby otherwise active,

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I understand that you’re going through a tough time, and I want to help in any way I can. I know that taking care of a child can be overwhelming, and I’m here to listen and provide support. I would be ...  Read More

I am a 22-year-old female with a typically regular menstrual cycle. However, last month, I missed my period and instead experienced brown, foul-smelling discharge for seven days, followed by five days of red blood spotting with period-like clots. Recently, after initiating a new strength training workout routine, I noticed blood mixed with my disch

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Visit a gynaecologist for clinical examination ...  Read More

Hi doc. My baby girl is around 9 months old. I found that since 2-3 days her left ear emanated a fouling smell and when I checked her ear it seems that ear is releasing some liquid and moisture is also found in ear. Smell is very bad..pls suggest doctore there is a serious issue or precaution and medicine which should I give to her

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Kindly visit any ENT physically and examine the ear to find out pus or wax ...  Read More

Hi doc. My baby girl is around 9 months old. I found that since 2-3 days her left ear emanated a fouling smell and when I checked her ear it seems that ear is releasing some liquid and moisture is also found in ear. Smell is very bad..pls suggest doctore there is a serious issue or precaution and medicine which should I give to her

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Please consult with ENT specialist ...  Read More

My 9 year old sons kft report has been attached .is there anything to be worried about as his urine smells and water intake is low.his vitamin d level also is low.what should be done next.

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Its normal ...  Read More

Hi , from last one week on circumcised area of penis there is redness and little cuts happened . Foul smell also comes from that . What can be the reason for same? And how to cure it ?

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Consult for discussion and treatment ...  Read More

For three years I have been suffering from foul-smelling flatulence. My SIBO is negative, H.pylori negative(had it last year but now negative), and Endoscopy is normal. Bowel movements 5-6 times a week. I tried to find food triggers but was not able to find them. Any food can cause it. Not allergic to dairy and gluten. Stopped these for 15 days but

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For three years I have been suffering from foul-smelling flatulence. My SIBO is negative, H.pylori negative(had it last year but now negative), and Endoscopy is normal. Bowel movements 5-6 times a week. I tried to find food triggers but was not able to find them. Any food can cause it. Not allergic to dairy and gluten. Stopped these for 15 days but

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Plenty of water Curd will help ...  Read More

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