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Oily stool chronic problem
Been getting oil in stool and loose stool occassionally from last 3-4 months. Also stomach discomfort when it's empty. While wiping i can clearly see oily substance. What is it?? Very worried what could cause this. Please help
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The loose stools could be due to malabsorption syndrome, significant of GI issues.
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-fecal fat test and fecal occult test.
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Stool routine examination
Stool for occult blood
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Kindly consult for further management of your situation. I need to rule out any source of GI bleed along with any pancreatic insufficiency given your history.
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Consult with me on Practo or in person at my clinic
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It looks black tarry stools.
Please get stools examination done to see if it is altered blood or it is blood mixed mucus.
With the report you may consult a General Surgeon on Practo.
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Take the following tests
Lipid profile
Thyroid profile
Liver function tests
Kindly elaborate the symptoms along with your dietary habits so that I can check if you need to take few more tests.
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Consultation with a surgeon is advisable
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Dr. Priyanka Reddy
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Nellore
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Dr. Shaista Fatma
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2 yrs exp
Lucknow
Consultation needed.
Consult personally on Practo app or 8318469_886
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