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How do I know if I have Short Bowel Syndrome?

What signs or symptoms may make you suspect you may have Short Bowel Syndrome. People who have experience in Short Bowel Syndrome offer advice of what things may make you suspicious and which doctor you should go to to receive treatment

Do I have Short Bowel Syndrome?
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Bellow are symptoms of short bowel syndrome
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea and steatorrhea (oily, bulky stool, which can be malodorous)
- Fluid depletion
- Weight loss and malnutrition
- Fatigue

Further; Persons with short bowel syndrome may have complications caused by malabsorption of vitamins and minerals, such as deficiencies in vitamins, calcium, magnesium, iron, and zinc.
These may appear as anemia symtoms with easy bruising, muscle spasms, poor blood clotting, and bone pain

If you have such then consult your doctor immediately.

Posted Nov 6, 2018 by ZF 4600
*lots of Anti Acid over long time
*nausea
*abdominal pain & discomfort
*Visit your closest GI Specialist
*Say if you want a second opinion. Just remember, do not wait till it becomes a crises.

Posted Nov 20, 2018 by Riana Rautenbach 1500
Translated from spanish Improve translation
Deebe always consult the specialist

Posted Nov 8, 2017 by Liz 2000

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