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Severe Diarrhea with Mucus and Blood
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Severe Diarrhea with Mucus and Blood - #35853

Renae Green

A week ago my bowels were formed but with little hard balls all through it. For a week now I have been pooping diarrhea 10 to 20 times a day small amounts at a time and it's clear at times with a tinge of blood or colored at times. The texture is slimy mucus like information and like I said is clear at times and sometimes coloration and this has been a week now today that this has been going on with me

Age: 54
Chronic illnesses: 2 hernias don't know what kind, Hep C and Hep B positive getting ready for treatment for Hep C, Gallbladder removal and was rushed to another Hospital right after the surgery my liver enzymes shot to 1900 and I had gone jaundice in 48 hours prior to surgery. Ended up being a gallstone stuck in my living dog I could have died thank God for Dr Stoddard! I've had a loss in appetite due to the ongoing diarrhea and loss of teeth here 4 weeks ago.
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Start with Tablet Liv-52 -DS 1-0-0 after food with water Kutaj ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water Avoid wheat and wheat products Avoid milk, but can take buttermilk with pinch of asafoetida black salt and roasted jeera powder after lunch daily. Avoid processed fatty fast foods street foods. Avoid nonveg diet.

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1.Kutajghan Vati 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Bilwadi Churna 1 tsp twice daily with buttermilk after meals 3.Mustakarishta 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals

Dietary Guidelines - Avoid: Dairy, raw foods, spicy, sour, fried, and fermented items. - Favor: - Rice gruel (kanji), moong dal soup, pomegranate juice, boiled carrots. - Fennel-cumin-coriander tea. - Warm water sips throughout the day. - Small meals: Eat every 3–4 hours in small quantities.

Lifestyle Tips - Rest and avoid exertion. - Apply warm castor oil or Dashmool oil on the abdomen. - Gentle belly breathing and Vata-pacifying pranayama (e.g., Anulom Vilom)

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HELLO RENAE,

You have -frequent loose motions = 10-20/day -mucosa and sometimes blood in stool -slimy texture , clear fluid, sometimes colored -poor appetite and weakness

These symptoms show that -Your intestines are inflamed and are secreting mucus due to irritation or infection -The liver is not functioning at its best, which affects digestion and bile flow -Because you have Hepatitis B and C, and a gallbladder removal with past liver crisis, your digestive and hepatic system are already sensitive

So, your body is trying to flush out toxins and undigested material, but at the same time, it’s losing vital fluids, electrolytes, and digestive power (agni)

Ayurveda calls this condition close to “pravahika” *dysentry) or “sangrahani” (chronic diarrhea with mucus and incomplete digestion0

ACCORDING TO DOSHAS -Pitta is disturbed because of liver dysfunction and past gallbladder issues -Vata is aggravated because of dehydration, anxiety, and frequent purging -Kapha is increased in the intestines causing slimy stools

So, this is a pitta- vata- kapha imbalance with Ama (toxins) in the gut

TREATMENT GOALS -stop infection/ inflammation in intestines -control mucus and bleeding -restore appetite and digestive fire -protect and support liver function - prevent dehydration and weakness -balance vata-pitta-kapha for long term stability

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) KUTAJGHAN VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals with water for 15 days or till stools normalize = it is best Ayurvedic antidiarrheal- clears Ama, reduces gut inflammation

2) BILVADI CHURNA= 1/2 tsp twice daily with warm water for20 days =reduces mucus, strengthens intestines

3)KUTAJARISHTA= 15ml + equal water twice daily after meals for 30 days = strengthens intestines, restores agni

4) AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA= 1/4 tsp before meals for 15 days =reduces acidity. balances pitta

5) LIV 52 DS= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 1 month = supports liver detoxification and function

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) ABDOMINAL FOMENTATION with warm towel soaked in cumin + carom seed water- relaxes cramping, improves ciruclation

2) GENTLE OIL MASSAGE= with warm sesame oil on hands, feet and abdomen (avoid if feverish)- calms vata and supports recovery

HOME REMEDIES

1) POMEGRANATE RIND DECOCTION= boil 1 tsp dried rind in 2 cups water-> reduce to 1 cup–> drink warm twice daily =stops mucus and minor bleeding

2) CUMIN-CORIANDER-FENNEL TEA= reduces acidity, aids digestion, mild antispetic

3) RICE GRUEL = overcooked white rice in excess water with a pinch of rock salt = hydrating, easy to digest, balances vata

4) APPLE OR GUAVA BOILED PULP= natural pectin helps form stool

5) BUTTERMILK WITH ROASTED CUMIN= only when stools start to form =restores healthy gut bacteria

LIFESTYLE MODIFICATIONS -Rest= avoid physical exertion and stress until stools normalise -Sleep= go to bed early 10 pm, wake early; avoid daytime naps -Avoid cold exposure and cold foods -Avoid mental stress, arguments, or rushing; they aggravate vata -Keep abdomen warm= use soft clothing, avoid tight belts

YOGA ASANAS -vajrasana -pawanmuktasana -balasana -supta baddha konasana

PRANAYAM -Nadi sodhana -Sheetali

MEDITATION/MINDFULLNESS= 10 -15 min daily

DIET -warm, freshly cooked meals -ricee, moong dal, thin khichdi -steamed vegetables like bottle gourd, ash gourd, ridge gourd -pomegranate, apple, guava, banana ripe -coconut water, rice water, herbal teas

AVOID -fried, spicy, oily food - raw salads, cold drinks, dairy, alcohol -red meat, fermented food, caffeine -excess sour and salty foods

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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From what you have mentioned, your system is clearly under a lot of distress, the frequent mucus field water is tools with occasional blood tinge along with loss of appetite and weakness, indicate that your digestion fire is deeply disturbed In Ayurveda, this condition alliance with GRAHANI , state with the small intestine: lose their strength to hold and digest food properly

Given your background -B& C, post gallbladder removal, and history of very high liver enzymes and jaundice- your body has gone through intense metabolic imbalance… The liver which plays a vital role in digestion and bile regulation seems to still be inflamed and weak The present diarrhoea and mucus suggest pitta and kapha imbalance with toxin accumulation in the intestines

Right now the goal is not to give heavy herbs but to stabilise your digestion stop fluid loss and soothe the liver

Take ,small frequent sips of warm rice gruel made with a pinch of rock salt and a drop of ghee Avoid milk fruits raw vegetables cold drinks and spicy foods Take pumpkin soup with cumin powder Drink buttermilk Take Kutajaghan vati 1-0-1 Arogyavardini vati 1-0-1 Bilwadi churna 1/4 th tsp with warm water Amlaki rasayana-1 tsp with warm water Drink pomegranate juice Tender coconut If blood in stool increases, or yellow discolouration of eyes it’s essential to get immediate medical evaluation

Once stool gets normalize we can add rejuvenating herbs

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Avoid oily, spicy and processed foods. Regular use of buttermilk. Cap. Florasante 1-0-1 Cap. Mebarid 2-0-2 Follow up after 1week

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Take kutajaganavati 2tab bd, bilwadilehyam 1tsp bd, gangadhar churna 1tsp with lukewarm water, Pancharista 20ml bd enough

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Now u can start with Bilwadi Agada tab 1-0-1 after food Arogyavardhini vati tab 1-0-1 after food Kutajaghana vati tab 1-0-1 after food Take more of freshly prepared food Green leafy vegetables and fruits Food u take should be simple like gruel porridges like while taking medicine

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✔️ Do’s: ✔️ Millet roti Buttermilk Moong dal (green and yellow both)

🧘‍♀️ Yogasan : 🧘‍♀️

1. Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) 2. Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) 3. Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose) 4. Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Fold) 5. Halasana (Plow Pose) 6. Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand Pose) 7. Matsyasana (Fish Pose) 8. Supta Matsyendrasana (Reclined Spinal Twist) 9. Surya Namaskar 10. Malasan (Squats Pose)

🧘‍♀️ Pranayam : 🧘‍♀️ 1. Anulo Vilom 2. Bhramari 3. Kapalbhati 4. Shitali 5. Sitkari

❌ Donot’s: ❌ Tea Coffee Addictions Dals (except moong) Sour Packed food Processed food Achar (pickles) Papad Fried food Avoid dairy completely Non veg products

💊 Medication: 💊

Cap. Mebarid 2 caps thrice a day with water Tab. Kutaj Parpati Vati 1 tab twice a day before food

Tab. Metro 400mg 1 tab twice a day after food.

Drink ORS to avoid weakness

Eat only Rice Water and Rice

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Start with Bilwadi churna 1/2 tsp with warm water after food Kutajaghan vati 1 tab after meals with warm water Kutaja aristha 10 ml with warm water after meals

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The symptoms you’re describing indicate an acute gastrointestinal issue, impacting your digestive balance significantly. The presence of mucus and blood suggests irritation or inflammation, likely due to a dosha imbalance. In Ayurveda, such symptoms may align with an imbalance in the Pitta dosha. Immediate action is crucial to address this.

Firstly, see a healthcare professional as soon as possible to rule out severe conditions like infections or inflammatory bowel disease. Blood in stool should be assessed urgently. Meanwhile, you can integrate some Ayurvedic practices to support your system.

Focus on a light, easily digestible diet. Prepare cooked, warm meals to support your agni (digestive fire) without overtaxing it. Khichdi, a simple dish of rice and mung dal, with minimal spices, is excellent. Avoid cold, oily, spicy, and heavy foods that can impair digestion.

Include cumin and coriander in your meals. These herbs have balancing properties for Pitta and can help restore digestive balance. You could also try drinking wine honey water. Mix a tablespoon of honey in lukewarm water works to soothe the digestive tract.

Stay hydrated, but sip water rather than consuming large amounts at once. Over-drinking cold water can aggravate the condition. Boiled and cooled water, sipped throughout day, offers better hydration.

Rest is vital. The body’s natural healing requires energy; prioritize sleep and gentle activity only. Yoga can support recovery—practices like gentle forward bends, or sitting postures (avoiding strenuous poses) can be soothing.

Observe your body’s signals. If symptoms persist or worsen, don’t hesitate to seek further medical care. While Ayurveda offers supportive measures, safety and professional medical guidance remains paramount.

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Experiencing diarrhea with mucus and blood requires immediate attention, as it can signal a serious underlying condition. This situation could indicate infections, inflammatory bowel disease, or other gastrointestinal disorders. It is crucial to seek medical help promptly to determine the exact cause and receive appropriate treatment.

From an Ayurveda perspective, such symptoms often point to an imbalance in the doshas, particularly an exacerbation of Pitta dosha (linked to heat and inflammation) and possibly Kapha (excess mucus). This turmoil might disturb the digestive fire, or “Agni,” leading to impaired digestion and assimilation.

In the interim, while waiting for a professional assessment, consider adhering to a bland diet to avoid further irritation to the digestive tract. Favor simple, cooked foods such as rice, soft-cooked lentils (mung dal), and stewed apples. Avoid spicy, oily, or processed foods, which can aggravate symptoms.

Additionally, drinking warm or hot water can assist in soothing the digestive system and help with hydration, which is crucial given the diarrhea. Avoid cold drinks and dairy products until symptoms improve.

Include mild spices like cumin, coriander, and fennel in your food, as these help enhance digestion and ease inflammation. Meanwhile, please reach out to a healthcare provider to address the situation seriously and avoid complications.

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