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What is wrong with me?!

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jess71400
jess71400

I have been going to the doctors since early November as I have been suffering mainly from lower right abdominal pain, but also changes to bowel functions and just generally feeling unwell, weak and tired all the time. 

I had my appendix removed through a long operation nearly 2 years ago now, and I did experience some pain like I am experiencing at the moment a couple of weeks after having it removed, but then it seemed to disappear. I have had chest pains too which have worried me as I have never experienced this before. I had blood tests done in November and they came back showing sign of infection somewhere, as the doctor also highlighted high eosonophil levels but said that she wasn't concerned, as at the time I did have swollen tonsils and she thought it was maybe because of this. She gave me amoxicillin, but that did not change anything and next they gave me clarithromycin, however this did not change anything either. I was then referred to the gastrointestinal department at the hospital to possibly see the surgeon who did my surgery nearly 2 years ago. I was sent in to the hospital first week of Jan after having a temperature, where they did a stool test, urine test and blood tests. My temperature, blood pressure and heart rate were all high. Blood and urine tests came back okay though, I asked about eosonophil levels as I said these have been high for a while but they said they were not concerned about this. I have also been for an ultrasound scan but still awaiting the results of these and other tests, and to see the consultant..

I have now not had any bowel movements for nearly 9 days, tried laxatives, orange juice, figs, etc, nothing seems to work. I have also had trouble sleeping as I have had bad chest pains and have been vomiting a few times this week too.. and now getting quite concerned. Been to the doctors today and have to go back on Monday. I am also still waiting for results from my tests at the hospital and to see the consultant, but my main concern at the moment is definitely the lack of bowel movements and chest pain! Any advice is appreciated!!! I am very worried!

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  • sam52768
    sam52768 jess71400

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    I am in no means an expert.. I am just trying figure it out with you. I am wondering if you do not have adhesions from prior surgery that is causing a blockage? The chest pains could be attributed to gas backed up into your chest. I am sure being tense, nervous and anxious is adding to your problem. Please keep us posted as to your doctor visit. Try and relax.
    • jess71400
      jess71400 sam52768

      Posted

      Hmm yeah could be, I'm not sure, I just hope I get to the bottom of it soon!! Hopefully it won't require another operation either. Yes will do!
    • jess71400
      jess71400 sam52768

      Posted

      Hi

      Still no bowel movements! Taken so many laxatives, prunes, nuts, drinking orange juice non stop, hot baths and nothing. My doctor did a small enema today but she said there isn't anything in my lower area so she thinks it's all higher up. Still having some chest pain and have been sick, I've got another appointment to see her tomorrow and maybe then go to the hospital.. I am surprisingly relaxed at the moment as I just feel full with some pain and sometimes bad pain. If anyone knows what could be causing this or any advice at all, that would be appreciated!

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