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6 Signs You Should Get Stool Testing

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It can be scary and stressful not to feel well—especially if you don’t know the cause. Something as simple as checking for a fever can provide you with confirmation that you are experiencing a health issue that needs to be addressed. Blood work and other tests can help us assess your health with hard, empirical data. Stool testing is one of the most important ways to learn about what is happening in your body. It allows you to put aside your worry, identify your specific health problem, and begin appropriate treatment. Serenity Health Care Center in Waukesha, WI, offers stool testing to ensure your optimal health.

6 Signs You Should Get Stool Testing

Unfortunately, many people decide to let minor health problems linger rather than approach a doctor for help in identifying and resolving the issue. Many people are under the mistaken impression that they have to live with certain uncomfortable symptoms, when the reality is that convenient and affordable treatments might help them feel younger, stronger, and better. Our professional mission is to put you on a path to a quick recovery, and we take pride in treating our patients like family.

Stool testing allows us to get an accurate picture of your entire gastrointestinal health. The testing provides critical information about the good and bad bacteria living in your body. Testing also allows experts to see immune markers and signs of inflammation. Your gastrointestinal system is the number one cause of systemic illness. Here are some indicators that stool testing might provide us with critical information to put you on the path to a happier, healthier life:

1. Frequent Diarrhea

If you have frequent diarrhea that exists for longer than can be expected for seasonal illness, you should consult with us about testing. Diarrhea is embarrassing and uncomfortable, and it also could be a sign of serious health issues. Nobody likes to live with the sensation of not being able to enjoy themselves because they constantly have to be on the lookout for a bathroom. Frequent diarrhea can leave you dehydrated, nauseated, and fearful of participating in social gatherings.

There are many health concerns that can contribute to frequent diarrhea, and it’s important to get on a treatment plan as quickly as possible. We can suggest anything from a dietary change to medication, and the results can be life-changing. You’ll be amazed at how much better you feel and how your personal relationships improve when you get on the path to overall wellness. Imagine never having to worry about your proximity to a bathroom and feeling free to embrace the precious time you have with family and friends.

2. Mucus or Blood in Your Stool

With mucus or blood in your stool, you should come in and see us immediately. Mucus or blood can be a sign of infections, anal fissures, bowel obstructions, or other causes. Also, keep in mind that there might be microscopic blood or mucus particles that are not visible to the naked eye. The earlier we can identify and treat these potentially serious issues, the sooner you can get back to living your life.

3. Nausea or Vomiting

Persistent nausea and vomiting can be a sign of gastrointestinal issues, which might reveal a cause in your stool. The human body is a very complex organism, and sometimes the symptoms of an underlying issue manifest in a different part of the body. We often think of nausea and vomiting as symptoms of something that we ate, but the problem could have its roots in your gastronomic tract.

Infections caused by parasites, viruses, and bacteria often result in nausea and vomiting. Nausea and vomiting are similar to frequent diarrhea in that they are detrimental to your ability to live a normal life. Patients who suffer from these symptoms are often incapable of enjoying precious social gatherings for fear that they will be overcome by their illness. If you have had persistent nausea and vomiting, you should come in for treatment immediately.

4. Abdominal Pain

Stool tests are often used in concert with other diagnostic tests to form a complete picture of what is going on inside you. X-rays can offer us an insight or indicate the presence of dangerous obstructions or foreign objects which might be causing you discomfort or pain. Testing your stool can provide a report that can maximize the effectiveness of other tests. Sometimes we can gather information that can guide us as to where to look. The more information that we have about the inner workings of your body, the better equipped we are to put you on the path to recovery.

5. General Fatigue

Consider a situation where you strictly adhere to a healthy diet, but you continue to feel an overall sense of fatigue. This can be an enormously frustrating situation because it makes many clients feel powerless over their ability to improve their own health. A stool test can indicate whether your body might be blocked from absorbing healthy nutrients, and we can resolve the issue and restore your sense of self-control.

Many individuals succumb to a sense of despair in this situation, or they resolve to live with uncomfortable and unhealthy issues. It is easy to understand this inclination because it is very frustrating to brainstorm and apply methods for improving your health and not see results. Through a clinical evaluation of a stool sample, we have a great capacity for diagnosing and correcting a wide variety of issues. You can almost think of it as a tune-up for your whole body.

6. Headaches and Fevers

Headaches and fevers are two of the body’s primary warning signs that something is amiss. Unfortunately, these symptoms are as vague as a ringing alarm bell. One of the best things you can do for your personal wellness is to take it seriously when you have a headache or a fever. With the demands of work and family, we are all under enormous pressure to push through a minor illness and continue with our daily obligations. However, if you are in the early stages of a serious health issue, the sooner you receive treatment, the better off you’ll be in the long run.

Everyone is different, and some people might not even recognize that they are suffering from a fever. The next time you find yourself suffering from a headache, don’t just take a couple of Ibuprofen and try to push through the rest of the day. Take a second and check your temperature. It could be that you are suffering from a gastrointestinal ailment that is manifesting other symptoms you’ve just learned to live with. Come in, and we can help you get on the path to a healthier life.

Take Care of Yourself

If the check engine light came on in your car, you’d probably take that vehicle into the mechanic, right? Why is it that when the check engine light comes on in your body, you’re tempted to push through and act as if nothing is wrong? You’re worth more than that, and there’s no reason to learn to live with pain, illness, or intestinal discomfort. Contact Serenity Health Care Center in Waukesha, WI today, where we offer sensitive and specific stool testing, which can provide us with critical insight into your overall health.

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