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Posted 1/4/2018 9:31 PM (GMT 0)
Hey all,

So I posted about a week ago saying how I lost more weight and I’m at 95lbs and 5’5. I wasn’t in any pain or going to the bathroom that much. Well a couple days ago I started having really bad D, pain, and vomiting. I can’t lose anymore weight! I have been eating SO much food and drinking shakes with meals like everyone recommend. I don’t know where the food is going! At least 3,000 calories a day. Would this be an indicator that my inflammation is back? Would It be smart to go to the er? This is so frustrating I really am scared of losing more weight, I look like a skeleton. I’m a 20 year old female. Thanks everyone.
Posted 1/4/2018 9:34 PM (GMT 0)
Can you contact your GI or GP? I’d say ER is not for weight concerns BUT it is for extreme vomiting or D because you could get dehydrated. If you’re not in imminent danger, I think they might not admit you.
Posted 1/4/2018 9:53 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, I think you need to get to the ER. Bad D, pain, and vomiting isn't a good sign. The GI is going to give you prednisone if they think it is a flare, but other than that they can't do much. I'd say you need IV fluids at the least. D will dehydrate you much quicker than any vomiting will. When you're having D, you need to drink (and keep down) at least twice as many fluids as you're passing.
Posted 1/5/2018 1:21 AM (GMT 0)
Going to the ER for reassurance might not be a bad idea. If it's only been a couple of days that you're nauseous and having diarreah, then you just might have some kind of virus. Could be anything from gastroenteritis to the flu.

If you were in fact seriously ill, then you would be feeling really bad overall. We know our bodies better than anyone, so if you really feel that there's something really wrong, then definitely opt for the ER, and book a follow up with your GI and family Doctor. You should have a full blood screening done as well, and you might want to consider seeing a dietitian for some further suggestions on your weight.
Posted 1/5/2018 1:53 AM (GMT 0)
I think I would prefer to call my GI and schedule an emergency visit versus going to the ER personally. My GI would always get me in within a day though if I NEEDED to be seen. I find that the ER is not all that useful because they aren't specialists. It can be a good move if you need to be admitted, and from the sounds of it, getting admitted wouldn't be a terrible thing in your case. You likely need fluids, tests, and to figure out what's going on. Getting admitted would speed things up too since you may need some tests that would take a while to schedule, and you're underweight, you need to get back on track quickly. You could have a bug or something. You should go if you can't get in to see your GI today.
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