Hi, im 18 years old female my height is 5ft.5, Ive lost allot of weight in 2 years from being 12 stone going down to 7.5 stone , i think i have an eating disorder , i used to only eat 200 carlories a day but recently over the last year ive ate and ate untill ive been sick , i make myself sick about 7-10 times a day and i cant stop , recently my breathing and under my ribcage hurts allot and ive been to the bathroom and found blood in my stools , is this anything to worry about or cause for concern ?!
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Yes, blood in stool is serious condition, and you should definitely consult gastroenterologist for this. Blood in stool can cause anemia (low hemoglobin level) and this anemia can cause breathlessness and chest pain. So better to consult gastroenterologist and get done 1. Complete blood count (CBC) to know hemoglobin level 2. Lower GI (gastrointestinal) copy for the search of bleeding site. If hemoglobin is very low then you might need blood transfusion and iron tablets. Also get done chest x-ray to rule out lung related cause for breathlessness and pain. Don't worry, you will be alright. First diagnose yourself and then start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.