Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Fecal abnormalities refer to any unusual changes in your stool's color, shape, texture, or contents. You may notice blood, mucus, pus, or stools that are too hard or too loose. Physicians often assign the ICD-10 code K92.8 for -other fecal abnormalities- when no specific diagnosis applies.
He reviews your stool changes (color, shape, consistency), diet, medications, family history, and risk factors. A focused abdominal and anorectal exam checks for tenderness, masses, hemorrhoids, or fissures.
We perform a fecal occult blood test to detect hidden bleeding and a stool culture (including ova & parasites) to identify infectious causes.
For complex motility or functional issues, we may order anorectal manometry or colonic transit studies to assess bowel movement patterns.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Black, tarry stool (melena) often indicates bleeding in the upper GI tract (stomach or small intestine). Iron supplements or bismuth medicines can also darken stool.
A positive result can signal hidden bleeding. You should follow up with your doctor for colonoscopy or other diagnostics to identify the cause.
The code K92.8 is used for -other fecal abnormalities- when no more specific code applies to your stool changes.
You'll need to follow a clear-liquid diet the day before and take prescribed bowel prep solutions to fully cleanse your colon.
Yes. Increasing fiber, staying hydrated, and adding probiotics often improve stool consistency and gut health.
Most aren-t. However, it's important to rule out serious conditions'like GI bleeding or cancer-through proper testing.
Many patients notice improvement within a few days of starting diet changes, hydration, and medications as prescribed.
Yes. Hemorrhoids or anal fissures can cause visible bleeding, leading to positive stool-blood tests or red streaks on the stool.
It's a general term used when changes in your stool (color, consistency, contents) don-t fit a more specific diagnosis.
Most health plans cover necessary stool tests, imaging, colonoscopies, and treatments. Always verify benefits with your provider.
