Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Seek emergency care for:
Severe or rapidly worsening abdominal pain or swelling
A hard or very tender abdomen
Heavy rectal bleeding or black stools
Trouble breathing, chest pain, fainting or new confusion
Signs of severe dehydration, such as very little urine or inability to stay awake
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Contact your healthcare team promptly for recurrent watery diarrhea, fever, worsening cramps, ongoing vomiting or difficulty drinking.
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
Questions about diet, mild temporary gas or routine follow-up can usually wait for normal clinic hours.
Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Fecal microbiota transplant. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.