Dr. Chen Qifeng reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology Question - Page 14

Vomiting and diarrhea? Yesterday for breakfast, I had a cup of juice and toast, for lunch I had pasta, and I didn't eat dinner. That seemed normal. Around 10 PM, I felt some abdominal bloating, but I didn't think much of it and went to sleep. However, I was awakened aro...

Bowel issues - Color of stool and toilet water? Hello Dr. Chen, I’m not sure when this situation started, but I only began to notice it particularly in the last few days. After having a bowel movement, the stool is yellow-brown and granular, but the toilet water has a faint pink ...

I would like to inquire about stage II colorectal cancer? Because my friend suddenly underwent surgery without informing the family (due to signing a waiver), and the patient did not explain clearly, only mentioning that surgery was done, I want to ask if the tumors removed durin...

Gastric ulcer bleeding What foods are better to eat for bleeding gastric ulcers? My grandfather has a gastric tumor and is undergoing chemotherapy. Recently, he was found to have a bleeding gastric ulcer. Family members mentioned that the doctor advised him to eat nutritious food...

Got got ALP exceeds the standard? Hello, I recently had a postpartum check-up two and a half months after delivery. My blood test results showed GOT 43, GPT 46 (normal range is in the 30s), and ALP 100 (normal range is 98). Abdominal ultrasound was normal, and all other blood tes...

Prolonged gastrointestinal motility abnormalities and bowel sounds? Hello doctor, my condition has been ongoing for about two months. Whenever I lie down at night, my stomach makes continuous noises, but this does not happen during the day. Sometimes I feel a tightening sensation...

Is a tumor equivalent to stomach cancer? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask if a tumor is equivalent to stomach cancer or if there is a correlation? Can abdominal ultrasound be used for diagnosis? If the stool does not appear dark or black, can gastrointestinal diseases be ruled o...

Thrombus ligation wound? Hello Dr. Chen, I have a thrombosis about the size of a tapioca pearl in my anus. I went to the hospital on February 21 of this year to get a stool softener because there are not many colorectal surgeons in my rural area; they are all referred from the ma...

Blood clots in stool? Hello Doctor, a few days ago I had a tooth extraction and took painkillers for three days. On the day of the extraction, I noticed fresh blood in my stool, but I didn't think much of it at the time. By the third day, I was still passing fresh blood, so ...

There is always a cool sensation in the esophagus? Hello Doctor: Since February of this year, I have been experiencing a cool sensation in my nasal cavity, similar to the feeling after consuming mint candy, which has become quite uncomfortable. Wearing a mask does not help. I vis...

Gastrointestinal issues Hello Doctor: I exercise at least four to five days a week (aerobic exercise and walking) for about an hour each time, and I eat a lot of fruits and vegetables, but I am experiencing severe bloating and constipation. Last March, I underwent laparoscopic to...

Continuing from consultation 134027, I apologize for bothering you again regarding my gastrointestinal issues? Hello, doctor. I apologize for bothering you again. In my previous consultation with Dr. 134027, you mentioned that the dysfunction syndrome refers to the gastrointestin...

Hemorrhoids and anal fissures? -----Symptom History------ Six years ago, I experienced bloody stools with a strong odor. I visited a doctor, took stool softeners, and changed my diet, which resolved the issue within a week. Two years ago, due to irregular eating and sleeping habi...

Complex symptoms, I kindly ask the doctor to take the time to respond. Thank you? Hello, Doctor. First, I would like to apologize. Although I have already been examined, my symptoms have persisted for several months, so there may be multiple issues. I appreciate your time in resp...

Stool becomes thin? Hello doctor, recently my stools have started to become thinner (within the past week). During the winter break, my stools were normal in width, about 2-3 centimeters, and there was no blood. However, since school started, I have occasionally noticed blood whe...

There is a hard mass in the lower right abdomen, accompanied by pain in the lower abdomen? Ten days ago, I experienced lower abdominal pain and consulted a doctor at a clinic. The doctor prescribed medication, which seemed to alleviate the pain, but it later returned. I then soug...

Right upper quadrant pain? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing pain in the upper right abdomen, specifically on the side, as well as pain below the right rib and to the right of the navel, for the past one and a half months after eating (regardless of what I eat). The pain is...

Do I need to have another colonoscopy? Hello, doctor! I previously underwent a colonoscopy on June 26, 2017, due to blood in my stool. The report indicated that everything was normal with no polyps, but I had hemorrhoids. Since then, I have occasionally noticed blood on the toile...

Bloating and discomfort in the abdomen with vomiting? I had dinner last night and also ate some fried food. At the time, I didn't feel uncomfortable, but I woke up at 4 AM and vomited twice, almost bringing up all the fried food. I couldn't eat much for breakfast, and w...

Bowel movements after polyp removal? Hello, doctor. Last Friday, I underwent a colonoscopy at Taoyuan Hospital to remove polyps. Since then, I have been experiencing continuous bowel sounds, and my stools have mostly been mushy or thin. On the first day after the procedure, I not...