Dr. Chen Qifeng reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology Question - Page 7

Ingested bone? If a person swallows a bone, it is unlikely to be digested by the body. Bones are composed of calcium and other minerals, which are not digestible. There is a possibility that the bone could cause injury or perforation to the stomach or intestines, leading to serio...

Elevated total bilirubin? Hello doctor, the company's health check report shows a total bilirubin level of 2.8 mg/dL and a direct bilirubin level of 0.2 mg/dL, which is elevated. The abdominal ultrasound is normal, with mild fatty liver and a 0.4 cm stone in the right kidney...

Persistent hiccups for an extended period? For about three to four months, I have been experiencing intermittent hiccups, as if there is gas in my gastrointestinal tract. It gets worse after drinking water or eating. My stools are ribbon-like, with a bumpy surface resembling a pe...

Internal hemorrhoid bleeding Hello, doctor: Can warm water baths alleviate the swelling and discomfort of hemorrhoids, and is sitz bathing suitable for internal hemorrhoid bleeding as well? Additionally, what is the optimal temperature for warm water baths?

Accidental ingestion of chicken bones? This morning, I ate a piece of fried chicken that was leftover from yesterday. When I swallowed it, I felt a sharp sensation in my throat, but I swallowed it anyway. After that, I didn't experience any further issues. Do I need to go to...

Esophageal stricture and gastric distension issues? Hello Doctor: Recently, I experienced significant side effects from medication, leading to a week of severe nausea, during which I couldn't eat and lost about 5 kilograms. The medication has been stopped, and while the naus...

Rectal bleeding Hello, doctor. Two days ago and today, I experienced rectal bleeding. The first time I had rectal bleeding was about a few months ago, and I thought it was hemorrhoids. After visiting a clinic, the doctor said that at my young age, it was unlikely to be hemorrhoid...

Could you please provide more details about the issue of bloating? Hello, since I tend to experience bloating and have slow digestion, I've seen recommendations online suggesting that walking after meals can aid digestion. However, I've come across two different opinion...

For abdominal issues, you should consult a gastroenterologist? Hello, doctor. I recently underwent a circumcision surgery, and it has been exactly one month since the procedure. Before the surgery, everything was normal, and the doctor checked the wound and found no issues. Howev...

Abdominal issues? Hello doctor, for the past two weeks, I have been experiencing a dull pain in my lower left abdomen and left bladder. I have a bowel movement once a day, and the stool is yellowish-brown, sometimes loose and sometimes formed. My appetite is normal, and there hav...

Upper abdominal issues? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my symptoms. After every meal, I feel a lot of discomfort and bloating in my upper abdomen, and when I overeat, I often experience phlegm and nasal discharge. Could this be gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? Add...

Bowel movement issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about occasional constipation. Sometimes, at the beginning, there is a small piece that appears whitish in color, but the rest has a normal color. This doesn't happen every day; sometimes before I experience constipati...

Hepatitis C testing issues? I would like to consult a physician. Previously, while working in obstetrics and gynecology, I often handled specimens involving blood and HPV bodily fluids. An incident occurred where my injured hand came into contact with a specimen. I immediately ri...

Questions related to food poisoning? I'm sorry to disturb you, doctor. Today, while eating turkey rice with sweet potato leaves, I unexpectedly found a noticeable pink unknown sticky residue on my chopsticks. I'm worried that it might be undercooked meat or something st...

Constantly feeling sleepy? Hello doctor, I often feel very sleepy and after getting enough sleep, I want to sleep again in about 3 hours. I sleep more than 7 hours every day, but sometimes when I go to bed too late, I wake up feeling nauseous and wanting to vomit. What could be c...

Gastrointestinal issues Hello Doctor: In recent months, I have been experiencing various ailments, and I'm unsure if they are due to stress or if there are actual health issues. I have been feeling dizzy and suffering from severe headaches, often accompanied by a strong desi...

Is it hemorrhoids? If so, are there any methods other than surgery? After I have a bowel movement, I wash my butt with water because I’m afraid that wiping might hurt it. Sometimes I check the condition of my stool, and there is no blood. However, I also check my anus (using my p...

Gastroesophageal reflux, nausea, loose stools, and excessive flatulence? Hello doctor, since I had a severe cold, I haven't fully recovered and have been feeling a sensation of something stuck in my throat. I went to see an otolaryngologist who performed an endoscopy and dia...

Right abdominal distension? Hello Dr. Chen, Chief complaint: At the end of 2017, one night during sleep, I experienced a sensation of trapped gas that I could not expel. That night, I forced myself to pass gas approximately four times. The next day, the sensation of trapped gas ...

The anus may discharge fecal fluid? Hello Doctor: Since early February, I have been experiencing some pain in my anus (I have bowel movements daily). From February 6 to February 15, I started to notice a discharge from my anus (with a fecal odor). Occasionally, after a bowel move...