Understanding Liver Blisters: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
There are blisters on the liver? Hello Doctor: I have a question I would like to ask you. What are the causes of blisters on the liver, and what discomfort or symptoms can they cause in the body? Additionally, there is a trend in the market regarding "blood therapy" and...
Dr. Chen Zhiping reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Hello: The formation of liver cysts is usually caused by the dilation of the bile ducts, but they are not connected to the biliary system, resulting in independent fluid-filled sacs. These are mostly congenital and benign lesions that do not cause discomfort. However, some cysts ...[Read More] Understanding Liver Blisters: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Is Your Gut Too Straight? Understanding Digestive Health Concerns
Is the intestine too straight? Hello Dr. Chen, I have a rather unpleasant question. There is more than a 50% chance that the food I consume is expelled intact, for example, watermelon seeds or vegetables (which have already been cooked). Could it be that my intestines are too str...
Dr. Chen Zhiping reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Hello: May I ask if you are experiencing diarrhea? Or is there rapid intestinal peristalsis? Have you ever undergone intestinal resection surgery? Are you experiencing malnutrition or weight loss? How long have these symptoms persisted? It is important to know these details. If y...[Read More] Is Your Gut Too Straight? Understanding Digestive Health Concerns
Feeling a Lump in My Throat: Gastrointestinal Concerns Explained
I have a foreign body sensation in my throat! Recently, I have been feeling like there is something stuck in my throat for over a week! I went to see an otolaryngologist, and they said everything is fine! It feels like I can't even burp! Previously, this issue triggered arrh...
Dr. Chen Zhiping reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Hello: Do you experience symptoms such as chest burning, acid reflux, or chest pain? Sometimes unexplained throat pain, hoarseness, or wheezing may be caused by acid reflux into the esophagus. Of course, it can also stem from conditions affecting the esophagus itself, such as con...[Read More] Feeling a Lump in My Throat: Gastrointestinal Concerns Explained
Understanding Upper Abdominal Bloating: Causes and Solutions
Upper abdominal bloating Hello doctor, I have bloating in my upper abdomen that sometimes makes it feel like a balloon, but it doesn't hurt. It's just very bothersome because I'm quite thin, yet my stomach is bloated like a balloon. My bowel movements are not regul...
Dr. Chen Zhiping reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Hello: Regarding your abdominal bloating, is it a long-term issue, recurrent, or has it just started recently? If it is the former and is accompanied by bowel irregularities, such as small, fragmented stools at times and diarrhea at others, it is more indicative of functional dis...[Read More] Understanding Upper Abdominal Bloating: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Constipation and Anal Growth: When to Seek Medical Help
I'm sorry, but I need the content you would like me Hello, doctor... I would like to ask you some questions, and I appreciate your answers... I have been experiencing constipation, and sometimes when I have a bowel movement, a small lump appears at the anus. It is not very p...
Dr. Chen Zhiping reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Hello: The situation you mentioned may be due to constipation, which causes the blood vessels around the anus to become engorged, leading to hemorrhoids. The presence of hard stools and straining during bowel movements can cause the hemorrhoids to rupture, resulting in fresh bloo...[Read More] Understanding Constipation and Anal Growth: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding the Schedule for Hepatitis B Vaccine Doses
Hepatitis B vaccine The second dose of the hepatitis B vaccine should be administered at least one month after the first dose, and the third dose should be given at least two months after the second dose. Therefore, if your second dose was on February 14, the third dose should be...
Dr. Chen Zhiping reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Hello: There should be a 5-month interval between the second and third doses. This is a response from Dr. Chen Zhiping, Gastroenterology Department, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding the Schedule for Hepatitis B Vaccine Doses
Persistent Belching After Eating: Is It a Sign of Stomach Issues?
Persistent cough? I have been experiencing continuous burping whenever I eat, and it has been going on for about three months. Could this indicate a problem with my stomach?
Dr. Chen Zhiping reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Hiccups are caused by the diaphragm, located between the chest and abdomen, being stimulated and contracting violently, which increases abdominal pressure and expels air from the stomach. This is often triggered by irritation to the stomach (such as spicy foods, carbonated bevera...[Read More] Persistent Belching After Eating: Is It a Sign of Stomach Issues?
Understanding Digestive Issues: Constipation, Diarrhea, and Bloating
Recently Recently, for about three weeks, my bowel movements have been irregular. At first, I experienced constipation for two to three days (passing thin or pellet-like stools in small amounts), followed by a day of diarrhea. I also often feel bloated or experience abdominal pai...
Dr. Chen Zhiping reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Hello, if your bowel habits have been normal in the past and have recently changed without improvement for a period of time, it is important to first rule out any underlying organ diseases. Additionally, we need to consider whether you have other symptoms such as blood in the sto...[Read More] Understanding Digestive Issues: Constipation, Diarrhea, and Bloating
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Symptoms, Recovery, and When to Seek Help
At a loss? Dear Dr. Chen, 1. I started experiencing abdominal pain at 11 PM on April 4th. On the morning of April 5th, in addition to the ongoing abdominal pain, I vomited twice and had a small amount of soft stool. The doctor diagnosed me with viral gastroenteritis, and after r...
Dr. Chen Zhiping reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Hello, in response to your questions, here are the answers: 1. Viral gastroenteritis, often referred to as "stomach flu," typically involves infections from rotavirus or other viruses. In addition to gastrointestinal symptoms, it may present with respiratory symptoms o...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Symptoms, Recovery, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Stomach Issues: Ulcers, Gastric Damage, and Digestive Health
Gastric ulcer? Gastric mucosal injury? (Additional!!!!!) Hello Dr. Chen, Last July, I participated in a company trip to Taitung, where I experienced food poisoning due to unclean food. During the first two days of illness, I vomited more than ten times and showed signs of dehyd...
Dr. Chen Zhiping reply Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Hello: Regarding your symptoms, such as occasional stomach pain, indigestion, postprandial regurgitation, acid reflux, and severe abdominal bloating, it is first recommended that you seek medical attention to arrange for an endoscopy or upper gastrointestinal imaging to confirm o...[Read More] Understanding Stomach Issues: Ulcers, Gastric Damage, and Digestive Health