Abdominal ultrasound, Gastroenterology and Hepatology FAQ - Page 5

I would like to inquire about gallbladder dilation? The ultrasound report states that the common bile duct is not dilated, and there are findings of moderate gallbladder polyps and gallbladder cholesterosis. However, the CT report indicates moderate distension of the gallbladder,...

Digestive and bowel issues? I have noticed that my stool has been dark brown, almost black, over the past few days. On Monday, it was very thick and hard, and the next day it became more pellet-like with a lighter color. Today, I also had pellet-like stools but simultaneously pas...

Abdominal pain with normal test results? Hello, doctor. Since November 11, I have been experiencing abdominal pain when bending over, particularly with certain movements that put pressure on my abdomen. Specifically, I feel a sudden sharp pain on the left side of my abdomen (near...

Questions about liver nodules? Three months prior to the company health check, I was following up on a 0.5 cm gallbladder polyp at a gastroenterology clinic, and no other issues were found. During the company health check, it was noted that the gallbladder polyp had increased to ...

Gallbladder polyps / Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing long-term gastroesophageal reflux issues, and in the past few weeks, I have started to feel bloated and have stomach acid discomfort. I returned for a follow-up appointment, and alt...

Abdominal discomfort lasting for three to four months? Hello doctor, I usually experience abdominal pain that lasts no longer than 3 to 6 seconds, similar to a sudden punch. However, the location varies; sometimes it's between my stomach and chest, sometimes in the left uppe...

Ultrasound examination I would like to ask about my baby, who is almost four months old. This week, we went to the hospital for an abdominal ultrasound, and the results indicated that there is a bit of excess gas. The doctor prescribed medication for gas relief, but there hasn&#x...

It has been two months since the appendectomy? Hello Dr. Lin, I have some health concerns that I would like to discuss with you. On August 3rd, I underwent an appendectomy at Min-Sheng Hospital on Jingguo Road in Taoyuan and was hospitalized for four days. After being discharge...

Mild hepatic parenchymal fibrosis I would like to ask the doctor about the abdominal ultrasound examination during a health check-up, which revealed mild hepatic parenchymal fibrosis, but liver function tests are normal. Should I go for a follow-up outpatient examination? Is fibr...

Left lower abdominal distension? Hello Doctor, I have been feeling a sense of heaviness and bloating in my lower left abdomen since mid-October. A few days later, I experienced cramping pain in my intestines and had diarrhea for a day or two. I visited a clinic, and the doctor di...

Abdominal ultrasound Hello, my mother underwent an ultrasound examination, and the results were unclear. The interpretation of the imaging report on the National Health Insurance app is difficult to understand, so I would like to inquire about any important points to note. Thank ...

Total bilirubin 1.3? Hello, Dr. Lin! My total bilirubin level is 1.3, which is slightly above the normal value of 1.2, but my GOT level is 14 and GPT level is 8, both of which are normal. Is this related to anemia? My hemoglobin level is 10.6. Thank you for taking the time to res...

Gallbladder polyp enlargement? Hello, doctor. During my company's health check-up last November, an abdominal ultrasound revealed multiple gallbladder polyps, with the largest measuring 0.3 cm. This year, the ultrasound showed the largest polyp measuring 0.38 cm, indicating ...

GPT/LDH levels are low, gallbladder polyp: 0.3/0.38 cm? Hello Dr. Chen, in the past two years, my company's health check reports show: GPT: 7 (normal range 10-40 U/L) and LDH: 91 (normal range 106-207 U/L), with both values remaining the same over the two years. An abdominal...

Elevated total bilirubin? Hello Dr. Tsai! Recently, I have been experiencing a dull pain in my upper right abdomen, and I'm unsure if it is nerve or muscle pain, so I went to the hospital for an examination. The test results are as follows: Creatinine "1.13" mg/dL,...

Left lower abdominal pain for more than a month? Left lower abdominal pain, persistent hiccups throughout the day. After several visits to a small clinic without improvement, I ended up in the emergency room and was hospitalized for four days. Initially, I experienced low blood p...

Pancreatic nodule This week, my family medicine doctor told me that there is something in my pancreas. In September, the gastroenterologist performed an abdominal ultrasound and mentioned that there is a nodule in the pancreas that needs to be monitored. Is there a possibility th...

Right abdominal dull and sharp pain for almost a month? One night, I was suddenly awakened by what seemed to be acute gastroenteritis, experiencing vomiting and fever. The next morning, I saw a doctor and felt some improvement. However, after a few days, my symptoms worsened. Ini...

Pancreatic issues Doctor, may I ask: sometimes I experience dull pain on the left side of my navel; could this be related to the pancreas? My bowel movements are often soft (normal yellow color), and sometimes I have soft stools followed by loose stools. During my last abdominal ...

There are small traces of blood in the stool? Hello, Doctor! Occasionally in the morning, I experience stomach discomfort and diarrhea, but it usually resolves immediately after using the restroom. At other times, my bowel movements are normal without diarrhea. A few months ago, ...