Understanding Symptoms: Could It Be Colon Cancer?
No abdominal pain? I would like to ask if there is no visible blood in the stool, but there is blood when wiping after a bowel movement, without any pain in the anus, abdomen, or stomach. The stool is somewhat muddy and a darker yellow-brown color. Bowel movements occur once in t...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Dear Mr. T-Wei: It is not possible to make a definitive diagnosis at this time. You may first undergo a flexible sigmoidoscopy (which is simple and painless) to confirm that there is no cancer, and then continue with medication for monitoring. We can discuss whether to proceed wi...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms: Could It Be Colon Cancer?
Understanding Esophageal Achalasia Surgery: Risks, Recovery, and Hospital Options
Surgery for Esophageal Achalasia Currently, I have esophageal stricture. Will there be any complications after surgery for esophageal achalasia? Will there be esophageal reflux? Will it affect daily life? How many days do I need to stay in the hospital for the surgery? Which hosp...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello Stanley, esophageal achalasia surgery may lead to gastroesophageal reflux, and some endoscopic myotomy procedures are typically combined with anti-reflux surgery to prevent the occurrence of acid reflux symptoms. For information on potential postoperative complications, it ...[Read More] Understanding Esophageal Achalasia Surgery: Risks, Recovery, and Hospital Options
Understanding Digestive Discomfort: Symptoms and Diagnosis Tips
I have been feeling unwell lately? Hello, doctor: During the New Year period, I ate more than usual. Since around February 10th, I feel like even a normal meal portion (like a bento box) makes me feel almost full to the throat, similar to the feeling of being overly full during t...
Dr. Zhang Siyuan Reply:
Dear Nick, Your symptom description is very clear. Based on the information provided, it appears to be an issue related to the upper gastrointestinal tract, particularly abnormal gastric motility. The slow motility may lead to a relative decrease in the contents received by the ...[Read More] Understanding Digestive Discomfort: Symptoms and Diagnosis Tips
Understanding Gastroesophageal Reflux: Symptoms and Solutions
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Hello doctor, I have been experiencing persistent acid reflux. After eating, I often feel dizzy, nauseous, and uncomfortable. Sometimes, I also have a sour taste that comes up with my burps. I try to eat less, but I still feel unwell. At tim...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello Ms. Meow: The symptoms of acid reflux are related to one's constitution and dietary habits. It is advisable to eat smaller, more frequent meals, and to reduce sweet and acidic foods. If necessary, medication can be added for control, and only then should an endoscopy b...[Read More] Understanding Gastroesophageal Reflux: Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding the Sensation of a Foreign Body in the Throat
Sensation of a foreign body in the throat Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been feeling something unusual in my throat; sometimes it feels like there's something stuck in there, but the sensation disappears while I'm eating. I only experience this foreign body sensati...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello Ms. Eva: The sensation of a foreign body can be caused by acid reflux and stress. Medication can be taken for treatment, and it is important to relax and maintain a normal routine. If necessary, please visit an otolaryngology and gastroenterology clinic for further examinat...[Read More] Understanding the Sensation of a Foreign Body in the Throat
Understanding Stomach Issues: When to Consider a Gastroscopy
Poor stomach health? Hello, doctor. A year ago, I had issues with excessive stomach acid and acid reflux, but after taking medication, it improved. However, for the past six months, I often eat a lot during meals, yet I frequently feel very hungry. Two hours after eating, I start...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello Ms. Yaya: It is recommended to continue medication and adjust your diet (small, frequent meals, at regular times and portions). If there is no improvement, an endoscopy may be considered. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian[Read More] Understanding Stomach Issues: When to Consider a Gastroscopy
Exploring Alternatives: Understanding Liver and Gastrointestinal Issues
Options Beyond Medical Treatment Hello Dr. Chen, I am 155 cm tall and two years ago I weighed 47 kg, but now I weigh 43 kg. I have severe back pain (possibly due to prolonged sitting at the computer) and edema (my legs swell during the week and my eyelids swell on weekends). I ha...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Dear Ms. LS: Please visit the Department of Hepatobiliary and Gastroenterology to assess your condition and receive further treatment. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Sincerely, Chen Shidian.[Read More] Exploring Alternatives: Understanding Liver and Gastrointestinal Issues
Managing Diet for Gastroesophageal Reflux: What to Eat and Avoid
Diet for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Hello Dr. Lin, I had an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy a few days ago, and the result showed gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The doctor mentioned it is at stage two. I'm not quite sure how serious this is. Regarding m...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
1. The second stage involves the classification of esophageal mucosal damage due to gastroesophageal reflux as observed through endoscopy. Stages three and four are more severe; however, the classification observed during endoscopy does not necessarily correlate with the severity...[Read More] Managing Diet for Gastroesophageal Reflux: What to Eat and Avoid
Is It Acid Reflux? Understanding Your Stomach Discomfort
Is it gastroesophageal reflux? Hello doctor, I have recently been experiencing a burning sensation in my stomach, which is accompanied by discomfort and a feeling of nausea (especially after eating greasy foods, like fried items). Sometimes, I also eat before going to bed.
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
The main symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a burning sensation in the chest. It is recommended to adjust lifestyle habits by reducing the intake of greasy foods, chocolate, coffee, cola, alcohol, and quitting smoking. Avoid eating for two hours before bedtime a...[Read More] Is It Acid Reflux? Understanding Your Stomach Discomfort
Understanding Bloating: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Bloating Hello, Deputy Director... I have issues with gastrointestinal dysmotility. For the past month, I've been experiencing bloating in my stomach, but there is no acid reflux; I just feel the gas build up and release it. It's hard for me to describe! Every time I ea...
Dr. Cai Yaozhou Reply:
It is likely a peptic ulcer, and it is recommended to undergo an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. Symptoms of peptic ulcers: The most typical symptom is pain in the upper abdomen when hungry, which is temporarily relieved after eating. Some patients may even wake up at night due...[Read More] Understanding Bloating: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Digestive Discomfort: Causes and Remedies
Stomach discomfort? Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I had dinner before starting work at 6 PM, but around 10 or 11 PM, I started feeling some pain in my stomach after digestion. Is this abnormal? For the past few days, if I eat a bit more for dinner, I feel somewhat indigested, an...
Dr. Cai Yaozhou Reply:
The primary examination is endoscopy. Its purpose is to exclude other potential upper gastrointestinal diseases that the patient may have, as some symptoms of tumors and peptic ulcers often overlap with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), making it difficult to accurately dif...[Read More] Understanding Digestive Discomfort: Causes and Remedies
Understanding Abdominal Discomfort: Possible Causes and Solutions
Abdominal discomfort? Hello, doctor. For the past week or two, I've been feeling very uncomfortable in my abdomen, often experiencing belching and a sensation of nausea. My chest feels a bit tight, as if there's gas rising up, which I believe may be due to acid reflux. ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Dear Mr. Ken, You may first visit the gastroenterology outpatient clinic for an initial examination and take medication. If there is no improvement, further evaluation with an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy can be performed to check for peptic ulcers, along with dietary adjus...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Discomfort: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Your Digestive Discomfort: Is It Acid Reflux?
Could you please provide more context or content for translation? Hello Dr. Lin: I would like to ask about occasional feelings of gastric discomfort, sometimes accompanied by a sensation of something in my throat. At times, when I lie down to sleep, I feel like something is risin...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: It is possible that you are experiencing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which can lead to gastritis due to indigestion. It is advisable to avoid irritating foods, as overly sweet, sour, or spicy foods, as well as smoking and alcohol consumption, can increase gastr...[Read More] Understanding Your Digestive Discomfort: Is It Acid Reflux?
Understanding Gastrointestinal Discomfort: Symptoms and Solutions
I have gastrointestinal discomfort? Hello Dr. Lin, I used to suffer from constipation frequently, but for the past two months, I have been experiencing abdominal cramping, diarrhea, nausea, and a sensation of acid reflux shortly after eating. Sometimes, I also experience stomach...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: If you have black stools, you should suspect possible upper gastrointestinal bleeding. If you have been experiencing frequent abdominal pain and nausea over the past two months, it is advisable to seek medical attention and arrange for appropriate examinations to check for...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Discomfort: Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding Stomach Ulcers: Causes, Treatments, and Pain Management
Gastrointestinal issues Last month, I underwent an endoscopy, and the result was a gastric ulcer. The doctor prescribed me Lanpo Capsules 30mg. I feel that taking this medication sometimes causes pain, and sometimes it doesn't, but recently it has been consistently painful. ...
Dr. Cai Yaozhou Reply:
See a doctor as soon as possible: Lanpo indications: gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, in combination with antibiotic treatment for Helicobacter pylori-related peptic ulcers. Lanpo action: inhibits gastric acid se...[Read More] Understanding Stomach Ulcers: Causes, Treatments, and Pain Management
Understanding Recent Stomach Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Recently, I have been experiencing stomach pain? Hello, I have been experiencing stomach pain lately and have a habit of eating late-night snacks, consuming amounts similar to my main meals. Recently, I often drink iced tea (sweetened) and iced yogurt on an empty stomach. I have ...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: 1. Your symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux raise the suspicion of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD is related to dietary habits; late-night snacks, fried high-fat foods, spicy foods, and being overweight can all affect the lower esophageal sphincter, leadi...[Read More] Understanding Recent Stomach Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Acid Reflux: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Acid reflux belching? Hello, I would like to describe my symptoms. Initially, I experienced shortness of breath, so I sought treatment at a traditional Chinese medicine clinic. The practitioner diagnosed me with scoliosis and pneumothorax, and I underwent spinal adjustments there...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it is possible that you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). I recommend eating smaller, more frequent meals and avoiding sweet, greasy foods, alcohol, coffee, and strong tea. If there is no improvement, you may consult a physician or vis...[Read More] Understanding Acid Reflux: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Managing Acid Reflux During Pregnancy: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) caused by pregnancy? Hello Doctor: I am 31 weeks pregnant. I experienced severe morning sickness, which stopped after four and a half months of pregnancy. However, after eating, I often feel discomfort in my throat and have the sensation tha...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Dear Melody, It's quite rare to experience vomiting and gastroesophageal reflux symptoms during pregnancy. If you are in the later stages of your pregnancy, you may consult an obstetrician about using safe medications for your stomach, and it's advisable to eat small,...[Read More] Managing Acid Reflux During Pregnancy: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Best Over-the-Counter Remedies for Sudden Stomach Pain and Nausea
Stomach pain with vomiting? Last night, my stomach was continuously uncomfortable but not painful, and I didn't have a cold. Around 3 AM, I started experiencing stomach pain, and by 5 AM, I felt a soreness in my throat, which led to vomiting. I have had bloating and stomach ...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello: If you experience stomach pain in the middle of the night, eating a little something or taking an antacid may help. This could be indicative of a duodenal ulcer, which often presents with acid reflux and a burning sensation in the chest, possibly due to gastroesophageal re...[Read More] Best Over-the-Counter Remedies for Sudden Stomach Pain and Nausea
Understanding Right Upper Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Occasional sharp pain in the upper right abdomen? Hello Doctor: I am 21 years old and still a student, with a smoking habit. I often feel like there is air trapped in my chest, and I need to exert effort to expel it, which becomes worse after eating, and I also experience acid re...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, Meow Meow: 1. Please maintain a regular schedule and engage in moderate exercise. 2. For any related pain, please seek medical examination to rule out other potential causes (most likely neuromuscular pain). Wishing you health and happiness, Chen Shidian, Changhua H...[Read More] Understanding Right Upper Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions