Which Specialist Should You See for Persistent Belching?
Belching issues Hello: I have been experiencing frequent burping lately. If I need to see a doctor, which of the following specialties would be more appropriate: Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, or Family Medicine?
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: You can consult a gastroenterologist for an evaluation. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Which Specialist Should You See for Persistent Belching?
Understanding White Mucus After Bowel Movements: Causes and Solutions
After bowel movements, I often notice white mucus in the toilet? Hello, Doctor Yang. I have been experiencing long-term gastrointestinal issues, such as constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and belching. About a week ago, I noticed that after each bowel movement, when I prepare to f...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, Hello. You can first consult a gastroenterologist to evaluate your symptoms. If any tests are needed, the doctor will arrange them. If you are concerned about the endoscopic examination, a sedated gastroscopy can be arranged. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding White Mucus After Bowel Movements: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Bloating and Gas: Causes of Burping and Blood in Stool
When eating or drinking, gas may rise from the stomach to the mouth? Hello Doctor: During the New Year, I remember feeling very bloated all day, and then when I got home at night to have a bowel movement, I expelled a large amount of blood, but it didn't hurt. After that, I ...
Dr. Cai Jinji Reply:
It is recommended to visit a hospital for a detailed consultation and examination by a physician to determine the specific issue.[Read More] Understanding Bloating and Gas: Causes of Burping and Blood in Stool
Understanding Oral Gas Expulsion: Causes and Treatment Options
Experiencing discomfort and distress from flatulence in the mouth? Hello Dr. Chen: I have been experiencing flatulence for two months now. During this time, I have consulted both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine. The Chinese medicine doctor suggested that I might...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
If gastrointestinal, liver, gallbladder, and thoracic issues have been ruled out, then it may be idiopathic belching, and the only option left would be medication adjustment.[Read More] Understanding Oral Gas Expulsion: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Belching: Is It a Gastrointestinal Issue?
Belching Hello doctor, I occasionally experience belching after meals, and sometimes I have a sour taste in my mouth even when I'm fasting. This has been ongoing for over a month. My stomach doesn't feel bloated, but I do experience a feeling of tightness and pain in my...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: It is possible that you are experiencing gastroesophageal reflux. If you consume tea, coffee, soda, chocolate, sweets, glutinous rice products, high-fat/high-protein foods, have a habit of overeating, smoke, drink alcohol, or chew betel nut/gum, it is advisable to avoid th...[Read More] Understanding Belching: Is It a Gastrointestinal Issue?
Digestive Issues: Should I Take Digestive Enzymes or Probiotics?
Bowel and digestive issues? I have been troubled by intestinal issues from middle school to college. I often experience bloating, belching, and flatulence, which is often foul-smelling. My bowel movements have also been a concern. I consulted a gastroenterologist who diagnosed me...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Digestive enzymes or probiotics may be helpful. However, dietary adjustments are fundamental; reduce oil, dairy, and spicy foods, moderately decrease meat intake, and increase the consumption of fruits and vegetables, while limiting gas-producing foods. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Digestive Issues: Should I Take Digestive Enzymes or Probiotics?
Understanding Esophageal and Gastric Junction Pain: When to Seek Further Care
The junction between the esophagus and the stomach? Four years ago, I had an endoscopy that revealed gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) caused by medication, which was subsequently treated. Now, I am experiencing epigastric pain at the junction of the esophagus and stomach. T...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Stomach milk can also effectively improve symptoms. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition that is prone to recurrence; in addition to medication, diet and lifestyle adjustments are also necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Esophageal and Gastric Junction Pain: When to Seek Further Care
Persistent Hiccups After Fasting: What Could Be Wrong?
Even without eating, I keep hiccuping? Hello, doctor. I once went 24 hours without eating and suddenly started hiccuping continuously. Each episode lasted about 5 to 8 minutes, with intervals of less than 25 minutes between them. Before I began eating, I experienced about four ep...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
There are many causes of hiccups, which are generally triggered by irritation of the phrenic nerve that innervates the diaphragm. It is advisable to pay attention to dietary habits, such as reducing the intake of carbonated beverages and avoiding eating too quickly, as bloating a...[Read More] Persistent Hiccups After Fasting: What Could Be Wrong?
Understanding Chronic Gastritis, IBS, and Colorectal Cancer Symptoms
Gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), colorectal cancer? Hello Doctor: I have a long-standing condition of chronic gastritis, and you have previously suspected the possibility of irritable bowel syndrome. Symptoms such as belching and burping have persisted for quite some ti...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: In terms of age, the likelihood of you developing colorectal cancer is quite low. My suggestion is to adjust your lifestyle, manage stress, and improve your dietary habits, along with engaging in regular exercise. However, if you experience significant weight loss or recta...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Gastritis, IBS, and Colorectal Cancer Symptoms
Understanding Gastrointestinal Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Advice
Gastrointestinal symptoms Hello doctor, for the past two months, my stool has been varying in thickness, sometimes being thin and occasionally experiencing diarrhea. About a week after my stool started to become thinner, I began to feel discomfort in my lower left abdomen, a dull...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: If the small red spot is blood, it should diffuse into pink water in the toilet. Therefore, you can observe it further. Increase your intake of fruits and vegetables. If the situation does not improve, you may visit a gastroenterologist again for an accurate diagnosis. Cha...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Advice
Left Upper Abdominal Discomfort: Possible Causes and Concerns
Dull discomfort in the upper left abdomen with slight pain upon pressing below the left rib cage? Hello, doctor. After having breakfast on Sunday, I felt a slight pain when pressing under my left rib cage. The next day, I started to feel a dull ache in the upper left abdomen, bet...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Hello, regarding gastrointestinal diseases, the discomfort in that area may be related to gastric issues, but it is usually accompanied by acid reflux or belching. Otherwise, consider chicken muscle membrane pain. Dr. Chen Chi-Feng, Attending Physician, Department of Hepatobiliar...[Read More] Left Upper Abdominal Discomfort: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Changes in Bowel Habits: Causes of Abdominal Pain and Distress
Narrow stools, abdominal pain, and borborygmi? Hello, doctor. For the past two months, my bowel movements have been sometimes thick and sometimes thin, with occasional diarrhea. About a week after my stools started to become thinner, I began to experience discomfort in my lower l...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, sir: Abnormal intestinal motility is also known as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is advisable to maintain a regular diet and portion control, and you may take gastrointestinal medications for adjustment. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian[Read More] Understanding Changes in Bowel Habits: Causes of Abdominal Pain and Distress
Understanding Esophageal Reflux: Managing Symptoms and Treatment Concerns
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Hello Dr. Tsai, I have a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for 10 years and have been regularly seeing a doctor at National Taiwan University Hospital for endoscopies and medication. My symptoms include excessive stomach acid...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: (1) If the reflux improves, esophagitis can be reversible, so it is possible to return to grade A. (2) I believe the so-called "skin breakdown" likely refers to gastritis or duodenitis, which can have many causes, not solely related to antibiotics. (3) If excessi...[Read More] Understanding Esophageal Reflux: Managing Symptoms and Treatment Concerns
Understanding Bloating and Belching: Causes and Treatment Options
Belching and bloating? Hello, doctor. I have recently experienced bowel sounds and sometimes a rush of gas that rises to my throat, causing an itchy sensation in my trachea and a cough reflex. I also occasionally feel the urge to cough after drinking water or eating. I have seen ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: (1) Gastroesophageal reflux can cause stomach acid to flow back into the throat, which may lead to laryngitis or bronchitis in a small number of individuals, resulting in cough or a sensation of a foreign body in the throat. In such cases, a consultation with a gastroenter...[Read More] Understanding Bloating and Belching: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Nausea and Chest Discomfort After Drinking Tea and Soda
Nausea and chest tightness? Hello Dr. Chen, I feel nauseous and have chest tightness whenever I drink tea or soda. In cold weather or when the air quality is poor, I occasionally experience a dry cough and difficulty breathing. Could you please explain what might be wrong with my...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to undergo an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. If there are accompanying symptoms such as acid reflux and belching, the likelihood of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is very high. Sincerely, Dr. Chi-Feng Chen, Attending Physician, Department of Ga...[Read More] Understanding Nausea and Chest Discomfort After Drinking Tea and Soda
Understanding Chronic Bloating: When to Seek Further Medical Evaluation
Chronic abdominal bloating Hello Doctor, for the past six months, I have been experiencing frequent bloating, flatulence, and burping in my lower left abdomen. The bloating can last all day, but it seems to subside while I sleep. However, sometimes I wake up in the morning feelin...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, long-term abdominal bloating, frequent belching, and the presence of blood in acid reflux are concerning. It is recommended to undergo an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. Sincerely, Dr. Lin Ming-Hui, Attending Physician, Department of Gastroenterology, Taoyuan General Hos...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Bloating: When to Seek Further Medical Evaluation
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Symptoms and Next Steps for Treatment
I am unsure about the condition of my body? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing bloating, belching, fatigue, poor concentration, and a sensation of a foreign body in my throat for the past month, along with frequent nausea, although I do not have the sensation of acid reflux. ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: If you are experiencing bloating, belching, body weakness, a sensation of a foreign body in the throat, nausea, and have lost about four kilograms in weight over the past month, it is advisable to consult a gastroenterologist for further evaluation. As for the blurred visi...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Symptoms and Next Steps for Treatment
Persistent Bloating and Discomfort: Is It Just GERD or Something More?
For the past six months, I have been experiencing constant bloating, belching, difficulty breathing, and it is also accompanied by nausea and loose stools? For the past six months, I have been experiencing constant bloating, belching, and shortness of breath. Sometimes I feel nau...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, sir: It appears that you have a disorder of gastrointestinal motility, so medication treatment and dietary adjustments are still necessary. The necessity of continuing the PPI can be discussed with your physician. Additionally, it may be worthwhile to check for any liver, ...[Read More] Persistent Bloating and Discomfort: Is It Just GERD or Something More?
Do I Need Another Endoscopy for My Recurring Stomach Issues?
If you frequently experience discomfort in your stomach, do you need to keep undergoing gastroscopy? Hello! I would like to ask: I have been troubled by my stomach for a long time. Previously, I only experienced occasional discomfort (bloating, a feeling of fullness, sometimes na...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, Miss: If the symptoms persist despite ongoing treatment, further examination may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis. However, based on what you have described, it appears to be a gastrointestinal dysfunction (possibly influenced by post-surgical adhesions). It is recomm...[Read More] Do I Need Another Endoscopy for My Recurring Stomach Issues?
Understanding Bloating and Gas Symptoms After Intense Workouts
Severe flatulence symptoms (bloating?) Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to consult you regarding the issue of belching. Symptom Description: Condition (A): After weight training on October 24 (which included chest exercises), I felt shortness of breath, weakness, and tingling in m...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Hello: Belching is generally related to poor gastric emptying and gastrointestinal dysfunction, often accompanied by increased saliva production, which suggests a correlation with gastric acid secretion. It is recommended to visit a gastroenterologist for relevant examinations. W...[Read More] Understanding Bloating and Gas Symptoms After Intense Workouts