Belching, Gastroenterology and Hepatology FAQ

Understanding Why Small, Frequent Meals Help Manage Acid Reflux

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Why should patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) eat smaller, more frequent meals? Doesn't this lead to continuous gastric acid secretion? However, I also experience abdominal pain three to four hours after meals. Is this...

Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello: For patients with dyspepsia, if one eats too much in a single meal, the food will remain in the stomach for an extended period, leading to increased gastric acid secretion. After digestion, a significant amount of gas is produced in the stomach, resulting in bloating or be...

Understanding Frequent Belching: Causes and Solutions for Digestive Issues

Frequent belching? Hello, I have been experiencing frequent belching for over two months now. During this time, I visited the Asia University Hospital, where I underwent both an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and a colonoscopy (which was quite uncomfortable). The doctor said ev...

Dr. Xu Ruihong Reply:
You can take some medications that promote gastrointestinal motility and relieve bloating. Avoid smoking. Dark stools may be related to food, but if the stools are tarry, it could indicate upper gastrointestinal bleeding, which requires caution.

Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: A Comprehensive Guide for Young Adults

A long-standing issue? At 21 years old, with a height of 170 cm and a weight of 65 kg, I seem to be experiencing a trend of weight gain. 1. Constipation: This symptom started intermittently at the beginning of last year and became severe in March of this year, often resulting i...

Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
(1) Based on the symptoms you described, your issue appears to be related to gastrointestinal dysfunction, commonly referred to as dyspepsia. The fundamental approach to resolving this should involve several aspects. Firstly, dietary changes are essential; you must avoid irritant...

Understanding Severe Bloating: Causes and Remedies for Gastrointestinal Discomfort

Severe bloating About six months ago, I started experiencing belching after meals (not continuous short burps, but a sensation of gas escaping from the stomach, which some refer to as "full belching"). Two months ago, I began to have severe bloating, even when I had not...

Dr. Xu Ruihong Reply:
There are many causes of bloating, with more common reasons including poor gastrointestinal motility, intestinal obstruction, adhesions, consumption of gas-producing foods, ulcers, poor dietary habits, and smoking. If examinations reveal that the bloating is solely due to poor ga...

Frequent Belching: Understanding Causes and Solutions for Digestive Issues

Recently, there has been frequent occurrence of belching? Recently, I have been experiencing frequent belching for over a month, particularly noticeable when I am fasting before meals. It is not just occasional burping; there is a continuous release of gas without any distinct od...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Many netizens have reported symptoms of indigestion or poor motility. Please pay attention to your dietary habits and content, or consult a gastroenterologist for diagnosis and treatment. Wishing you good health.

Persistent Hiccups and Stomach Discomfort: Seeking Solutions

Diaphragmatic spasm and gastric discomfort? My girlfriend has been experiencing belching and gastric discomfort for nearly six months. Initially, it occurred about once every three days, with continuous belching each time. She describes having a lot of gas in her stomach, accompa...

Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
This type of diaphragmatic spasm may be related to fluctuations in the diaphragm. Taking anti-gas medications may not be helpful; instead, some neurological medications may be required. Unfortunately, this seems to be a home remedy in Western medicine, and many physicians may not...

Understanding Bowel Health: Normal Frequency, Color, and Digestive Issues

The life of stool? How many times a day is considered normal for bowel movements? What is the normal color of stool? Is black stool due to a gastric ulcer or are there other reasons? Is it normal to experience belching after meals? Additionally, why does the lower abdomen become ...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello everyone: Having bowel movements three times a day to once every three days is considered normal as long as it does not interfere with daily life and body weight is normal. The color of the stool is difficult to assess and requires laboratory testing to determine other cond...

Managing Stomach Discomfort: Tips for Relief and Medication Guidance

Stomach discomfort! Please help! Hello, I am 24 years old and currently studying abroad, with no plans to return home in the near future. About ten years ago, I experienced gastrointestinal discomfort, and the results of my endoscopy indicated excessive stomach acid, gastritis, a...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is advisable to seek medical examination and treatment due to your noticeable symptoms and weight loss. If the issue is stress-related, please maintain a regular eating schedule with smaller, more frequent meals, and avoid coffee. In terms of medication, you may consider addin...

Do I Have Peptic Ulcers? Symptoms and Advice for Recovery

Could it be the symptoms of "peptic ulcer"? Dear Dr. Chen Shih-Dian, I would like to ask about my condition. In the past four weeks, I experienced symptoms similar to vomiting and a cold. The doctor diagnosed me with a rotavirus infection. Afterward, I ate out indiscri...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, dear user: (I apologize for the delay in responding due to issues with my email) Based on the data, direct eradication therapy (prescription name?) is not appropriate, but it is not harmful. Since you still have symptoms, I recommend visiting a gastroenterologist for an ex...

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