Blood test, Gastroenterology and Hepatology FAQ - Page 19

I've been feeling strange in my abdomen lately? About a month ago, I started to notice that my appetite was smaller than before; often, I couldn't eat as much as I used to without feeling overly full and a bit nauseous. Additionally, I would feel full for a long time af...

Stool color Hello Doctor: Since December of last year, I have noticed that my stool color has been consistently varying between grass green, dark green, and deep green. I have undergone both a colonoscopy and an upper endoscopy, both of which came back normal, but the color has n...

Dietary Intake and Bowel Issues I am currently about 17 and a half years old. About 2 to 3 weeks ago, I experienced abdominal pain, bloating, and nausea for about 3 days. On the third day, after having a bowel movement (which was diarrhea), I felt better. However, since then, it ...

Does cancer treatment medication cause elevated liver enzymes? Hello Doctor, my father was diagnosed with rectal cancer two years ago and underwent surgery, recovering well. However, during a routine check-up two months ago, a recurrence was found, but the original treating physi...

Issues related to bowel movements and loud bowel sounds after meals? Hello Doctor, I underwent a colonoscopy at a colorectal clinic in early May, and the doctor later informed me that they would remove three hyperplastic polyps. Before the procedure, a digital rectal exam was per...

Stool, postprandial borborygmi, weight loss inquiry? I would like to ask the doctor, I had a colonoscopy at the clinic in early May, where three benign polyps were removed. The doctor did not schedule a follow-up appointment, stating that my intestines are very healthy. However, ...

Bowel-related issues? Hello doctor, I have recently started to pay special attention to the characteristics of my stool during bowel movements. I noticed that my stool is yellow, but for a continuous period, there have been black spots in it. Some are long, black streaks, while o...

Blood in the stool? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing constipation for a long time, and it has worsened since I started losing weight this past year. I usually drink at least 2000 cc of water but still only have a bowel movement about once every five days. For the past two w...

Chest tightness and shallow breathing? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing noticeable chest tightness and shallower breathing. I have a history of hyperthyroidism, and my blood tests indicate that my medication is being managed fairly well. I also underwent an elect...

Diarrhea, chest tightness, and palpitations? Hello doctor, on the night of June 5th around 11 PM, I experienced diarrhea with watery stools twice, followed by chest tightness and palpitations. The next morning, I had another bowel movement, and I took over-the-counter cold and st...

Dull pain in the liver area and yellowing of the sclera? Hello! I have been a long-term alcoholic for about 7 to 8 years, starting with red wine, then whiskey, and later consuming approximately 250 to 300 cc of 58% sorghum liquor each night (I have a habit of drinking until I fal...

Liver function tests (LFTs) Hello Doctor: Recent health check reports indicate abnormal liver function with SGOT: 45 U/L and SGPT: 45 U/L. What could be the issue or what recommendations do you have? Is there a need for immediate medical attention, re-examination, or treatment? T...

Lower abdominal pain and abnormal bowel movements? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing difficulty with bowel movements for many years, characterized by sticky, small, and hard stools. Each time I go to the bathroom, it takes over 30 minutes, and I feel like I can't fully ...

Small amount of rectal bleeding? Hello Doctor: In the past, I experienced rectal bleeding during bowel movements. I previously underwent a colonoscopy at a large hospital, where the doctor diagnosed me with hemorrhoids and anal fissures as the cause of the bleeding. After using t...

Fecal occult blood The fecal occult blood immunoassay (quantitative) result is *>400.0 ng/mL, which is classified as abnormal and may be related to gastrointestinal diseases. Please follow up with a gastroenterology clinic within one week; however, given the current severe pan...

Cholesterol level of 254, no need for medication? Hello, Dr. Chang. I have had hepatitis B since I was about 12 years old. Recently, while I was abroad, I experienced some discomfort, such as slight swelling and pain on the left side of my neck and muscle discomfort in my left sh...

Bowel issues Hello, doctor. For the past month, after having a bowel movement, I always feel like I haven't fully emptied my bowels and still want to go again. I have a constant feeling of discomfort and pain in my abdomen, and when I do go, I usually have to go about three ...

The anus feels unusual? Hello Doctor, I previously experienced frequent rectal bleeding when wiping after bowel movements, but stool occult blood tests were negative. Recently, I've been having abdominal pain, and when I consulted a doctor, I was diagnosed with gastroenterit...

Deep anal pain? Hello Doctor! Last month, while I was working, I suddenly felt a sharp pain deep in my anus, similar to cramping, which lasted about 4 to 6 seconds and then subsided. This occurred continuously for 3 days, a total of 6 times. I would like to ask the doctor about t...

Loose stools can sometimes be unformed and occasionally watery? Hello, I have been experiencing soft stools almost every time I go to the bathroom recently. Occasionally, they are unformed and mushy, and while I don't have diarrhea very often, it does happen occasionally. Al...