Understanding Digestive Issues: Back Pain, Bloating, and Anxiety Concerns
Back pain, occasional nausea, and bloating issues? Hello Doctor: Last May, I sought medical attention for gastrointestinal bloating after consuming too much milk. Due to a family history of diabetes (grandfather, mother, and father), the doctor arranged for a colonoscopy, an endo...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It should not be related to pancreatic cancer; managing with medication and dietary control is sufficient, so there is no need to worry.[Read More] Understanding Digestive Issues: Back Pain, Bloating, and Anxiety Concerns
Understanding Stomach Pain and Fever: Insights from Gastroenterology
Gastric colic and fever? Hello Doctor: On the night of February 26th at 10 PM, I started experiencing discomfort in my stomach, including cramping, bloating, and nausea. On the morning of February 27th at 7 AM, I had diarrhea twice with a muddy consistency and a fever of 38.5 deg...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Continue to monitor changes in symptoms, maintain a light diet, and return to the clinic if necessary.[Read More] Understanding Stomach Pain and Fever: Insights from Gastroenterology
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Gastrointestinal issues Hello doctor, I would like to ask you some gastrointestinal-related questions. Last year, from February to March, I experienced persistent bloating for about two to three months. I underwent an upper endoscopy and a fecal occult blood test, both of which s...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It may be a slight abnormality in digestive peristalsis; you can consider following a low FODMAP diet as suggested online.[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Understanding Gallbladder Polyps and Liver Cysts: Symptoms and Concerns
Gallbladder polyp measuring 0.4 cm, multiple hepatic cysts with the largest measuring 5 cm? I have been feeling unusually fatigued and uncomfortable during sleep for over six months, and I sometimes wake up due to this discomfort. Additionally, I have experienced bowel movements ...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
It is recommended to conduct blood tests to assess liver and gallbladder function in cases of white stool. Differential diagnoses include hepatitis, anemia, and obstructive jaundice. Gallbladder polyps should be monitored for size and morphology. As for multiple intrahepatic cyst...[Read More] Understanding Gallbladder Polyps and Liver Cysts: Symptoms and Concerns
Recurring Gastrointestinal Issues: Causes and Treatment Insights
Gastrointestinal issues have been recurring for nearly two months? 1. On December 24 of last year, I suddenly experienced chills, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, and gastrointestinal pain (diarrhea 2-3 times daily). The clinic diagnosed it as a gastroenteritis virus, and I was trea...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Please discuss the actual situation and necessary examinations and treatments with the gastroenterology attending physician.[Read More] Recurring Gastrointestinal Issues: Causes and Treatment Insights
Understanding Fecal Occult Blood Testing: Surface vs. Deep Sample Collection
Fecal occult blood issue? Hello, Deputy Director. I would like to inquire about fecal occult blood testing. If the stool sample is collected by digging into the stool, will the results differ from those obtained by taking a sample from the surface? I have read online that it is r...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It should not be necessary.[Read More] Understanding Fecal Occult Blood Testing: Surface vs. Deep Sample Collection
Understanding Your Gastrointestinal Symptoms: Cancer or IBS?
Is it cancer or irritable bowel syndrome? Hello, doctor. At the end of May last year, I experienced frequent bloating and constipation due to excessive milk consumption. I recently completed a gastrointestinal endoscopy and endoscopic ultrasound of the pancreas, during which six ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: 1. The theoretical probability is very low, unless the bowel preparation is inadequate, which may affect the interpretation of the results. 2. If there are six polyps and all are hyperplastic polyps, the recommendation in foreign countries is to follow up in 3-5 years. How...[Read More] Understanding Your Gastrointestinal Symptoms: Cancer or IBS?
Can You Drink Alcohol in Moderation After Curing Hepatitis C?
Can a person who has been cured of hepatitis C consume alcohol in moderation? I would like to ask the doctor, I was diagnosed with hepatitis C at the end of 2020. I started oral medication treatment in March 2021 for three months, and after completing the treatment, I followed up...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is acceptable not to have cirrhosis, but be sure to avoid driving after consuming alcohol.[Read More] Can You Drink Alcohol in Moderation After Curing Hepatitis C?
Understanding Abdominal Bloating: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Abdominal distension? Hello, Doctor. I've been experiencing some discomfort in my abdomen lately and would like your assistance in confirming whether I have abdominal bloating. It started with mild diarrhea at the beginning of last month, which resolved on its own without me...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Pay attention to your diet. It is advisable to continue monitoring your condition. Recently, viral gastroenteritis has been prevalent, which may present symptoms such as nausea, bloating, diarrhea, or loose stools. Generally, it is recommended to stay hydrated, replenish electrol...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Bloating: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Dry Heaving and Upper Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Dry heaving and upper abdominal pain? Hello, I have been experiencing intermittent dry heaving for over a year now. Sometimes it happens multiple times a day, and other times there are one or two months without any issues. I don't actually vomit; it's just the dry heavi...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If there are no abnormalities found in the gastroscopy in the short term, it is likely a motility dysfunction. It is recommended to reduce anxiety, maintain a normal diet, eat at regular intervals and in appropriate portions, avoid eating too quickly, and use gastric medications ...[Read More] Understanding Dry Heaving and Upper Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Abdominal Issues: Insights on Gastrointestinal Discomfort
Abdominal issues? Hello, Doctor. Since the onset of winter, I have been experiencing abdominal issues, including various types of pain in different areas. Here are the details: 1. Recently, I have been feeling significant spasms in my upper abdomen during the night, around the ...
Dr. Cai Jinji Reply:
Dear Mr. Anonymous: 1. If this condition has persisted for some time, it is advisable to seek medical attention and consult a physician about arranging further examinations. 2. Regarding the second point, it is still necessary to see a doctor to inquire about the results of th...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Issues: Insights on Gastrointestinal Discomfort
Understanding Your Bowel Issues: When to Seek Further Testing
Bowel issues Hello, Dr. Tsai. I have been a patient with constipation since childhood. Recently, I have been drinking some green juice to adjust my digestive system. Over the past two days, my bowel movements have been long and thin, resembling worms, or in small, segmented piece...
Dr. Cai Jinji Reply:
Hello Ms. SS: If there are changes or abnormalities in bowel habits, it is advisable to consider getting checked (cancer is just a reference). Dr. Cai JinjI, Department of Hepatobiliary and Gastroenterology, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Your Bowel Issues: When to Seek Further Testing
Does Dupin 5mg Affect GPT Levels in Liver Function Tests?
The GPT index is too high? Will taking Dupin 5mg affect the GPT levels in blood tests?
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: If there is no overdose, it should not cause liver inflammation. You can visit a gastroenterologist for a detailed examination. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Does Dupin 5mg Affect GPT Levels in Liver Function Tests?
Post-Antibiotic Treatment: Understanding Pelvic Pain After Mild Appendicitis
After discharge from antibiotic treatment for mild appendicitis, there is pelvic pain? Two Sundays ago, I went to the emergency room due to severe itching and was diagnosed with vaginitis. After taking antibiotics for several days, I started experiencing pain and swelling in my l...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
You may return for an earlier follow-up to check inflammatory markers and for a physical examination.[Read More] Post-Antibiotic Treatment: Understanding Pelvic Pain After Mild Appendicitis
Concerns After Eating Undercooked Pork: Gastrointestinal Health Insights
Eating undercooked pork? Hello, Doctor. On January 20, I visited for other reasons and took antibiotics: Norfloxacin, along with other medications (side effects included dizziness, headache, and increased heart rate). On January 21, I happened to eat undercooked ground pork (purc...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
There should be no direct correlation, and symptoms can be observed for up to one week, after which there are no further symptoms.[Read More] Concerns After Eating Undercooked Pork: Gastrointestinal Health Insights
Understanding Mucus in Stool: When to Worry About Blood and Symptoms
Mucus in stool Hello Doctor, this morning after having a bowel movement, while squatting to tidy up, I suddenly felt a warm sensation. When I went to the bathroom, I noticed yellow mucus with blood streaks, and my stool also had slight traces of blood. However, there were no obvi...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
There is yellow mucus with blood present, but there are no obvious blood stains upon wiping, which does not seem to indicate an external hemorrhoid issue. There are symptoms suggestive of colitis. A stool test can be conducted to check for abnormalities. If this occurs frequently...[Read More] Understanding Mucus in Stool: When to Worry About Blood and Symptoms
Understanding Blood in Stool: Should You Worry About Your Digestive Health?
Bowel movement issues Hello Doctor: I had a health check-up in August of this year, and my stool occult blood test was normal. Recently, I have been eating cherry tomatoes until three days ago when I stopped. Today, when I went to the bathroom, I noticed that the stool had a dark...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: If the symptoms do not reappear after discontinuing tomatoes, there is no need to worry too much. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Should You Worry About Your Digestive Health?
Persistent Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Evaluations
Left lower abdominal discomfort and pain? I have been experiencing dull pain in my lower left abdomen for six months. Initially, I felt a sensation of heat and fullness in my entire lower abdomen, which later shifted to persistent dull pain and warmth in the lower left abdomen (2...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
Hello Mr. Jimmy, it is recommended that you consult a gastroenterologist for further examination and evaluation. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Persistent Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Evaluations
Understanding Elevated GGT Levels After Biliary Obstruction Treatment
Abnormal GGT levels in blood tests? Last August, I was hospitalized due to obstructive jaundice caused by sludge blocking the bile duct. The sludge has been cleared from the bile duct, but there is still a small amount of sludge in the gallbladder. I am currently taking medicatio...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If there is no history of alcohol consumption or fatty liver, it may still be related to bile sludge. The first recommendation should still be to perform cholecystectomy to prevent recurrence; if surgery is not performed, regular follow-up visits are necessary.[Read More] Understanding Elevated GGT Levels After Biliary Obstruction Treatment
Should You Rush for a Checkup with Slightly Elevated Total Bilirubin?
Is it necessary to urgently return for a follow-up if the total bilirubin level is 0.01 above the normal range but all other indices are normal? Hello, Director! I have a bit of gallstones and mild fatty liver, with no other liver or gallbladder issues. Therefore, I need to under...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
No problem / No need for a follow-up appointment in the short term.[Read More] Should You Rush for a Checkup with Slightly Elevated Total Bilirubin?