Understanding Digestive Issues: Constipation, Bloating, and Mucus in Stool
Bowel issues, stool problems, gastrointestinal issues? Hello Doctor, recently I have been experiencing significant difficulty with bowel movements, and even passing gas has been challenging. Most of the time, I only expel gas, and when I do have a bowel movement, it consists of o...
Dr. Hu Guozheng Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit the Gastroenterology or Colorectal Surgery outpatient clinic for evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Digestive Issues: Constipation, Bloating, and Mucus in Stool
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Solutions for Ongoing Issues
Blood in stool issue? I only experience diarrhea or have a large bowel movement (a whole piece) once, and then I have blood in my stool (blood streaks, mucous with blood). This issue has troubled me for over five years. During these five years, I have undergone multiple flexible ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Continue to monitor and avoid constipation that may lead to bleeding.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Solutions for Ongoing Issues
Bright Red Blood in Stool: Should You Worry About Your Symptoms?
Blood in the stool? Hello Doctor: I had a colonoscopy last year which showed no polyps but I have hemorrhoids. Yesterday, while sitting, I felt some numbness and discomfort in my buttocks, and I’m not sure if it’s because I sat too long. I keep feeling like there’s something ther...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
You can go to the hospital for a detailed examination.[Read More] Bright Red Blood in Stool: Should You Worry About Your Symptoms?
Can You Get Hepatitis B from a Needle Stick Injury?
Hepatitis B transmission issues? Hello Doctor: My friend's father is a carrier of hepatitis B. This morning, while my friend was injecting insulin into his father, he accidentally pricked his finger with the needle! Is there a possibility of transmission in this case? Does h...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If you have completed the full hepatitis B vaccination series, there should be no risk. If you are concerned, you can seek medical attention and have blood tests done twice within 1 to 3 months.[Read More] Can You Get Hepatitis B from a Needle Stick Injury?
Understanding Blood Test Results: What to Know About Liver and ALP Levels
Blood test index issues? Hello, I recently had a blood test, and most of the liver and gallbladder function tests were normal, except for the albumin/globulin ratio which is 1.45 (normal range 1.5-2.5). Is there anything I should be concerned about? Additionally, the medical tech...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is still normal for young individuals to have elevated ALP levels, so there is no need to worry.[Read More] Understanding Blood Test Results: What to Know About Liver and ALP Levels
COVID-19 and Vomiting: Understanding Blood-tinged Symptoms
Suspected blood-tinged vomiting associated with COVID-19? Hello, doctor. I was recently diagnosed with COVID-19, and my prominent symptom is severe vomiting. I not only vomit after eating but also wake up in the middle of the night to vomit. After multiple episodes of vomiting, I...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Medication management, with a temporary reduction in dietary intake.[Read More] COVID-19 and Vomiting: Understanding Blood-tinged Symptoms
Understanding Elevated Liver Enzymes: Treatment Duration and Expectations
Elevated liver enzymes? Hello Doctor, my mother is 68 years old. Her blood test results show GOT/GPT over 300, and r-GT over 1500. Her bilirubin level, which was originally 18, has decreased to 8, but it is still quite high. Recently, my mother has been taking liver and bile medi...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
The recovery of liver function and the underlying causes of the disease will determine the timeline, which can typically range from 1 to 3 months. Please discuss this with your attending physician.[Read More] Understanding Elevated Liver Enzymes: Treatment Duration and Expectations
Understanding Blood-Streaked Mucus in Stool: Insights from a Gastroenterologist
Follow-up Inquiry #197646 Dear Dr. Lin, Thank you very much for your response and explanation regarding my inquiry in "<a href='https://adoctor.tw/article/197646'>#197646</a>". I have greatly benefited from it. I would like to ask you further ques...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Q1: Hemorrhoids can cause bleeding and abnormal bowel movements—both diarrhea and constipation can lead to hemorrhoids and anal fissures. Hemorrhoids often bleed and may sometimes result in chronic anemia, so caution is advised. Q2: A single day of mucus-streaked stool with sli...[Read More] Understanding Blood-Streaked Mucus in Stool: Insights from a Gastroenterologist
Severe Lower Abdominal Pain: What to Do When X-rays Show No Issues?
Left lower abdominal pain, X-ray results are normal? Hello doctor, I started experiencing severe lower abdominal pain and stomach pain around 10 PM on Tuesday. I have diarrhea that is thick and black in color, with some blood, which could also be from a ruptured hemorrhoid. I...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is difficult to make a simple assessment; local heat application may be helpful. If necessary, please return for a follow-up and discuss with your physician.[Read More] Severe Lower Abdominal Pain: What to Do When X-rays Show No Issues?
Understanding Elevated Total and Direct Bilirubin Levels: Causes and Concerns
Elevated total bilirubin and direct bilirubin levels? Hello, doctor. In 2021, I had a health check-up, and at that time, my total bilirubin and direct bilirubin levels were elevated. Three months later, I had another blood test, and those levels were normal. This year, during my ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
There is no correlation and it does not affect health. If there is no hepatitis B, the principle is to follow the general health check-up guidelines (for those over 40 years old, once every two years).[Read More] Understanding Elevated Total and Direct Bilirubin Levels: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Gastrointestinal and Liver Issues: Blood Test Guidelines
Blood tests for gastrointestinal or liver and kidney issues? For the past three to four months, I have felt like there is something in my throat. There have been several instances where I frequently feel nauseous and have the urge to vomit, but I can't. This happens in the m...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Feeling like there is something in your throat, frequently wanting to vomit, experiencing nausea without being able to vomit, could be due to gastrointestinal issues (such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, gastritis, or peptic ulcers). It may also be related to chronic pharyngi...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal and Liver Issues: Blood Test Guidelines
Understanding Abnormal Stool: Yellow Mucus and Red Discoloration Concerns
Inquiry Consultation Dear Dr. Lin, Hello. Recently, due to the hot weather, I may not be drinking enough water, which has led to hard stools and some constipation. Today, after having a bowel movement, I noticed that my stool was hard, dark brown, and formed into small pieces. N...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
#1. Normal bowel movements may sometimes contain mucus due to the shedding of epithelial tissue. However, if the mucus is excessive, foul-smelling, or contains blood, it is considered abnormal. #2. The presence of mucus and red coloration in stool may be caused by the consumption...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Stool: Yellow Mucus and Red Discoloration Concerns
Understanding Mucus in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Digestive Health
Mucus in stool Hello Doctor, 1. In the past two weeks, after having a bowel movement, I notice white, transparent mucus on the toilet paper after wiping for the third or fourth time. This does not happen every time; sometimes it occurs, and sometimes it does not. After each vis...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: The presence of intestinal mucus is a nonspecific symptom of gastrointestinal diseases, and healthy individuals may also occasionally experience mucus. If accompanied by other gastrointestinal symptoms, it is advisable to consult a gastroenterologist for further evaluation...[Read More] Understanding Mucus in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Digestive Health
Understanding Anal Fissures: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Anal fissure issues? Before the long holiday, I experienced nausea and bloating due to the side effects of antidepressant medication, which made it difficult to eat. I took over-the-counter medication, but it didn't help, and I ended up visiting the emergency room. After ret...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It may be bleeding from internal hemorrhoids; you can stop taking Moshuwei, and if necessary, use an anal ointment.[Read More] Understanding Anal Fissures: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Severe Left Upper Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Insights
Left upper abdominal pain Hello, doctor! I have been experiencing severe pain in the left upper abdomen, around the rib area, possibly between the third and fourth ribs. The pain is located at the midpoint between the ribs on both sides, approximately 4 to 5 centimeters to the le...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
A chest X-ray can be performed to rule out any specific issues. Other possibilities may include nerve or fascial inflammation, which can be treated with local heat application and analgesics. For bowel movements, it is advisable to reduce oil and dairy intake, and if necessary, m...[Read More] Severe Left Upper Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Insights
Understanding Intermittent Black Stool: Causes and Concerns for Young Patients
Intermittent black stools? Hello Doctor, about six months ago, I started experiencing intermittent black stools, and sometimes I would have abdominal pain at night, which made me quite concerned. Later, my parents took me for an abdominal ultrasound due to my persistent worries, ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If the fecal occult blood test is positive, then proceed with endoscopic examination.[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Black Stool: Causes and Concerns for Young Patients
Post-Colonoscopy Digestive Issues: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery Time
Abnormalities in the intestines after a colonoscopy? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask for your advice. After undergoing my first colonoscopy at the end of May, the doctor informed me that I have a small adenoma, and there are signs of inflammation in the sigmoid colon and rectu...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is likely not caused by the colonoscopy. Please start with a light diet and document any changes along with related factors. If symptoms persist, return for a follow-up to discuss further strategies.[Read More] Post-Colonoscopy Digestive Issues: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery Time
Understanding Fecal Occult Blood Tests and Gastrointestinal Health Concerns
Body issues such as fecal occult blood problems, etc? Hello, doctor. In April, I underwent a quantitative immunochemical fecal occult blood test conducted by the National Health Administration. I have a fear of having colorectal cancer, so I thought it would be wise to start with...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Fecal occult blood testing is not 100% accurate; it is merely a screening tool. For further confirmation, a colonoscopy may be necessary. If colorectal cancer is suspected, a colonoscopy (which examines the entire colon) is the most accurate method. You can consult a gastr...[Read More] Understanding Fecal Occult Blood Tests and Gastrointestinal Health Concerns
Is It IBS or Hemorrhoids? Understanding Your Digestive Concerns
Is this irritable bowel syndrome? Hello, doctor. I have a hemorrhoid issue. Over two years ago, I had a severe hemorrhoid episode where I experienced bleeding during bowel movements, along with symptoms similar to irritable bowel syndrome, which made me go to the bathroom multipl...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
After reviewing, I hope to schedule an appointment for an examination at the outpatient clinic.[Read More] Is It IBS or Hemorrhoids? Understanding Your Digestive Concerns
Uncertain If It's a Parasite: Understanding Gastrointestinal Symptoms
Uncertain if there are parasites present? Hello, doctor. For the past few years, every few months, I have noticed a long, unidentified object at the end of my stool that I need to pull out myself. It measures about five to ten centimeters and is a color similar to that of my stoo...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Every few months, there are elongated unidentified objects at the anal opening, which may be food fibers or parasites, without any symptoms of anal itching. It is recommended to conduct a stool examination for the presence of parasites or a blood test to check for possible parasi...[Read More] Uncertain If It's a Parasite: Understanding Gastrointestinal Symptoms