Understanding Minor Rectal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Slight rectal bleeding? Hello, doctor! Recently, I have noticed bright red blood on the toilet paper after having a bowel movement, but it doesn't happen every time. Sometimes it is accompanied by pain near the anus, while other times it is not; it seems to come and go. I ha...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, sir. It is likely just an anal fissure or damaged blood vessels from hemorrhoids, so there is no need to worry. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian[Read More] Understanding Minor Rectal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Blood in Stool: Gastrointestinal Concerns and Solutions
Blood in the stool? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing diarrhea for almost two weeks, starting three weeks ago, with a couple of instances of constipation in between. Most of my stools have been yellow and watery, accompanied by stomach discomfort, bloating, and nausea. I hav...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: If you are very concerned, you can consult a gastroenterologist or a colorectal specialist. Anal pain with slight bleeding is mostly caused by hemorrhoids or anal fissures. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Gastrointestinal Concerns and Solutions
Understanding Large Blood Loss During Bowel Movements: Causes and Concerns
Large amounts of blood in the stool with soft blood clots? I apologize for the inconvenience, but I am having difficulty analyzing my condition despite researching. Thank you, doctor, for taking the time to answer me. I experience rectal bleeding every few months, having bled fou...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
Hello Ms. Chi: Based on the symptoms you described, it appears to be an anal mucosal injury. However, colorectal cancer cannot be ruled out based solely on this. I recommend that you visit a gastroenterology clinic for further evaluation. Thank you for your inquiry. Changhua Hosp...[Read More] Understanding Large Blood Loss During Bowel Movements: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Elevated CA19-9 Levels: What You Need to Know
Elevated CA 19-9 levels? Hello doctor, I paid out of pocket for a cancer marker test, and my CA 19-9 level has risen by over 100. However, I currently have no discomfort or gastrointestinal issues. I have a history of gastroenteritis and underwent an upper gastrointestinal endosc...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: A high level of CA-199 does not definitively indicate the presence of cancer; it is only for reference. However, it is generally used clinically to monitor colorectal cancer, lung cancer, bile duct cancer, and pancreatic cancer. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. D...[Read More] Understanding Elevated CA19-9 Levels: What You Need to Know
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Symptoms and Concerns
Gastrointestinal issues Hello Doctor: I have been struggling with constipation since childhood, and my intake of fruits and vegetables has been insufficient. Two years ago, I started using health supplements (like enzymes) to help with bowel movements, and I have been able to hav...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: It cannot be concluded that these symptoms indicate colorectal cancer. After certain acute gastroenteritis episodes, there may be a temporary change in bowel habits that requires time to recover. If there is no improvement, you may consult a gastroenterologist at Changhua ...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Your Digestive Issues: Causes of Frequent Diarrhea and Sensitivity
Gastrointestinal diarrhea As a child, I often experienced diarrhea. Six months ago, I underwent a fecal screening for colorectal cancer, which returned normal results, indicating that my intestines are somewhat sensitive. Recently, I have been having normal bowel movements in the...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, sir. You only have irritable bowel syndrome; adjusting your lifestyle and dietary habits is sufficient. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian.[Read More] Understanding Your Digestive Issues: Causes of Frequent Diarrhea and Sensitivity
Understanding Constipation and Blood in Stool: When to Seek Help
Bowel issues? I have a severe constipation issue that often worsens due to improper food choices. Currently, I am taking traditional Chinese medicine for treatment. Recently, I had a major exam and did not visit my traditional Chinese medicine practitioner on time. I have a histo...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, ma'am. Please start by using a stool softener to treat your internal hemorrhoids, and then monitor your condition. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian.[Read More] Understanding Constipation and Blood in Stool: When to Seek Help
Understanding Abnormal Bowel Movements: Causes and Diagnostic Approaches
Abnormal bowel movement examination Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to seek your clarification on a few points: 1. My current bowel habits have changed (loose, mucoid stools, alternating with thin stools, frequent lack of urge to defecate, occasional mucus) and I have lost 6 to 7 k...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
1. Small polyps cannot be ruled out, but if they are small, they may not necessarily cause the symptoms mentioned above. 2. Based on the current situation, including the preliminary examination results, it is likely not IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease). 3. Currently, there are no...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bowel Movements: Causes and Diagnostic Approaches
Understanding Abdominal Pain and Bowel Issues: What You Need to Know
Bowel movement issues Hello Doctor: On December 9th, after I got off work and returned home, I felt the urge to have a bowel movement. While I was having a bowel movement, I initially did not feel any pain in my abdomen, but it was very painful when I was passing stool. After fin...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, sir. Your symptoms are due to rapid colonic motility and are not related to colorectal cancer. If the symptoms persist, you may visit a gastroenterologist for evaluation and medication to alleviate the symptoms. Please avoid greasy foods and dairy products, and pay attenti...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain and Bowel Issues: What You Need to Know
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Discomfort: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Left lower abdominal discomfort and pain? Hello, doctor. Since the middle of last month, I've gradually felt some discomfort in my lower left abdomen. I initially thought it was a gynecological issue, so I consulted a gynecologist who performed an ultrasound and said there w...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Young women experiencing lower abdominal pain may have several potential causes, including gynecological issues, ovulation pain, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, or urinary tract problems. If there is chronic abdominal pain, irregular diet, blood in the stool, or weight lo...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Discomfort: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Understanding Dark Red Blood in Stool: Is It a Sign of Colon Cancer?
Dark red blood in the stool? Doctor, I am a truck driver who doesn't drink much water but loves unsweetened coffee. I consume sweet beverages and smoke regularly. I usually stay up late, going to bed around 2-3 AM and waking up at 8 AM for work. I often eat out and rarely ea...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, sir. Blood in your stool is mostly caused by blood vessels near the anus, commonly known as hemorrhoids, so there is no need to worry too much. However, based on your lifestyle habits, there may be a risk of colorectal polyps, so it is advisable to visit a gastroenterology...[Read More] Understanding Dark Red Blood in Stool: Is It a Sign of Colon Cancer?
Understanding Digestive Issues After C-Section: Symptoms and Concerns
Intestinal adhesion? Colorectal cancer? Irritable bowel syndrome? Hello, I had a cesarean section for my third child last October (the first two were natural births), and my bowel habits have completely changed since then. Over the past few months, I frequently feel the urge to d...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Changes in bowel habits should be evaluated in the context of lifestyle and dietary habits to see if there have been any alterations. If there are no changes in lifestyle or diet, it is important to consider whether the changes in bowel habits may be due to an underlying d...[Read More] Understanding Digestive Issues After C-Section: Symptoms and Concerns
Post-Colonoscopy Concerns: How Often Should You Get Checked?
Questions Regarding Colonoscopy Aftercare Hello Doctor: I am a 26-year-old male. I underwent a painless colonoscopy and gastroscopy in August of this year (2016). Prior to this, I frequently experienced constipation (sometimes severe enough that I would only have a bowel movement...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
For individuals with a history of polyps, follow-up every 2-3 years is not too long, unless other symptoms arise, in which case they should consult a gastroenterologist.[Read More] Post-Colonoscopy Concerns: How Often Should You Get Checked?
Is Sudden Change to Regular Bowel Movements a Cause for Concern?
Sudden improvement in bowel movements? I have had difficulty with bowel movements since childhood; there were times when I could go a week without a bowel movement. However, just before I turned 30, my bowel movements suddenly became regular. Earlier this year, I underwent hemorr...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
The key symptoms in your case are the increasingly narrow stools and loss of appetite, rather than a change from constipation to regular bowel movements. Additionally, you have undergone a colonoscopy this year with no issues (if there were any problems, the physician would have ...[Read More] Is Sudden Change to Regular Bowel Movements a Cause for Concern?
Can Young Adults Develop Colon Cancer? Understanding IBS Symptoms and Risks
Am I too young to get colon cancer...? Hello Doctor: I am 22 years old, and I have had gastrointestinal issues since childhood. My diet tends to lean towards Western and heavily flavored foods; I enjoy barbecued and grilled foods, fast food from places like McDonald's, cakes...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Based on the symptoms, gastrointestinal dysfunction is the most likely condition. It is essential to consult a gastroenterologist for further evaluation. If your dietary and lifestyle habits do not improve, even if you are currently asymptomatic, you will still remain at high ris...[Read More] Can Young Adults Develop Colon Cancer? Understanding IBS Symptoms and Risks
Understanding Dizziness as a Possible Sign of Colon Cancer
Dizziness related to colorectal cancer? Previously, news reports indicated that dizziness could be a precursor to colorectal cancer. I would like to inquire how dizziness manifests in colorectal cancer.
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: The dizziness experienced by a patient with colorectal cancer is likely caused by anemia. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-Shun.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness as a Possible Sign of Colon Cancer
Understanding Sudden Abdominal Pain: Is It a Sign of Colon Cancer?
Sudden sharp pain in the abdomen? Recently, I've been feeling a bit of a dull, stabbing sensation in my upper left abdomen. Just now, I suddenly experienced a sharp pain in my lower left abdomen, but it went away quickly... I would like to ask how abdominal pain presents in ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Your condition may be due to intestinal colic (sudden rapid movement) or fecal impaction, but there is no need to worry too much. The symptoms of colorectal cancer are not specific; however, if there is pain, it is likely to be persistent rather than sudden. Changhua Hospi...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Abdominal Pain: Is It a Sign of Colon Cancer?
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain with Mild Urge to Defecate
Lower abdominal pain with a slight urge to defecate, but no actual bowel movement occurs? Hello Doctor: I had a duodenal ulcer in high school, and during a gastrointestinal examination, the doctor mentioned that my bowel motility is slow. About a year and a half ago, I underwent ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: If symptoms persist, it is recommended to consult a gastroenterologist, as it may be necessary to repeat the fecal occult blood test and, if needed, even perform a colonoscopy. This is especially important if there is a family history of colorectal cancer and weight loss. ...[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain with Mild Urge to Defecate
Can Daily Probiotics Reduce Colon Cancer Risk and Improve Gut Health?
Probiotics and Colorectal Cancer Hello, doctor: I would like to ask if taking one probiotic capsule daily (I am using Adbi probiotics) can improve the gastrointestinal environment in the long term? Would this help reduce the risk of colorectal cancer? Thank you.
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: There are many pathogenic factors for colorectal cancer, and it cannot be reduced by a single condition. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Can Daily Probiotics Reduce Colon Cancer Risk and Improve Gut Health?
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain, Bleeding, and Black Stool Issues
Regarding left lower abdominal pain, bleeding, and black stools? Around April of this year, I noticed blood during a bowel movement, but it hasn't occurred since then. However, I have intermittent pain in the lower left abdomen near the navel, which is not unbearable and com...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: The probability of developing tumors is low based on age, so there is no need to worry excessively. However, if you experience discomfort in the upper left/upper right/lower left abdomen (the colon area, which resembles a "M" shape), it may be worth considering w...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain, Bleeding, and Black Stool Issues