Diarrhea, Gastroenterology and Hepatology FAQ

Understanding White Objects in Stool: When to Seek Medical Advice

Bowel issues Hello, tonight my bowel movement felt very smooth. After flushing, I noticed a white object that looked like a soybean floating in the water. I had a bit of stomach pain and some diarrhea the previous morning, but it went away by the evening. I also ate more for dinn...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If there are no symptoms, it can be monitored further.

Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Symptoms and When to Seek Help

Gastrointestinal issues For the past 1-2 days, I have been experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort with alternating diarrhea and constipation. Occasionally, I feel a slight pain in my lower abdomen, and I have been passing gas frequently. Additionally, my bowel sounds have somet...

Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: You are experiencing abdominal pain, alternating diarrhea and constipation, borborygmi, and unformed stools, with your gastrointestinal function being sometimes normal and sometimes abnormal. This could possibly indicate gastroenteritis or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). I...

Post-Vaccine Digestive Issues: Bloating, Diarrhea, and Fatigue Explained

Abdominal bloating, diarrhea, dizziness, and weakness? Since receiving the second dose of the Moderna vaccine, I initially experienced simple bloating, which I thought was a side effect of the vaccine. After drinking water and eating, I still felt very bloated and uncomfortable, ...

Dr. Zhang Kebin Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin, regarding your concerns, if your symptoms do not improve after seeking medical attention or if new symptoms arise, it is recommended that you visit a family medicine department or a gastroenterology and hepatology department at a regional hospital or higher. Thank ...

Understanding Rectal Discomfort: Is It Just Anxiety or Something More?

Is there something unusual about the anus? Could it be a feeling of tenesmus? Hello, doctor. I apologize for bothering you. Since the start of the school year, I have been experiencing gastrointestinal issues. Initially, I had diarrhea every few days, and both traditional and Wes...

Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Colorectal cancer does not have specific symptoms, but various symptoms can worsen. Your condition seems more like an anal fissure or hemorrhoids, or it could be caused by consuming irritating foods. It is recommended to increase your intake of fruits, vegetables, and flui...

Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Symptoms and When to Seek Help

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Issues I experienced gastrointestinal discomfort last month, with alternating diarrhea and constipation, along with frequent flatulence that had a foul odor. I consulted a doctor, who suggested that my symptoms were likely due to irritable bowel syn...

Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: It may be caused by insufficient fiber intake. It is recommended to increase your consumption of fruits and vegetables and observe if there are any changes in your stool patterns. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.

Morning Diarrhea: Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues and Solutions

Morning diarrhea? Hello Dr. Chen! This issue has been bothering me for several years, and sometimes it even causes me to be late for class because I need to spend time in the restroom. Every morning when I prepare to go to class (between 7 and 8 AM), I often experience abdominal ...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It may be related to irritable bowel syndrome, where stress or individual constitution affects bowel movements. If necessary, seek medical evaluation and treatment.

Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Managing Stress and Digestive Health

Gastrointestinal issues can be quite bothersome..? Hello, doctor... Recently, I've been experiencing a lot of academic pressure, but I'm eating regular meals and including vegetables in my diet. However, I haven't been drinking enough water and haven't been ex...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Increase your intake of fruits and vegetables, take a walk after meals, reduce prolonged sitting, and observe the results. If necessary, consider having a laxative on hand.

Can Stomach Issues Lead to Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

Can poor stomach health lead to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Hello Dr. Tsai: I understand that irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a problem with bowel function, but after my colonoscopy, the doctor said there were no issues with my colon. However, I still experience diarrhea af...

Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Possible causes of irritable bowel syndrome include changes in gut microbiota, psychological stress, or factors following severe infections, among others. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-Shun.

Persistent Diarrhea: Understanding Prolonged Gastroenteritis Symptoms

Diarrhea with watery stools will not improve? Hello, Doctor. About a month ago, I experienced symptoms of gastroenteritis. Typically, my first bowel movement in the morning (around 8 or 9 AM) is somewhat loose, and then about four to five hours later, I have two to three episodes...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
You may seek medical treatment again and follow a light diet.

Understanding Antidiarrheal Medications: Effects and Side Effects

About antidiarrheal agents? Hello, doctor. If I take an antidiarrheal medication for a short period, I would like to ask: 1. How long does the effect last, and how soon after taking it does it start to work? 2. Besides potentially causing constipation, are there any other side ef...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
The effects of the medication typically occur about 15-20 minutes after absorption, and the side effects depend on the class of the drug. Drowsiness and dizziness are not common.

Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Is It IBS or Something Else?

I am troubled by gastrointestinal issues? Hello, Doctor: Since July of this year, I have been experiencing diarrhea 2 to 3 times daily, and sometimes it can be severe, reaching 6 to 7 times. I underwent a colonoscopy, which showed no issues. I have since switched to traditional C...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is likely irritable bowel syndrome and hemorrhoids; further discussion with the primary care physician is recommended.

Managing Exam Stress: Tips to Prevent Stress-Induced Diarrhea

Nervousness can easily lead to diarrhea? Hello, doctor. The university entrance exam is approaching, but during mock exams, I often feel the urge to have a bowel movement, which prevents me from focusing on the test. However, as soon as the exam is over, the urge to go to the bat...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Yes, seek medical attention/short-term use.

Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain Near the Ovary: Causes and Solutions

Sharp pain in the lower left abdomen near the ovary? I have been experiencing a sharp pain in my lower left abdomen near the ovary for about a month, which feels like an electric shock. The pain occurs daily, possibly 2 to 3 times a day, lasting about 1 to 2 seconds each time. In...

Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, the left lower abdominal pain needs to rule out intra-abdominal infections such as enteritis, urethritis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and ovulation pain. If these causes are excluded and bowel movements are smooth, a common reason for the pain could be irritable bowel syn...

Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Constipation and IBS Symptoms Explained

Gastrointestinal issues, bowel problems? Hello, doctor. In September of this year, I traveled to another city and experienced some difficulty using the toilet, resulting in 1-2 days without a bowel movement, which may have led to constipation. After that, I started having bowel m...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It should be a short-term digestive/motility disorder (symptoms lasting over 6 months would be typical of irritable bowel syndrome). A diet low in oil and dairy, along with medication management, should suffice.

Concerns About Parasite Infection After Eating Undercooked Meat

Parasitic infection Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my situation. Yesterday, I ate some barbecued beef that was quite rare in the middle, and I also had a few undercooked chicken hearts. I'm a bit worried about the possibility of diarrhea or a parasitic infection. I...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
There is currently no need for medical attention. It is advisable to avoid consuming raw food in the future.

Understanding Loose Stools: Causes and Solutions for Digestive Health

Frequent loose stools? Hello Doctor, I usually have a bowel movement in the morning after waking up. Last year, I had an external hemorrhoid and became concerned about potential gastrointestinal issues, so I underwent a colonoscopy at the hospital. The doctor indicated that the r...

Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Your stool consistency does not seem abnormal; it is just a bit softer. If you experience excessive frequency, diarrhea, or cramping, then medication may be necessary. Just avoid irritating foods and there is no need to worry too much. Changhua Hospital cares about your he...

Understanding Chronic Abdominal Pain: Symptoms, Concerns, and Diagnosis

Chronic abdominal pain Hello, doctor. At the end of July, I experienced nighttime lower abdominal pain, followed by severe diarrhea the next day, which was watery. After seeing a doctor, my symptoms improved, but in August, I started having intermittent cramping. At the end of Au...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
The diagnosis should be irritable bowel syndrome. Reduce oil and dairy intake, minimize stress, and continue to monitor the situation. If necessary, a fecal occult blood test may be performed.

Understanding Weekly Diarrhea: Causes and Solutions for Digestive Health

Diarrhea once a week? Hello Doctor: Since I had diarrhea after drinking yogurt two months ago, my bowel movements have been softer for the past two months. Recently, I have been experiencing diarrhea once a week for the past month (with watery stools), and it occurs at the same t...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is likely a case of abnormal gastrointestinal motility (irritable bowel syndrome), which can be managed with dietary adjustments, lifestyle changes, and medication.

Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues and Ulcer Concerns in Young Women

Gastrointestinal and ulcer-related issues? Hello, doctor. I have some questions I would like to ask you! I am a female college student, and my daily routine has been irregular for about two months, but I have recently adjusted back to a regular schedule. Regarding my menstrual cy...

Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: A 21-year-old female presents with abdominal pain and diarrhea, experiencing pain in both the upper and lower abdomen. The diarrhea is most likely due to gastroenteritis or indigestion. The lower abdominal pain could be attributed to either gastroenteritis or gynecological...

Understanding Intermittent Abdominal Pain: Causes and Remedies

Intermittent abdominal pain? Since the evening of September 14, after finishing dinner, I started experiencing pain, which continued until I saw the doctor on the evening of September 15 and took the medication. The pain is intermittent, and when it occurs, it feels layered. I wo...

Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: A 16-year-old girl is experiencing intermittent abdominal pain, bloating, and frequent belching. Common causes include indigestion, gastroenteritis, constipation, intestinal obstruction, and intra-abdominal infections. There are many potential causes of abdominal pain, and...

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