Understanding Persistent Bloating and Dry Heaving: Possible GERD Symptoms
Persistent bloating in the stomach, occasionally accompanied by dry heaving? Hello doctor, my girlfriend has been experiencing frequent bloating for several weeks now, and she mentioned that it has happened before. Often, the bloating lasts all day, and occasionally she experienc...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: It could be gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and it may also be gastritis, fecal impaction or constipation, or indigestion. It is advisable to reduce the intake of irritating foods and increase fluid intake. If there is no improvement, it is recommended to consult a...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Bloating and Dry Heaving: Possible GERD Symptoms
Feeling of Something Stuck in Throat: Causes and Concerns
Throat and esophageal obstruction? Hello doctor, I have been feeling like there is something stuck in my throat near the Adam's apple for the past few days. Drinking water and swallowing solid food does not improve the sensation, but there is no pain in my throat. I just fee...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, it is possible that the medication dissolved and caused irritation to the esophagus. A gastroscopy can clarify the situation. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian.[Read More] Feeling of Something Stuck in Throat: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Esophageal Foreign Body Sensation: Causes and Next Steps
Esophageal foreign body sensation Hello Doctor: 1. Recently, I have been feeling a sensation of a foreign body lodged in my throat, specifically below the Adam's apple. I went to the hospital for an endoscopy, and the doctor informed me that I have more severe inflammation...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
The sensation of a foreign body in the throat and neck, aside from esophageal issues, should also rule out problems related to the pharynx and nasal cavity. Additionally, some therapeutic measures are necessary for the effects to become evident.[Read More] Understanding Esophageal Foreign Body Sensation: Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Chronic Abdominal Bloating: Causes and Concerns
Chronic abdominal bloating Hello, doctor. I have been suffering from bloating for a long time. Since childhood, I have been prone to gastric bloating, which occurs when I eat too much, eat too late, or consume fatty foods. However, it was only gastric bloating. In the past year, ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, Miss. 1. Your symptoms are likely related to peristaltic digestive issues. Eating smaller, more frequent meals, along with exercise and medication, may help improve your symptoms. 2. It is recommended to at least check for occult blood in your stool and monitor for any ...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Abdominal Bloating: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Intestinal Metaplasia: Severity and Dietary Impact on Recovery
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Report Esophagus: Mild mucosal break < 5mm over the esophagogastric junction. Stomach: Several shallow ulcers, 0.2-0.4 cm in size, in the antrum. Biopsy was performed. Duodenum: Negative. Impression: 1. Reflux esophagitis, Los Angeles Grade A, ...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
For the treatment of gastric ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), follow-up with endoscopy will be conducted.[Read More] Understanding Intestinal Metaplasia: Severity and Dietary Impact on Recovery
Understanding Bloating and Hiccups: A Teen's Gastrointestinal Concerns
My stomach gets very bloated after eating, and I keep burping? Hello Doctor: I am 15 years old and have been experiencing abdominal bloating for the past seven to eight months. This never happened before; now, whenever I eat a full meal, my stomach becomes extremely distended, al...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: To see a gastroenterologist, it's important to adjust not only medications but also lifestyle habits, diet, and bowel habits for significant improvement. Avoid foods that are high in fat and protein, and beverages should also be limited. Establish a daily bowel moveme...[Read More] Understanding Bloating and Hiccups: A Teen's Gastrointestinal Concerns
Understanding Chest Tightness and Foreign Sensation: A Gastroenterology Perspective
Experiencing chest tightness with a sensation of foreign body presence? Hello doctor, on Saturday, August 20th, I felt a dull pain in my lower abdomen and lower back pain, so I went to see a gynecologist. The gynecologist prescribed me medication. After taking it, I felt like the...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Your condition may be due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or it could be caused by medication getting stuck in the esophagus, leading to esophageal ulcers. It is recommended that you consult a gastroenterologist and, if necessary, undergo an endoscopy. Changhua ...[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness and Foreign Sensation: A Gastroenterology Perspective
Understanding Gastrointestinal Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Gastrointestinal discomfort? Pain in the lower middle part of the chest that worsens after eating and can be severe enough to hinder walking, along with deep breathing not providing relief, could indicate several potential issues. Occasional pain or persistent pain throughout the...
Dr. Cai Jinji Reply:
Based on the description, if there are concerns about stomach issues, it is also important to consider whether there are any problems with the liver, gallbladder, or pancreas. It is recommended to visit a hospital for further examination.[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Diarrhea and Abdominal Pain Explained
Diarrhea with mild nausea? I am currently interning in Malaysia and will return to Taiwan in early September. It's inconvenient for me to see a doctor, so I would like to ask about some symptoms. I have been experiencing pain in the lower left side of my rib cage, which star...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: 1. Possible acute gastroenteritis. 2. Be mindful of the pills you swallow; drink plenty of water to avoid them getting stuck in the esophagus, which can lead to esophageal ulcers. 3. Your description does not seem to indicate issues with the lungs or trachea, as lung and t...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Diarrhea and Abdominal Pain Explained
Understanding Gastroscopy: Insights on Stomach Inflammation and Duodenum Examination
Please provide the content you would like me to translate? Hello Dr. Tsai, I recently had an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Kaohsiung. The doctor told me that I have gastritis. After hearing this, I left the office. I would like to ask, during...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: A complete gastroscopy examination includes the esophagus, stomach, and the first and second parts of the duodenum (the duodenum is divided into four parts). If the examination reveals that the issue is caused by a gastrointestinal ulcer, treatment may be necessary for imp...[Read More] Understanding Gastroscopy: Insights on Stomach Inflammation and Duodenum Examination
Understanding Esophageal Ulcers in Teens: Causes and Treatment Options
A 16-year-old child with esophageal ulcer, please advise? My child is 16 years old and started experiencing a warm sensation in the stomach two weeks ago. He usually does not have obvious symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). A week ago, an endoscopy revealed an eso...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Generally, for grade A or B, a 4-month course of PPI is sufficient. However, for grade C or D, a longer treatment duration may be necessary. As for the reasons, they can sometimes be multifactorial.[Read More] Understanding Esophageal Ulcers in Teens: Causes and Treatment Options
Managing Gastric Ulcers: Medication, Symptoms, and Dietary Tips
Medication issues for gastric ulcers? Hello, I currently weigh about 93 kg and am 177 cm tall. Let me describe the history of my symptoms. Five years ago, I had gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which improved after about four months of treatment. Previously, I had a habit ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: (1) If you have concerns, it is advisable to return for a follow-up consultation rather than self-medicate. (2) Certain cases of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can cause discomfort in the chest area; however, this discomfort typically follows the central line, whic...[Read More] Managing Gastric Ulcers: Medication, Symptoms, and Dietary Tips
Thick Saliva and Foreign Sensation in the Esophagus: Causes and Solutions
Abnormal thick saliva and a sensation of foreign body in the cardia? Hello Doctor: My saliva has become very thick for the past six months, and I feel like there are always bubbles in my mouth, which is very uncomfortable and distressing. I can't help but tighten my mouth to...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Based on the symptoms, it may be gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and you should consider visiting a gastroenterologist for an endoscopy.[Read More] Thick Saliva and Foreign Sensation in the Esophagus: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Left Rib Tightness: Gastrointestinal Issues Explained
The left rib cage feels tight? Hello Doctor: Last December, I frequently experienced bloating and belching. In January, I underwent an endoscopy, which revealed a duodenal ulcer and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) with inflammation at the gastroesophageal junction, as show...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Based on the described location, symptoms related to the stomach and esophagus are more common. It is important to pay attention to your diet by avoiding foods that irritate stomach acid, overeating, or consuming hard-to-digest foods (such as high-fat and high-protein food...[Read More] Understanding Left Rib Tightness: Gastrointestinal Issues Explained
Understanding Bloating and Esophageal Discomfort: Beyond Gastroenteritis and Stress
Gastric distension and gastroesophageal reflux? Hello Doctor, I have recently been experiencing a sensation of a foreign body in my esophagus, and after meals, I often feel bloated and have indigestion. Additionally, I do not have any pain or discomfort in my stomach, and this si...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Please pay attention to whether your diet includes tea leaves, coffee, soda, chocolate, sweets, glutinous rice products, high-fat/high-protein foods, smoking, alcohol consumption, and chewing betel nut/gum, etc. If necessary, please revisit the gastroenterology department....[Read More] Understanding Bloating and Esophageal Discomfort: Beyond Gastroenteritis and Stress
Can Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Be Cured? Understanding Your Symptoms
Is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) incurable? Hello, doctor. Over a year ago, I experienced severe chest tightness and was eventually diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). After treatment with medication (which I have since stopped), I find that consuming ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is caused by excessive stomach acid flowing back into the esophagus. It is essential to make thorough changes to your lifestyle; otherwise, it will continue to recur. Long-term medication use is not recommended. Foods that can trigger...[Read More] Can Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Be Cured? Understanding Your Symptoms
Is Endoscopic Removal of Food Stuck in the Esophagus Painful?
Food stuck in the esophagus? If a doctor uses an endoscope to remove food that is stuck in the esophagus, will it be very uncomfortable?
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Strictly speaking, the difficulty of foreign body removal should be considered. If the procedure goes smoothly, it is no different from a standard gastroscopy.[Read More] Is Endoscopic Removal of Food Stuck in the Esophagus Painful?
Managing Gastroesophageal Reflux Symptoms: Effective Solutions and Treatments
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Hello Doctor, I have a problem with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). My symptoms include a feeling of pressure in the sternum after eating, a sensation that something is refluxing halfway up the esophagus, and nausea, but I do not exp...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Some cases of gastroesophageal reflux may not cause inflammation of the esophagus. It would be good to discuss with your doctor whether additional medication is necessary. Additionally, lifestyle changes are very important; you should avoid foods and activities that worsen...[Read More] Managing Gastroesophageal Reflux Symptoms: Effective Solutions and Treatments
Esophageal Burns from Capsule Ingestion: What to Do Next?
Capsule lodged in the esophagus causing burns? Hello doctor, two days ago I took an antibiotic (capsule form) before bed, and it got stuck when I swallowed it. I drank some water afterward and went straight to bed. The next morning, I woke up with a heavy and painful feeling in m...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Certain antibiotic capsules, when taken with insufficient water and followed by lying down immediately, can cause esophageal burns or even perforation. Symptoms include discomfort in the chest and pain while eating. If there is uncertainty about whether the antibiotic capsule was...[Read More] Esophageal Burns from Capsule Ingestion: What to Do Next?
Understanding Nightly Stomach Cramps: When to Seek Further Medical Help
About nightly stomach cramps? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing recurrent stomach cramps for three weeks, and for the past four days, my stomach has been cramping and painful every night after 10 PM. However, I feel fine when I wake up the next day. I went to Mackay Memorial...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
An endoscopy can examine the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum for any painful changes, such as inflammation or ulcers. It is recommended to avoid irritating foods and to pay attention to your diet to prevent the onset of gastritis. Additionally, further examinations such as abdom...[Read More] Understanding Nightly Stomach Cramps: When to Seek Further Medical Help