Flatulence, Gastroenterology and Hepatology FAQ - Page 6

Anal fissure? Hemorrhoids? Gastroenteritis? There is no constipation; I remember having bowel movements a few days ago, but recently my stools have been somewhat "sticky and soft." I have difficulty passing stools completely, and my anus does not feel clean after wiping...

Abdominal distension and pain? Doctor, I have a problem with constipation, and recently I've noticed that my bowel movements and flatulence have decreased to less than five times a day. This symptom has persisted for over two weeks. About a week ago, after having dinner out,...

Frequent flatulence? There has been a sudden increase in flatulence, which is quite foul-smelling. However, there haven't been any significant changes in dietary habits. What could be the possible issues?

Increased frequency of flatulence and a foul odor? Hello Doctor: The symptoms have persisted for about three weeks, with an increased frequency of flatulence, averaging over 20 times a day, and it has become quite foul-smelling. My diet has remained the same, consisting of red te...

Abnormal bowel movements? I used to have a regular bowel movement every morning, which would take just a few minutes. However, in the past month, I have been experiencing frequent constipation. The stools are somewhat dry and cracked, measuring about 5 to 6 centimeters long and 3...

The shape, color, and odor of stool? After eating out for nearly a year, I've noticed that my flatulence has become quite foul. The night before last, after eating chive dumplings, my stool the next day was green and resembled goat droppings. In the afternoon, I had another ...

Bowel-related issues? Hello Doctor: My usual bowel movement frequency is once a day, but for the past two weeks, I've experienced an increase to twice a day on about half of those days. Additionally, it seems that my flatulence frequency has also increased. However, the shap...

There is a firm structure in the abdomen that feels like a cord extending from the xiphoid process to the navel? Yesterday, after eating too much, I experienced bloating and while massaging my stomach, I accidentally felt a long, cord-like structure that extends from my epigastri...

Bowel movement issues Doctor, I would like to ask you about my digestion. Recently, I have noticed that my bowel movements haven't been very good. Some days, my stools are formed but appear in pieces, while other times, they feel more like diarrhea, although they are not com...

Bloating and stomach pain? Hello, Doctor. I occasionally experience hiccups, followed by frequent flatulence, but it hasn't been a major issue. However, recently I've started to have stomach pain, and I feel bloated and painful after eating. My hiccups have also become ...

There is a persistent sensation in the stomach? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing long-term issues with my stools not being formed. Recently, I have been on a weight loss regimen, running daily and eating less. For the past month, I have felt a persistent bloating sensation ...

Bowel-related issues? Hello, I would like to ask about my long-term constipation issue. Sometimes I rely on probiotics to help with bowel movements, but recently I have been experiencing frequent flatulence. I wonder why this is happening?

Gastrointestinal issues Dr. Lin: Hello, I have been experiencing abdominal discomfort for half a month. Initially, my symptoms included unformed stools that were loose and soft, occasionally containing undigested food particles, which felt like indigestion. After eating, I would ...

Gastrointestinal issues Hello Dr. Yang: I have been experiencing abdominal discomfort for almost half a month now. I have visited three different clinics, and the doctors have given me different opinions, but my symptoms have been consistent. Feeling that something was wrong, I w...

Gastroenterology and Hepatology Hello, doctor. I experienced severe abdominal cramps in the evening and had a bowel movement. After visiting the clinic and receiving an injection, I stopped having diarrhea. However, for the following week, I felt constant intestinal movement, exc...

Gastrointestinal issues Hello Dr. Tsai, I have been experiencing abdominal discomfort and irregular bowel movements for the past month. During this time, I visited three different clinics. At the first clinic, I explained my condition to the doctor, who suggested that my gastric...

Bowel movement questions Since childhood, I have had a tendency to experience diarrhea. I have experienced every type of stool according to the Bristol Stool Chart. I used to love eating meat, but later switched to a diet primarily consisting of vegetables and some fiber suppleme...

Is the issue of bowel movements and flatulence possibly related to colorectal cancer? Hello Doctor, I am a junior staff member working in a real estate company. I usually have bowel movements about 1-3 times a day, but a month ago, I started experiencing irregular bowel habits. I...

Gastroesophageal reflux and bowel sounds? 1. Three years ago and one year ago, I underwent gastroscopy, which revealed gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and some gastric mucosal erosion. I was prescribed pantoprazole, and there was improvement at that time. However, recently...

Concerned about whether it is colorectal cancer? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing occasional abdominal discomfort since last week. However, since my menstrual period started, I am unsure what might be causing it. Last week, I frequently had loose stools that were not entire...