Understanding Unexplained Salty Taste: Gastrointestinal Insights
Is it a condition of the digestive system? Since January of this year, I have experienced a salty sensation on both sides of my tongue, although my taste and smell are normal. I initially thought it was due to post-nasal drip, so I underwent laser surgery on my nasal passages, bu...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Hello, you can visit the Department of Otolaryngology for treatment. Wishing you good health. Dr. Chi-Feng Chen, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Salty Taste: Gastrointestinal Insights
Understanding Gastric Polyps: Questions After Two Endoscopies
Both gastroscopies revealed numerous gastric polyps (with an interval of one and a half years)? Hello Dr. Chen: I have undergone self-paid health check-ups for two consecutive years and have found polyps in my stomach. This year, I just completed a painless (under anesthesia) exa...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Hello, "gastric polyps" are quite common lesions in clinical practice, with approximately 2% to 3% of the general population having gastric polyps. Most gastric polyps are asymptomatic, and many individuals discover they have them incidentally during gastroscopy. Only a...[Read More] Understanding Gastric Polyps: Questions After Two Endoscopies
Do You Need Medication After Endoscopic Polypectomy? Insights and FAQs
Is medication required for endoscopic gastric polypectomy? Recently, I experienced sudden and continuous vomiting (seven to eight times in one afternoon, once the next day, followed by several days of abdominal discomfort). The doctor initially prescribed Topaal chewable tablets,...
Dr. Zhang Siyuan Reply:
To Vivi: The presence of scarring in the duodenum does not indicate that ulcers will not recur at that site; it is possible for ulcers to reappear. Generally, as long as gastric polyps are removed using appropriate thermal coagulation techniques for hemostasis, there should not b...[Read More] Do You Need Medication After Endoscopic Polypectomy? Insights and FAQs
Understanding Gastric Polyps: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Gastric polyp Earlier this year, my mother went to the hospital for an endoscopy due to abdominal pain, which revealed a gastric polyp, but it was not removed. Recently, she has experienced two episodes of vomiting and diarrhea over the past month. She consulted a different docto...
Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
Your mother's symptoms are likely not directly related to the gastric polyp. The decision to remove a gastric polyp depends on its size and associated symptoms.[Read More] Understanding Gastric Polyps: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Understanding Digestive Issues: What Your Stool Says About Your Diet
You are what you eat... (sweat) I'm sorry, but it seems a bit gross to talk about (laughs). Recently, I've noticed a phenomenon of "what you eat is what you excrete." One time, I ate stir-fried squid, and the next morning my stool was black, which made me thin...
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
If the stool color is yellow or has a good shape, it is generally acceptable. However, if it is deep purple (or black like hair), it may indicate upper gastrointestinal bleeding, suggesting poor internal health. It is advisable to consume more yogurt for maintenance. Gastric poly...[Read More] Understanding Digestive Issues: What Your Stool Says About Your Diet