Gastrointestinal tract, Gastroenterology and Hepatology FAQ - Page 15

Gastroscopy Hello Doctor: Yesterday I had an endoscopy, and the report showed only mild gastritis. I'm not sure why my gastrointestinal tract is moving very quickly now, and my heart rate is also elevated today. What could be the reason?

Bloating Hello, I often experience bloating in my stomach. What could be the cause of this? Additionally, I frequently hear gurgling sounds, and when these sounds occur, I feel like my entire stomach is churning. What could be the reason for this?

Passing gas can cause stool to be expelled? Hello doctor, I’m not sure if there’s an issue with my intestines. Even passing gas sometimes causes me to have a bowel movement, especially within a few hours after I’ve just gone to the bathroom. I can’t tell if I need to pass gas or ...

Please ask about the issue of frequently passing gas? Dear esteemed doctors, Hello, I would like to take this opportunity during the New Year holiday to wish you a Happy New Year and prosperity. I also want to ask some health-related questions. I am a 45-year-old male, and all m...

The stomach seems to have poor absorption? Hello, doctor. I feel like my stomach is not absorbing properly. After eating, I have a prolonged feeling of fullness (lasting over 2 hours) and it seems like my stomach isn't digesting. The next day during bowel movements, I notice...

Persistent pain in the lower right abdomen for four years, with a trend of increasing severity... however, all examinations have returned normal results? Hello Doctor, about four years ago, I started experiencing discomfort in my lower right abdomen. During the first year of disc...

Every time I take painkillers, I notice blood in my stool? Hello, I used to experience rectal bleeding after taking painkillers. Later, I consulted a proctologist who diagnosed me with internal hemorrhoids and prescribed topical medication for me. After some time, I didn't h...

Stomach My boyfriend has been experiencing bloating in his stomach for the past couple of days, and he vomits whenever he eats. What could be causing this issue? Additionally, last week he mentioned having pain around his navel. Could there be a correlation between these symptoms...

Belching Hello, Deputy Director. I am asking this question on behalf of my mother: My mother often complains that whenever she drinks sweet beverages (such as soy milk or rice milk), she immediately experiences belching, and the taste has a sour flavor. This symptom has persisted...

Hematochezia Hello, I have been experiencing constipation since middle school, typically having a bowel movement about once a week. In recent years, I have occasionally relied on laxatives to help with bowel movements. There was one instance where I did not have a bowel movement ...

Could it be gastrointestinal bleeding? I have recently been experiencing a cool sensation in my throat, and my stools are mostly dark brown. I also feel some discomfort in my gastrointestinal tract. In the past, I have only had mild ulcers. Could this be a symptom of gastrointest...

Bloodletting Hello, doctor. A few years ago, I had a record of blood in my stool (during the university entrance exam), and recently, due to increased life stress, I have another record of blood in my stool, which is very frightening (the entire toilet was bright red). I am very ...

Is there a problem with the intestines? Dear Doctor: My mother is 57 years old and has had difficulty with bowel movements since she was young. She cannot have a regular bowel movement at the same time every day. Over ten years ago, she underwent surgery for hemorrhoids. In the p...

It hurts so much..? Hello, Dr. Yuan... For the past year or two, I have been experiencing significant discomfort in my gastrointestinal tract. Often, I wake up in the middle of the night with severe stomach pain. Recently, regardless of whether I eat or not, my intestines seem to...

Phenomenon of unknown origin Hello Dr. Lin: In recent months, I have suddenly felt a sensation in my throat as if I want to vomit, along with a sour feeling in my larynx. At the same time, there seems to be a bit of pressure from my esophagus to my stomach. Although it is not sev...

Tongue coating and the stomach? Hello Dr. Lee, My tongue coating often changes color depending on what I eat, especially after drinking milk tea or black tea, which turns yellow. If I don't consume colored foods, it doesn't change color. I found information online sug...

Occult blood reaction Hello Doctor: 1. Recently, I underwent a check-up and found a positive fecal occult blood test. The doctor recommended further colonoscopy, and he prescribed medication for me, but I am afraid of pain and worried about getting sick. Will taking the medicat...

Is it normal for my stool to be dark brown? I recently noticed that my stool was black on one occasion. After that, I observed that it has been mostly dark brown. However, when I visited a gynecologist, I was told that it could be serious and possibly indicate stomach cancer. Alt...

Hello? Hello Dr. Chen, I had normal brown-colored diarrhea two days ago, but today it is black. I find it strange, especially since I just started my menstrual period yesterday. I would like to ask if this could be related to my menstrual period, or could it indicate a gastrointe...

Occasional sharp pain in the lower left abdomen, muscle soreness in the buttocks, and abdominal bloating? You may want to consult a gastroenterologist for your symptoms, as they can evaluate issues related to the gastrointestinal tract, including potential acid reflux. Additional...