Can Contrast Agents Replace Endoscopy for Stomach Issues?
If you are hesitant to undergo an endoscopy, is it possible to use a contrast agent for imaging instead? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing bloating for a long time, and sometimes I have stomach pain and acid reflux. However, I am afraid to undergo an endoscopy because I am ...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Hello, to diagnose upper abdominal discomfort, we suspect gastric, duodenal, or even esophageal lesions. Gastroscopy is the most direct method to visualize mucosal lesions, and if necessary, a biopsy can be performed (for instance, if malignancy is suspected or to check for Helic...[Read More] Can Contrast Agents Replace Endoscopy for Stomach Issues?
Understanding Gastric Bleeding: Causes, Symptoms, and Dietary Tips
Gastrointestinal bleeding issues? Hello, doctor: I am inquiring for a relative who may have experienced gastrointestinal bleeding due to high family and work stress, resulting in black, hard stools (blood clots) for a week. They later went to the hospital for a hemostatic injecti...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello, the most important aspect of gastrointestinal bleeding is to identify the cause of the bleeding in order to treat and prevent it accordingly. Common causes include ulcers. If ulcers are present, it is essential to avoid taking pain relievers (such as those for headaches, j...[Read More] Understanding Gastric Bleeding: Causes, Symptoms, and Dietary Tips
Understanding Duodenal Ulcers: Treatment and Dietary Considerations
Duodenal ulcer Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about my condition. About a month ago, I underwent an endoscopy, and the results showed gastric inflammation and a duodenal ulcer without H. pylori. The doctor mentioned that the ulcer is not severe. At that time, my symptoms ...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Hello, Takepron does not neutralize stomach acid but rather inhibits gastric acid secretion. Other similar medications, such as Nexium (esomeprazole) and Pantoloc (pantoprazole), have the same effect and can strongly suppress gastric acid secretion. Gastric acid is a crucial fact...[Read More] Understanding Duodenal Ulcers: Treatment and Dietary Considerations
Understanding Stomach Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Dietary Tips
Gastric ulcer Gastric ulcers are caused by an imbalance between the protective factors of the stomach lining and the aggressive factors that can damage it. Common causes include infection with Helicobacter pylori, prolonged use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), ex...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Hello, the development of gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers can be attributed to various factors, including excessive gastric acid secretion, Helicobacter pylori infection, medications, significant illnesses or injuries, burns, and emotional stress, all of which may contribute t...[Read More] Understanding Stomach Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Dietary Tips
Understanding Chronic Stomach Pain: Causes, Risks, and Dietary Tips
Regarding recurrent stomach pain? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask you a question. If someone experiences frequent stomach pain and sometimes bloating, but had tests done two years ago that showed no issues, is there still a possibility that it could develop into cancer? Or is ...
Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
There are many causes of stomach pain, which may include superficial gastritis, erosive gastritis, atrophic gastritis, ulcers, or gastric cancer, as well as gastrointestinal motility issues. Individuals with the following conditions are at a higher risk of developing gastric canc...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Stomach Pain: Causes, Risks, and Dietary Tips
Understanding Duodenal Ulcers: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Stop Medication
Duodenal ulcer I was previously diagnosed with duodenal ulcers, and after taking medication for nearly three years, I still experience dull abdominal pain whenever I stop taking the medication for a while. Occasionally, I also notice blood in my stool. Why is this happening? How ...
Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
The treatment process for duodenal ulcers typically takes about four months for healing. If healing has not occurred, there may be other factors involved, such as the presence of a duodenal ulcer combined with Helicobacter pylori infection, which would require simultaneous eradic...[Read More] Understanding Duodenal Ulcers: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Stop Medication
Best Foods and Remedies for Stomach Ulcers: What to Eat?
What foods are better for gastric ulcers? Our teacher recently developed a gastric ulcer. Are there any home remedies for gastric ulcers? What supplements would be beneficial?
Dr. Liang Jiade Reply:
Patients with gastric ulcers must take their prescribed medications (antacids) on time and avoid irritating foods. Additionally, it is important to check for Helicobacter pylori infection; if present, antibiotic treatment must be included.[Read More] Best Foods and Remedies for Stomach Ulcers: What to Eat?
Understanding Helicobacter Pylori in Stomach and Duodenal Ulcers
Helicobacter pylori 1. Is Helicobacter pylori commonly associated with gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers? 2. Can a doctor determine the presence of Helicobacter pylori based solely on experience during an endoscopy without conducting other tests? 3. If a physician indicates ...
Dr. Zhang Yuting Reply:
1. About 80 to 90 percent of patients with gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers are infected with Helicobacter pylori. Aside from ulcers caused by NSAIDs and other rare causes, there is a significant association between Helicobacter pylori and the formation of ulcers. 2. Gastroscop...[Read More] Understanding Helicobacter Pylori in Stomach and Duodenal Ulcers
Understanding Duodenal Ulcers: Differences from Gastric Ulcers and Treatment Duration
Duodenal ulcer Is a duodenal ulcer different from a gastric ulcer? If an endoscopy has confirmed the presence of a duodenal ulcer, is it necessary to perform a Helicobacter pylori test? The doctor has identified a 2 cm ulcer and recommends antibiotic treatment for more than four ...
Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
Gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers are two types of ulcers located in different areas. If a duodenal ulcer is present, a test for Helicobacter pylori can be performed. If there is a Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic treatment is required for two weeks, along with the addi...[Read More] Understanding Duodenal Ulcers: Differences from Gastric Ulcers and Treatment Duration
Understanding Stomach Ulcers: Causes, Diet, and Lifestyle Tips
About gastric ulcers? I’m sorry to hear about your father’s condition. Gastric ulcers, also known as peptic ulcers, are sores that develop on the lining of the stomach or the first part of the small intestine. The main causes of gastric ulcers include: 1. **Helicobacter pylori i...
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Gastric ulcers are lesions that form in the stomach wall due to the erosion of the gastric mucosa by gastric acid. Gastric ulcers can be detected through upper gastrointestinal X-ray with barium contrast or endoscopy. In this condition, 90-100% of patients with duodenal ulcers an...[Read More] Understanding Stomach Ulcers: Causes, Diet, and Lifestyle Tips
Understanding Helicobacter Pylori Testing: Methods and Availability
How is the Helicobacter pylori test performed? Is it necessary to perform an endoscopy to check for Helicobacter pylori? Can it be detected through a blood test? Are these tests available in general hospitals? Thank you!
Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Patients infected with Helicobacter pylori have a four to six times higher risk of developing gastric adenocarcinoma and gastric lymphoma compared to the general population. Generally, individuals with peptic ulcers, dyspepsia, gastric lymphoma, or a family history of gastric can...[Read More] Understanding Helicobacter Pylori Testing: Methods and Availability
Understanding Helicobacter Pylori: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Helicobacter pylori In October, I underwent a self-paid health check and was found to have Helicobacter pylori. When I took the report to the hospital to get medication, the doctor insisted that I undergo an X-ray examination. A week later, I consulted another physician about the...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello everyone: 1. The transmission route is still unclear, but it is likely transmitted orally. The potential for carcinogenicity is also not well understood, although there is a statistical correlation. 2. Patients may experience gastrointestinal discomfort or may be asymptomat...[Read More] Understanding Helicobacter Pylori: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options