Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Gastrointestinal Health
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 ...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
1. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea; it is less likely to involve blood in the stool. If there is blood, it is important to check for any lesions in the anus, rectum, or colon, including hemorrhoids, anal fissu...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Gastrointestinal Health
Understanding Digestive Issues: Is Your Gut Health at Risk?
Abdomen Each time I have a bowel movement, the stool is somewhat loose but still somewhat formed. I'm not sure if this is related to drinking yogurt or if my intestines are unable to absorb moisture. I always feel the urge to go, but I can't seem to pass much, and I don...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello Xiao-Wen: This is one of the manifestations of irritable bowel syndrome, which is quite common and not harmful to health, but can be uncomfortable. Please discuss dietary adjustments (low in fats and lactose) and appropriate medication with a gastroenterologist. Changhua Ho...[Read More] Understanding Digestive Issues: Is Your Gut Health at Risk?
Understanding Loose Stools: Connection to Thyroid and Duodenal Ulcers
Frequent loose stools? Hello Doctor: I have visited the hospital numerous times and have only been told that I have a duodenal ulcer. It has been over three months since I paid for the treatment, and I also underwent a health check-up. The results only showed that my thyroid T3 a...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello LUCKY: There should be no direct relation. Loose stools are often associated with irritable bowel syndrome, which can be managed with medication at a gastroenterology clinic. It is advisable to consume a diet low in fats and lactose. Changhua Hospital cares about your healt...[Read More] Understanding Loose Stools: Connection to Thyroid and Duodenal Ulcers
Understanding Intermittent Digestive Issues: Causes and Solutions
Intermittent dyspepsia Hello, doctor. I have two questions to ask you: A. For the past month, I have frequently experienced bloating. The symptoms include feeling full after eating just a little, and sometimes if I eat a bit more, my stomach feels very distended, and I feel nau...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello: 1. If there is no weight loss, anemia, or gastrointestinal bleeding, and the symptoms fluctuate, it is most likely functional dyspepsia. I recommend that you relax, avoid irritating and hard-to-digest foods, temporarily refrain from drinking milk, and engage in more phys...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Digestive Issues: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Chronic Diarrhea: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Diarrhea Hello Dr. Yuan: For the past month, my gastrointestinal health seems to be poor... I often experience diarrhea... However, when I palpate my abdomen, I do not feel any pain. I saw a doctor who diagnosed me with gastroenteritis... I took medication and followed a light di...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello: The most common causes of diarrhea are gastroenteritis, irritable bowel syndrome, or side effects from diet or medications. If there is no blood in the stool, weight loss, anemia, family history of colorectal cancer, or worsening symptoms, it is advisable to relax, maintai...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Diarrhea: When to Seek Further Medical Advice
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Persistent Diarrhea and Discomfort
Gastrointestinal issues Hello Dr. Yuan, I hope you are doing well. I would like to ask you a few questions amidst your busy schedule. For the past month, I have been experiencing diarrhea and have visited the hospital multiple times. Initially, the doctor suggested it might be ga...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello: I would like to know if you have experienced any blood in your stool, weight loss, fever, anemia, or a family history of colorectal cancer. If none of these apply, it is more likely that you are experiencing irritable bowel syndrome following gastroenteritis. However, othe...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Persistent Diarrhea and Discomfort
Understanding Post-Meal Diarrhea: Causes and Considerations
Diarrhea after eating? Hello Dr. Yuan: My spouse has been experiencing immediate bowel movements after eating since her hysterectomy over a year ago. However, this year, she has started to experience abdominal pain and diarrhea right after eating. We are unsure of the cause. What...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello: After eating, it can stimulate colonic peristalsis, which may lead to the urge to have a bowel movement. If there is no weight loss, along with symptoms such as rectal bleeding, anemia, fever, and fluctuating symptoms—especially if relief occurs after a bowel movement, wit...[Read More] Understanding Post-Meal Diarrhea: Causes and Considerations
Understanding Unusual Stool Shapes: Causes and Concerns
Abnormal stool shape? Dear Doctor, I have been experiencing frequent abdominal pain over the past two to three months. Sometimes it is in the lower abdomen, other times in the upper abdomen, and occasionally in the right upper quadrant. I underwent an ultrasound and gastroscopy...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, Wang; due to indigestion (irritable bowel syndrome), you may visit the gastroenterology outpatient clinic to adjust your diet and manage stress. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian[Read More] Understanding Unusual Stool Shapes: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Bowel Sounds: Causes and Concerns in Gastrointestinal Health
Borborygmi Hello Dr. Chen: In February 2006, I experienced severe abdominal pain during my menstrual period, so on the fifth day of my cycle, I underwent an abdominal ultrasound. To my surprise, the doctor told me that there was nothing wrong with my uterus. However, I was puzzle...
Dr. Li Zhengqi Reply:
Hello Lin Zhi-Han: The colon naturally undergoes peristalsis at irregular intervals for bowel movements, so there is no need to worry. It is recommended to check the stool; if it is normal, you may take gastrointestinal motility inhibitors to alleviate symptoms (only keep them on...[Read More] Understanding Bowel Sounds: Causes and Concerns in Gastrointestinal Health
Understanding Your Digestive Discomfort: Is It IBS or Colon Cancer?
Colorectal diseases Hello, my condition has been feeling strange in my abdomen since last year. I have undergone a colonoscopy, which indicated some minor internal hemorrhoids, but I still feel a persistent bloating and discomfort in my stomach. I also experience frequent flatule...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms are more indicative of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). At 21 years old, if there is no family history of colorectal cancer, the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer is very low. Additionally, since you have undergone a colonoscopy and no polyps or tumor...[Read More] Understanding Your Digestive Discomfort: Is It IBS or Colon Cancer?
Understanding Rectal Discomfort: Causes and Diagnostic Options
Bowel issues I have been experiencing a dull, aching sensation in the rectal area (from the lower back to the anus) for about a month. There is no abdominal pain, but I constantly feel the urge to have a bowel movement. When I do, it is mostly soft stools, and sometimes I experie...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: Regarding the question raised by the patient, clinically suspected irritable bowel syndrome could indeed be associated with rectal inflammation; however, further examinations are necessary for confirmation. A sigmoidoscopy utilizes an endoscope to examine the anus, rectum,...[Read More] Understanding Rectal Discomfort: Causes and Diagnostic Options
Understanding Granular Stool: Causes and Concerns After C-Section
Pellet stool Dear Doctor: I underwent a cesarean section on December 13, 1994, and gave birth to a daughter. My bowel movements have been regular until about three weeks ago when I started experiencing 2 to 3 days without the urge to defecate. I do not feel any bloating or pain i...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: Regarding the issue of showhaw in advance, clinically suspected irritable bowel syndrome may be present normally or could be due to recent abdominal surgery, as gastrointestinal motility may not have fully returned to normal. Therefore, it is recommended to increase water ...[Read More] Understanding Granular Stool: Causes and Concerns After C-Section
Understanding Daily Diarrhea: Causes and Solutions for Your Symptoms
Experiencing diarrhea every day? Hello doctor, for the past year or so, I have been experiencing diarrhea almost every day, averaging about twice a day. I rarely have a normal bowel movement; it's mostly loose stools. Whenever I feel slightly anxious, the situation worsens, ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, Ah-Hsi: This symptom is typical of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), commonly referred to as dyspepsia. Dietary adjustments (low in fat and dairy), relaxation, and medication can help. If there is weight loss or blood in the stool, a colonoscopy is recommended. Changhua Hosp...[Read More] Understanding Daily Diarrhea: Causes and Solutions for Your Symptoms
Understanding Chronic Diarrhea: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Chronic diarrhea I have been experiencing changes in my bowel movements over the past month. Sometimes my stools are loose, other times they are softer, and occasionally I have watery stools. However, I consistently have a bowel movement in the morning upon waking up, and after b...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, Da Pao Country: The symptoms are classified as "Irritable Bowel Syndrome," commonly known as dyspepsia. Adjustments in medication and diet (low oil, low spice, low dairy) can be made. A stool test can be conducted first. If there are still concerns, a colonoscopy...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Diarrhea: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain After Excessive Drinking
Lower abdominal pain? Last month, the patient experienced vomiting and diarrhea due to excessive alcohol consumption. Although the diarrhea has resolved, they have been feeling discomfort in the lower abdomen, including bloating. There are episodes of cramping pain in the lower a...
Dr. Li Zhengqi Reply:
Hello QUEEN: The symptoms mentioned may be due to the intestines not having returned to normal motility after gastroenteritis, and it is also possible that they are indicative of other functional gastrointestinal disorders, including symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. It is re...[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain After Excessive Drinking
Chronic Constipation: When to Consider Another Colonoscopy?
Intestinal weakness and constipation? Hello, Dr. Lee... I have been experiencing constipation for 2 to 3 years. Two years ago, I underwent a colonoscopy and a barium X-ray examination, both of which were normal. The doctor prescribed laxatives, but I can only have a bowel movemen...
Dr. Li Zhengqi Reply:
Hello Yuan Yuan: The indications for a colonoscopy generally follow certain guidelines. It is recommended to undergo the examination if any of the following conditions are present: 1) Bleeding (including blood in stool or positive fecal occult blood test) 2) Family history of col...[Read More] Chronic Constipation: When to Consider Another Colonoscopy?
Daily Diarrhea and Stomach Pain: Seeking Gastroenterology Solutions
Frequent diarrhea? Hello Dr. Chen, I have been experiencing abdominal pain almost every day, along with diarrhea. Sometimes, I have to rush to the bathroom multiple times right after eating, and other times, I find myself going to the bathroom several times in the morning on an e...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
In response: Given your condition, it is recommended to undergo a colonoscopy to rule out organic diseases of the colon. If no tumors or inflammatory diseases are found, it may lean towards functional disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, which can be managed with medicatio...[Read More] Daily Diarrhea and Stomach Pain: Seeking Gastroenterology Solutions
Understanding Gastric Volvulus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Gastric volvulus Hello, doctor. I have been prone to anxiety since childhood, and whenever I face significant exams, my stomach starts to hurt. Two years ago, while preparing for the advanced technician exam, I developed a stomach ulcer, possibly due to the intense exam pressure....
Dr. Li Zhengqi Reply:
Hello Siyou: Based on the description above, functional gastrointestinal disorders (including non-ulcer dyspepsia, gastroparesis, irritable bowel syndrome, etc.) are possible causes. Of course, it is essential to first confirm whether any ulcers have healed. If it is a functional...[Read More] Understanding Gastric Volvulus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Frequent Gas and Bloating: Understanding Digestive Health Concerns
Excessive flatulence? I used to have frequent lower abdominal pain, and after undergoing a colonoscopy, the doctor said everything was fine. However, now I often feel the urge to pass gas, and my stomach makes noises continuously right after I eat. I'm really worried that th...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello, if you experience lower abdominal pain that improves after a bowel movement, occasional constipation, intermittent diarrhea, or stools that are sometimes hard and sometimes soft, these are symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Given that you are only 21 years old, it...[Read More] Frequent Gas and Bloating: Understanding Digestive Health Concerns
Understanding Your Bowel Movements: When to Seek Gastrointestinal Care
Hello, doctor? Is it normal for daily bowel movements to be in a sausage shape? I have bowel movements every day, but I feel a bit uncomfortable in my stomach when I wake up in the morning. However, I feel better after using the bathroom. My stools are soft and somewhat watery, w...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello, if your symptoms have been persistent for a long time and are not accompanied by weight loss, anemia, blood in the stool, or fever, it is likely that you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). The exact cause of IBS is unclear, but it may be related to abnormal bowel motilit...[Read More] Understanding Your Bowel Movements: When to Seek Gastrointestinal Care