Should You See a Doctor for Changes in Bowel Habits?
Is it necessary to see a doctor if there are changes in bowel habits? Hello Doctor, I have recently changed my lifestyle, which has also affected my bowel habits. I am unsure whether I should visit a large hospital to see a doctor (to avoid wasting health insurance). Recently, I ...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Please consult a gastroenterologist to evaluate whether further examinations are necessary.[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for Changes in Bowel Habits?
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in the stool for two consecutive days? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask for your advice: Yesterday, my bowel movement was clay-colored, soft, and in small quantities, with one piece having a large area of light purple blood on its surface. Initially, there was no blood on ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: 1. Melanocytic nevi can cause discoloration of the stool, which is often distributed on the surface and can occur in the anterior, middle, or posterior segments. 2. X-rays are primarily used to check for fecal impaction or gas. If there is a possibility of pregnancy, it is...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Could It Be Rectal Cancer?
Left lower abdominal pain? I have been experiencing dizziness, palpitations, shortness of breath, and fatigue. Additionally, I have been having pain in my lower left abdomen (approximately near the left side of my pelvis, below the navel). My stools have been watery, yellowish, a...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, if you are concerned, you can visit the gastroenterology outpatient clinic to check for fecal occult blood, or undergo further endoscopic examination. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Could It Be Rectal Cancer?
Chronic Lower Abdominal Pain and Diarrhea: Seeking Answers for Gastrointestinal Issues
Lower abdominal pain, diarrhea? Hello Doctor: I would like to consult you regarding my abdominal pain issue. The location of my pain is just below the navel, and it has been ongoing since October 2015. My abdomen often feels painful, and I occasionally experience diarrhea. After ...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
It is recommended to consult a gastroenterologist, and if necessary, a repeat colonoscopy may be performed.[Read More] Chronic Lower Abdominal Pain and Diarrhea: Seeking Answers for Gastrointestinal Issues
Understanding Mild Lower Abdominal Pain After Eating: When to Seek Help
Mild pain in the lower abdomen below the navel? Why do I often experience slight abdominal pain and the urge to use the restroom after eating? Sometimes I feel a mild bloating and discomfort below the navel, and even after eating a small amount, I feel bloated. Should I consider ...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, a 28-year-old female experiences abdominal pain after eating, feels the urge to use the restroom, and has pain below the navel. She eats small amounts and is prone to bloating. It is recommended to pay attention to dietary habits, chew food thoroughly, avoid irritating foo...[Read More] Understanding Mild Lower Abdominal Pain After Eating: When to Seek Help
Abdominal Pain When Pressing: Is It Normal or a Cause for Concern?
Pressing on the lower abdomen causes pain? I have been experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort recently. This morning, I had a bowel movement that took a long time and required a lot of effort, although the stool appeared normal. However, I have a question: I feel pain in my low...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: In cases of lower abdominal pain in women, in addition to gastrointestinal issues, it is important to consider potential problems related to the urinary tract or gynecological conditions. Wishing you peace and good health! Dr. Ming-Hui Lin, Attending Physician, Gastroenter...[Read More] Abdominal Pain When Pressing: Is It Normal or a Cause for Concern?
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Lower abdominal pain? I started feeling abdominal pain this afternoon, experiencing intermittent cramping, but I don't feel the urge to use the restroom. I couldn't eat dinner, and I only had a bowel movement this morning, which was normal in shape and color.
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Symptoms such as bloating and inflammation of the intestines can cause your condition. It is recommended to consult a gastroenterologist.[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Abdominal Discomfort: Possible Causes and Solutions
The entire abdomen feels off? About two weeks ago (on June 24), I experienced a dull pain in my left abdomen that lasted for approximately 20 minutes and then subsided. However, after this symptom resolved, I began to feel tightness in my lower back on both sides, with the left s...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: You have abdominal pain, pain on both sides of the lower back, occasional diarrhea with changes in stool color. X-rays show no bowel obstruction, and urinalysis is normal. Differential diagnoses for the right lower abdominal pain include gastroenteritis, colitis, appendici...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Discomfort: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Insights
Lower abdominal pain? Hello Doctor: For the past two days, I have been experiencing pain in my lower abdomen when I intentionally press on that area. It feels like I need to urinate after pressing, but I don't actually have the urge to go. Currently, I have normal bowel move...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: It may be due to excessive pressure, or the presence of retained stool and bloating. If the pain persists, you should consult a gastroenterologist at Changhua Hospital to address your health concerns. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Insights
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Is It Muscle Inflammation?
Lower abdominal tenderness upon palpation? Hello, doctor! I would like to ask if the pain in my lower left abdomen when pressed could be due to muscle inflammation? Because when I don't press on it, I hardly feel anything and there is no spontaneous abdominal pain.
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: If there is no pain when not pressing, it is not recommended to apply pressure. Pain may be discomfort caused by excessive force. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Is It Muscle Inflammation?
Managing Persistent Diarrhea and Abdominal Pain: Key Considerations
Persistent watery diarrhea with bleeding and lower abdominal pain? Hello Doctor: I suddenly started experiencing persistent diarrhea, lower abdominal pain, headaches, bloating, and belching over the past two days. I've even had to get up multiple times during the night to us...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: You can increase your fluid intake and maintain a light diet. If the condition worsens, you may need to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Managing Persistent Diarrhea and Abdominal Pain: Key Considerations
Understanding Right Lower Abdominal Pain: Is It Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Abdominal issues? Doctor, this week I've been experiencing pain in my lower right abdomen when bending over or exerting my abdominal muscles, and the pain has been getting more noticeable each day. Could this be related to irritable bowel syndrome?
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: The characteristic of abdominal pain in irritable bowel syndrome is that the pain alleviates after a bowel movement. It is recommended that you consult a gastroenterologist. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-Shun.[Read More] Understanding Right Lower Abdominal Pain: Is It Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Gastrointestinal and Gynecological Concerns
Lower abdominal pain? In the past two to three months, I have frequently experienced dull pain in my lower abdomen, but my bowel movements are relatively normal, occurring once every one to two days. Upon observing my stool, there have been one or two instances of red streaks of ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, Miss. You may first check for occult blood in the stool; if positive, a (non-painful) colonoscopy will be performed for confirmation. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian.[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Gastrointestinal and Gynecological Concerns
Understanding Sudden Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Lower abdominal pain? I started experiencing sudden sharp pain in my lower abdomen, and now it hurts a lot when I press on it. Sometimes, I also feel sharp pain about 4.5 finger widths away from my navel. I went to see a doctor, and they prescribed medication to improve gastroint...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Perform X-rays for further evaluation if necessary.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Right Lower Abdominal Pain After Liver Transplant: Causes and Solutions
Right lower abdominal cramping pain? I had a liver transplant 15 years ago. For the past three years, I've experienced loud stomach noises daily. My hepatologist suggested that it might be due to intestinal adhesions and recommended probiotics, which improved the stomach noi...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: If you want to confirm whether there is an increase in retained stool or gas in the intestines, you may consider visiting a gastroenterologist to see if an X-ray is necessary. Additionally, it is recommended to increase your fluid intake and to chew vegetables and fruits t...[Read More] Understanding Right Lower Abdominal Pain After Liver Transplant: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain and Discomfort: A Gastrointestinal Perspective
Swelling and intermittent pain in the lower left abdomen, with sharp pain on the left side of the lower back? Hello, doctor! I had frequent constipation when I was younger, and there is a family history of cancer; my father passed away from colon cancer. However, since early last...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Left lower abdominal swelling with intermittent pain, sharp pain in the left flank. Differential diagnoses include enteritis, diverticulitis, urinary stones, bowel obstruction, urethritis, and irritable bowel syndrome. There is a family history of colorectal cancer, so attention ...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain and Discomfort: A Gastrointestinal Perspective
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Lower abdominal pain? Hello doctor, on the 15th of this month, I experienced discomfort in my stomach while going to bed at night. It felt like there was some sour taste rising to my throat, and my mouth had a bitter taste with a slight bad breath. I was burping frequently and ha...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: There is a pulling sensation in the lower abdomen, which does not seem to be related to intestinal symptoms. It is reasonable to suspect that a kidney stone may have dropped into the ureter. It is recommended to consult a urologist. Changhua Hospital cares about your healt...[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Persistent Lower Abdominal Pain: When to Consider a Colonoscopy
Persistent mild lower abdominal pain? I have been experiencing a dull pain in my lower abdomen for the past few days, specifically in the area just below my navel. The pain is not unbearable. My bowel habits have remained relatively unchanged over the years, typically having a bo...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
1) Abdominal pain can be merely a functional disorder, and the most likely cause of blood in the stool is hemorrhoids. 2) Lower abdominal pain is not necessarily related to blood in the stool. 3) You may consult a colorectal surgeon.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Lower Abdominal Pain: When to Consider a Colonoscopy
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Next Steps for Diagnosis
Rectal bleeding Hello, I have blood in my stool, which is mostly golden yellow with a small amount of bright red blood, along with lower abdominal pain. Previous examinations indicated that it is not hemorrhoids. A colonoscopy showed some inflammation, but no bleeding point was f...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Whether to repeat a colonoscopy or arrange for other examinations should be determined by consulting a gastroenterologist, who will make a decision based on clinical judgment. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-Shun.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Next Steps for Diagnosis
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Concerns
There is a dull pain in the lower left abdomen or to the left of the navel? Hello doctor, recently I've been experiencing a dull pain in my lower left abdomen and to the left of my navel, which comes and goes (it's not very painful, more like a mild discomfort). I previ...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
It's really very low... I have 25 years of experience in gastroenterology, and I have only encountered one case in individuals under 20 years old. If you are truly concerned, you can undergo a barium enema or even a colonoscopy in the gastroenterology department.[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Concerns