Understanding Persistent Heartburn: Causes and Solutions
I have persistent heartburn, but it goes away after I eat? Experiencing persistent heartburn that resolves after eating but returns after about two hours could be indicative of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The occasional sharp pain in the stomach, along with heartburn ...
Dr. Cai Jinji Reply:
Hello Mr. A-Ren: It is possible that there is a problem with your stomach. As for the diagnosis, it is recommended that you visit a hospital for examination and treatment in order to confirm the issue. Director Cai Jin-ji of the Department of Hepatobiliary and Gastroenterology at...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Heartburn: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Nighttime Stomach Pain: Causes and Solutions
Hello, doctor? I am 21 years old. Doctor, I would like to ask you about a condition I experience almost every night. I feel a bloated and painful sensation in my stomach that wakes me up just before dawn, but after a while, it subsides.
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, at 21 years old, I wake up with a bloated stomach and pain just before dawn. After a while, it gets better after having a bowel movement or eating something. This may be related to gastrointestinal function, peptic ulcers, gastritis, or gastroenteritis. If the symptoms per...[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Stomach Pain: Causes and Solutions
Managing Nausea and Vomiting in Post-Operative Ulcer Patients: A Guide
For patients with gastric ulcers who experience recurrent nausea and vomiting after discharge from the hospital, it is important to follow these management strategies: 1. **Dietary Modifications**: Encourage a bland diet that is easy to digest. Avoid spicy, acidic, or fatty food...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: 1. If a gastroscopy has been performed and a diagnosis of peptic ulcer has been confirmed, generally, medication treatment should provide relief. If there is still no improvement, it may be necessary to investigate other causes, such as issues with bowel movements, liver, ...[Read More] Managing Nausea and Vomiting in Post-Operative Ulcer Patients: A Guide
Understanding Bloating and Hunger: Gastrointestinal Issues Explained
Feeling bloated but still hungry? Hello Dr. Lin, I underwent a gastrointestinal endoscopy at the end of last year, and since then, I have frequently experienced diarrhea and bloating, along with increased acid reflux and sour belching. During the procedure, the doctor removed a p...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, A 36-year-old female presents with frequent diarrhea and gastroesophageal reflux, with a history of peptic ulcer disease and gastric polyps. Recently, she has been experiencing increased diarrhea, frequent hunger sensations, postprandial bloating, abdominal rumbling, and...[Read More] Understanding Bloating and Hunger: Gastrointestinal Issues Explained
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Symptoms and Concerns for Young Adults
Gastrointestinal issues Hello Doctor: I am 19 years old and have been experiencing long-term gastrointestinal discomfort since I was about 16. I have visited multiple clinics, and over a year ago, I underwent an endoscopy at a municipal hospital, but no issues were found. However...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If the endoscopic examination shows no significant findings and the weight is normal, it is likely a motility issue, specifically irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). You should discuss medication and lifestyle adjustments with your physician.[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Symptoms and Concerns for Young Adults
Is Eating Small Meals Better for Your Stomach? Debunking Common Myths
Is eating small meals frequently really good for the stomach? Hello, doctor. My mother has been insisting for the past month or two that we change our eating habits to smaller, more frequent meals. The reason is that she has diabetes and also suffers from gastrointestinal issues ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Eating small, frequent meals is primarily a recommendation for those with indigestion or malnutrition who cannot eat large amounts. Under normal circumstances, there is no need to eat small, frequent meals. It is not necessarily good or bad to eat two meals a day; what mat...[Read More] Is Eating Small Meals Better for Your Stomach? Debunking Common Myths
Managing Rapid Gastric Motility and Pain After Dinner: Tips for Recovery
Within 7 days, there were 2 instances of rapid gastric motility after dinner at night? Hello, doctor. I have been recovering from gastritis and recently experienced severe stabbing pain in my stomach after dinner (braised pork rice). This has led me to visit the emergency room tw...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello! Does drinking water help with back pain? The causes of back pain may include muscular or neurological issues, and prolonged inactivity from lying down for too long can lead to discomfort in the back. Peptic ulcers, gastritis, and pancreatitis can also cause pain that radia...[Read More] Managing Rapid Gastric Motility and Pain After Dinner: Tips for Recovery
Understanding Kidney Pain: Impact of Lifestyle and Hydration
Kidney problems I used to work out regularly, but one summer I spent almost all my time lying in bed and hardly moving. Out of boredom, I ended up masturbating almost every day. After that summer, when I resumed exercising, I started experiencing pain in the lower back on both si...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello! Does drinking water help with back pain? The causes of back pain may include muscular or neurological issues, and prolonged lying down without movement can lead to discomfort in the back. Peptic ulcers, gastritis, and pancreatitis can also cause pain that radiates from the...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Pain: Impact of Lifestyle and Hydration
Understanding Abdominal Discomfort: Is It IBS or Something More Serious?
Abdominal bloating and feeling a hard mass on the left side of the abdomen? Hello, doctor! I previously visited the hospital due to a feeling of pressure in my stomach. I underwent two gastroscopies and one colonoscopy. The first examination revealed gastroesophageal reflux disea...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, the gastrointestinal system is interconnected. Frequent bowel movements that provide relief afterward may indicate intestinal dryness syndrome. Both gastroscopy and colonoscopy have been performed, and currently, there is no evidence of gastric cancer; however, treatment f...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Discomfort: Is It IBS or Something More Serious?
Understanding GERD and Side Effects of Dexilant 60mg: Your Concerns Addressed
Taking medication for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) (Dexilant 60mg) may cause issues with gastric obstruction? I was recently diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and a mild ulcer (0.3 cm), so my doctor prescribed me Dexilant (dexlansoprazole) 60 mg. How...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: This type of medication is a proton pump inhibitor used to treat acid-related disorders such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers. It is important to be aware of any potential allergies to the medication. Common gastrointestinal side effects of this ...[Read More] Understanding GERD and Side Effects of Dexilant 60mg: Your Concerns Addressed
Understanding Abdominal Pain and Vomiting in Elderly Patients
Lower abdominal pain and vomiting? Hello doctor, my mother is 80 years old. Last year, she experienced infrequent bowel movements, frequent lower abdominal pain, and dry mouth. Drinking water would also cause her lower abdomen to hurt. Therefore, I arranged for her to have a colo...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, there are many reasons for constipation in the elderly, including gastrointestinal diseases, poor gastrointestinal function, neurological disorders, endocrine diseases, and medications (such as those for Parkinson's disease and hypertension) that may be related. It is...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain and Vomiting in Elderly Patients
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Causes of Abdominal Pain and Nausea
Gastrointestinal issues Last week, I went to the emergency room because I had severe pain above my belly button after eating. After taking medication for ulcers, I felt somewhat better, but today after lunch, the pain suddenly returned. For the past three to four days, my appetit...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
Dear Mr. Chen, Last week, your symptoms resembled gastritis, possibly caused by contaminated food. If the symptoms persist, we should consider peptic ulcer disease, and I recommend seeing a gastroenterologist. Regarding your other issue, it seems similar to irritable bowel synd...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Causes of Abdominal Pain and Nausea
Understanding Constipation and Acid Reflux: Possible Causes and Solutions
Constipation and acid reflux? Hello Doctor: In the past month, I have been experiencing frequent discomfort and pain in my upper abdomen, along with the onset of constipation. I visited a doctor, but they only prescribed medication for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and p...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
You can go to the gastroenterology department for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Constipation and Acid Reflux: Possible Causes and Solutions
Managing Acid Reflux: Effective Strategies and Medication Insights
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can be managed through several strategies. Here are some effective ways to control it: 1. **Dietary Changes**: Avoid trigger foods such as spicy dishes, citrus fruits, chocolate, caffeine, and fatty foods. Eating smaller Three years ago, I ...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, Rabeprazole (Enteric-coated tablets) and Lansoprazole (Nankang) are both proton pump inhibitors (H+, K+-ATPase inhibitors) that can suppress gastric acid secretion, used for the treatment of peptic ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In addition to pharmac...[Read More] Managing Acid Reflux: Effective Strategies and Medication Insights
Morning Saliva with Blood and Bitter Taste: Understanding Possible Causes
Waking up in the morning with yellow saliva that has a blood-like taste and a bitter flavor? I have a history of gastroesophageal reflux and laryngitis, with my first episode occurring a year and a half ago. After persistent coughing that wouldn't improve, I was referred fro...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: The typical symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a burning sensation in the upper abdomen that radiates to the throat. Atypical symptoms may include a feeling of something stuck in the throat, chronic pharyngitis, and asthma-like symptoms. If there is blood...[Read More] Morning Saliva with Blood and Bitter Taste: Understanding Possible Causes
Can Chronic Peptic Ulcers Heal Completely? Insights and Answers
Can chronic peptic ulcers heal? Dear Doctor, I was diagnosed with chronic peptic ulcer three years ago and would like to inquire if it can heal. Since it is classified as a "chronic condition," my insurance company has excluded it from coverage. Can this diagnosed condi...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
It can heal, but it is prone to recurrence.[Read More] Can Chronic Peptic Ulcers Heal Completely? Insights and Answers
Understanding Chronic Peptic Ulcers: Diagnosis and Management Insights
Follow-up on examination report? Hello, doctor. In 2015, I underwent further evaluation due to abnormal fecal occult blood results during a health checkup, which led to a colonoscopy and gastroscopy. During these procedures, a polyp in the rectum was found and removed. However, t...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, the term chronic peptic ulcer does not have a specific meaning; it generally refers to gastric or duodenal ulcers. There should be no correlation between colon polyp removal and stomach pain, and further observation is recommended. Changhua Hospital cares about your health...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Peptic Ulcers: Diagnosis and Management Insights
Understanding Black Stool: Is It a Sign of Peptic Ulcer Complications?
Gastric ulcer, melena? About two weeks ago, I visited a doctor due to stomach discomfort. The doctor performed an ultrasound and diagnosed me with a gastric ulcer and bloating. I was prescribed medications, including Omeprazole and Gastronorm, for a week. After finishing the medi...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: There should be a difference between dark brown and black stools, and it is not clear. A stool test can be accepted to confirm. Try to maintain a light and regular diet, and reduce stress, as this can help decrease the occurrence of ulcers. Changhua Hospital cares about yo...[Read More] Understanding Black Stool: Is It a Sign of Peptic Ulcer Complications?
Do I Need to Return for Follow-Up on My Peptic Ulcer?
Should I return for a follow-up appointment for the ulcer? Hello, doctor: In February, I experienced irregular bowel movements, with a maximum of once a week. Therefore, I went to a clinic for an endoscopy. The examination revealed ulcers, but I did not have abdominal pain. The d...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, the issue with bowel movements is related to colonic motility and is mostly unrelated to gastric ulcers. Increasing fluid intake, consuming more fruits and vegetables, and exercising can help. If necessary, you may return for a follow-up and consider using laxatives. Chang...[Read More] Do I Need to Return for Follow-Up on My Peptic Ulcer?
Understanding Post-Meal Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Stomach pain after eating? Hello Doctor: My symptoms are as follows: 1. I feel a constant hunger sensation around my belly button, which feels tight but not painful. 2. Sometimes after eating, I experience abdominal pain (especially after consuming spicy food), but it resolves af...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to consult a gastroenterologist for a comprehensive evaluation. Conditions such as peptic ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), constipation, abnormal bowel movements, and liver or gallbladder diseases may present with such symptoms. Changhua Ho...[Read More] Understanding Post-Meal Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions