Concerns About Bowel Health: Understanding Symptoms and Risks at 29
Bowel issues I have been experiencing hard stools during bowel movements. A few days ago, I noticed a small amount of blood in my stool. Yesterday, I had thin, black stools, and today, while the stools are no longer black, they are still somewhat thin. I'm worried that the t...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, experiencing hard stools with blood, some dark in color, occasionally thin and elongated, and sometimes not smooth raises concerns about colorectal cancer. It is advisable to investigate the cause of blood in the stool. Common causes include hemorrhoids, anal fissures, inf...[Read More] Concerns About Bowel Health: Understanding Symptoms and Risks at 29
Understanding Bloating and Abdominal Pain: Is It IBS or Something Else?
Gastrointestinal bloating Recently, I have been experiencing bloating and cramping in my abdomen, and I have difficulty passing gas. Although I have a bowel movement every day, I feel a sense of heaviness followed by lightness. I underwent a colonoscopy in April of last year (the...
Dr. Zhang Kebin Reply:
If the examination results are normal, there is no need for excessive concern; you can continue to monitor the situation. If you have any doubts, it is recommended to return for a consultation with your primary physician. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Bloating and Abdominal Pain: Is It IBS or Something Else?
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in the stool? Hello doctor, I have a question. Today when I went to the bathroom, there was no blood in my stool, but after straining a bit, I noticed fresh red blood on the edge of the stool. The first time I wiped, there was blood, but the second time there was none. I ha...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to investigate the cause of blood in the stool in order to provide appropriate treatment. Common causes of blood in the stool include anal fissures, hemorrhoids, rectal or colon polyps, tumors, or inflammation. It is recommended to increase fiber and fluid ...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Duodenal Polyps: Do You Need Further Testing?
Duodenal polyp-related issues? On December 8, 2021, I underwent an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. Besides having superficial gastritis, numerous small polyps were found in the duodenum, near the bulb close to the pylorus. The doctor performed biopsies, which were diagnosed as ...
Dr. Zhang Kebin Reply:
If the physician determines that it is a "hyperplastic polyp" based on its morphology, there is no need for excessive concern; follow-up examinations can be done every 3 to 5 years. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Duodenal Polyps: Do You Need Further Testing?
Understanding Persistent Indigestion and Abdominal Discomfort
Dyspepsia with upper abdominal discomfort? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing recurrent indigestion for over two years, which has led to weight loss. I underwent an endoscopy last year that showed normal results, and the doctor mentioned that my gastrointestinal tract is qui...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: 1. If you are experiencing anxiety and tension, you may consider trying medication prescribed by your physician. 2. Pay attention to your eating habits; for example, irregular meal times or eating too quickly, and whether you are consuming irritating or hard-to-digest food...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Indigestion and Abdominal Discomfort
Understanding Persistent Indigestion and Abdominal Discomfort
Dyspepsia and discomfort in the upper abdomen? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing recurrent indigestion for over two years, which has led to weight loss. I underwent an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy last year, and the results were normal; the doctor mentioned that my gast...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: 1. If you are experiencing anxiety and tension, you may consider trying medications prescribed by a physician. 2. Pay attention to your eating habits; for example, irregular meal times or eating too quickly, and whether you are consuming irritating or hard-to-digest foods....[Read More] Understanding Persistent Indigestion and Abdominal Discomfort
Understanding Yellowish-Black Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Stool that is yellow with black streaks? I previously experienced frequent abdominal pain, and recently I couldn't tolerate it any longer, so I underwent an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. After the procedure, it was discovered that I had gastric bleeding and Helicobacter ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Let's wait for the results of the occult blood test before making any conclusions! Theoretically, if there is gastrointestinal bleeding, the blood may appear red, possibly dark red, brick red, or bright red. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun[Read More] Understanding Yellowish-Black Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Chronic Green Stool: Causes and Clinical Insights
Green stool for over a decade? Hello Doctor: I have had green stools for over ten years. I have undergone colonoscopy and gastroscopy every two to three years, and there have been no significant abnormalities, aside from intestinal polyps and gastroesophageal reflux symptoms. I h...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
Hello Mr. Fa: The color of your stool is related to bile and food. Your stool color should be considered normal. If the colonoscopy shows no issues, you can be reassured about the absence of colorectal diseases. You may take probiotics and increase your fruit intake. If you still...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Green Stool: Causes and Clinical Insights
Understanding Digestive Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Abdominal discomfort? Hello Doctor, last year around mid-year, I experienced indigestion and bloating, and after undergoing an endoscopy, the doctor said I had mild gastritis and a bit of reflux, but didn't provide much information. Later, I took traditional Chinese medicine...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: If you are experiencing discomfort in the area around your navel, you may want to consider issues related to the intestines. Pay attention to whether you feel like you are not fully emptying your bowels, or if you are experiencing early symptoms of enteritis or diarrhea (e...[Read More] Understanding Digestive Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Managing Gallbladder Polyps: Tips to Prevent Growth
Three gallbladder polyps? Hello, doctor. I have been diagnosed with three gallbladder polyps (0.77, 0.69, and 0.5 cm) through an ultrasound examination. What can I do to prevent the polyps from growing larger (medications or other options)? I would greatly appreciate your guidanc...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Just monitor it; it is unlikely to grow larger. Currently, there are no preventive control methods available.[Read More] Managing Gallbladder Polyps: Tips to Prevent Growth
Understanding Digestive Issues: From Irregular Bowel Movements to Stress
Frequent episodes of diarrhea? I have been observing my condition for a while, but my bowel movements are always unstable; sometimes they are normal, and other times I have diarrhea. After prioritizing my health, I researched online and came across information about colorectal ca...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Please pay attention to your dietary habits by reducing oil and avoiding刺激性 foods, and manage your mental stress appropriately. The issues identified through ultrasound (gallbladder polyps, left renal cyst, kidney stones, and fatty liver) are likely unrelated to the diarrh...[Read More] Understanding Digestive Issues: From Irregular Bowel Movements to Stress
Understanding Helicobacter Pylori Treatment: Antibiotics and Recovery Time
Helicobacter pylori treatment Hello, doctor. I took an antibiotic prescribed by my ophthalmologist, Cephalexin 500mg (CEPHALEXIN CAPSULES "S.T."), the night before my gastroscopy. I only found out afterward that antibiotics should not be taken before testing for Helicob...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: The treatment for Helicobacter pylori is mostly a quadruple therapy for 1 to 2 weeks (PPI + Amoxicillin + Clarithromycin + Metronidazole). The physician mentioned a 2-month treatment, which likely refers to taking a single gastric medication for 2 months, not the Helicobac...[Read More] Understanding Helicobacter Pylori Treatment: Antibiotics and Recovery Time
Understanding Bowel Issues: When to Worry About Rectal Pain and Bleeding
Bowel issues Hello Doctor, I recently experienced rectal bleeding during bowel movements, and after a digital rectal examination at a large hospital, I was diagnosed with an anal fissure. No further tests were conducted. However, the bleeding has recurred, and I am experiencing p...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, a 17-year-old female is experiencing bowel issues—severe anal fissures causing bleeding and pain. Diarrhea or difficulty in bowel movements can exacerbate the fissure problem. It is important to drink plenty of water, increase fiber intake, engage in moderate exercise, and...[Read More] Understanding Bowel Issues: When to Worry About Rectal Pain and Bleeding
Understanding Hemorrhoids: Causes, Symptoms, and Proper Care
Hemorrhoid issues? Hello, Doctor. I had a colonoscopy a year ago, and everything was normal with no polyps. Today, after having a bowel movement, I wiped and did not notice any blood. However, due to my anxious personality, I kept checking for blood repeatedly. Even though I had ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
After bowel movements, simple cleaning or patting dry is sufficient. If concerned, you can check for occult blood in the stool annually.[Read More] Understanding Hemorrhoids: Causes, Symptoms, and Proper Care
Post-Colonoscopy Constipation: Understanding Bile Reflux and Next Steps
Constipation after gastrointestinal endoscopy (not having a bowel movement for several days); and some questions regarding the examination? Hello, Doctor: Last month, I visited a gastroenterologist due to severe constipation, and my previous company health check showed positive f...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
1. Bile reflux during gastroscopy is a common phenomenon and usually does not require intervention. 2. If the bowel preparation is inadequate, it may be necessary to enhance the bowel cleansing and repeat the examination; please discuss this with the attending physician. 3. C...[Read More] Post-Colonoscopy Constipation: Understanding Bile Reflux and Next Steps
Understanding Gallbladder Polyps and Kidney Cysts: Causes and Concerns
What is the reason? During my recent health check-up, I discovered a 0.52 cm gallbladder polyp, a 1.50 cm left renal cyst, and a suspected 0.52 cm kidney stone. I would like to know the causes of the left renal cyst and how it can be resolved or improved (I have been told by my p...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Polycystic kidney disease has a genetic predisposition, increasing the incidence of renal failure and kidney cancer. Most other cases are sporadic with no specific cause. A small number of kidney cysts may continue to increase in size, but most do not grow significantly. O...[Read More] Understanding Gallbladder Polyps and Kidney Cysts: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Left Flank Discomfort: Possible Causes and Concerns
My lower back feels strange? Today, I went for a walk with my mother, but I suddenly felt discomfort in my left lower back. Towards the end of our walk, that area felt cool. I went for an ultrasound examination, which revealed multiple gallbladder polyps with the largest measurin...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: The likelihood of muscle soreness is higher, but if the pain intensifies or is accompanied by hematuria, it is necessary to rule out the possibility of kidney stones obstructing the ureter. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Understanding Left Flank Discomfort: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Abdominal Discomfort: Fatty Liver and Gallbladder Issues
Physical discomfort? I have fatty liver disease and multiple gallbladder polyps, the largest being 0.52 cm, as well as a 1.50 cm cyst on my left kidney and a 0.52 cm kidney stone. This morning, I chose to eat cereal for breakfast to improve my health, but since then, I have felt ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Based on the distribution of organs in the upper left abdomen, it is more likely to be related to gastric discomfort. Additionally, the junction of the transverse colon and descending colon, the left kidney, and the pancreas could also be involved. If the pain worsens, ple...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Discomfort: Fatty Liver and Gallbladder Issues
Sudden Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Sudden severe abdominal pain? I recently went for a walk with my mother, and halfway through, I suddenly experienced sharp pain in the lower right side of my abdomen, which felt like nerve pain. During this time, I also had some mild pain in my right back, but it was bearable, so...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: The cause of abdominal pain after exercise may be due to the presence of food in the stomach, which increases abdominal pressure, combined with rapid breathing that affects the organs near the diaphragm, insufficient warm-up leading to abdominal muscle spasms, or excessive...[Read More] Sudden Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Abnormal Bowel Movements and Rectal Discomfort Symptoms
There is often a sensation of foreign objects after bowel movements, and the stool varies in thickness from thick to thin? Hello Doctor: Since January of last year, I have frequently experienced a feeling of heaviness and a foreign body sensation in my anus. Initially, I did not ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Whether further examination is needed can be determined by a clinical physician. If the clinical physician assesses that it is not necessary, but you still wish to understand your condition better, you may consider participating in a private advanced health check-up. Addit...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bowel Movements and Rectal Discomfort Symptoms