Understanding Rectal Bumps: Causes and When to Seek Help
There is a lump inside the anus? Hello, doctor. I have a cleanliness obsession, so I always clean myself after using the restroom. Today, as usual, I inserted my soapy hand into my rectum for cleaning and suddenly felt a soft lump about the size of a BB pellet. At first, I though...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. It is likely an internal hemorrhoid or a polyp in the anal area. Please avoid manipulating it to prevent bleeding. The Chiayi Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about you![Read More] Understanding Rectal Bumps: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Rectal Pain After Bowel Movements: Causes and Concerns
Pain in the rectal area after bowel movements? Hello Doctor: For the past month, I have been having bowel movements that consist of two to three stools, which are not as thin as a pencil and do not contain blood. After I finish, I feel a brief pain in the rectal area that disappe...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
Dear Mr. Chen, Hello. Based on the symptoms you described, it could range from simple irritable bowel syndrome to colorectal cancer. You may want to discuss this further with your doctor to see if you should start with a routine stool screening. If necessary, a colonoscopy can ...[Read More] Understanding Rectal Pain After Bowel Movements: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Rectal bleeding I just had a bowel movement twice, and both times there was bleeding. The first time, the stool was somewhat soft but had a normal shape and color. There was no blood on the toilet paper, but it had a strange odor that wasn't typical of feces. When I looked d...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Based on the symptoms, the likelihood of hemorrhoidal bleeding is the highest. It is recommended to seek medical attention from a colorectal surgeon.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Gastrointestinal Health
Blood in the stool? I noticed blood streaks after having a bowel movement, and I experienced lower abdominal pain during the process.
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
The presence of blood in the stool requires attention to whether the blood is on the surface of the stool or mixed within it. If the blood is on the surface, it indicates that the source of bleeding is near the anus, which usually suggests hemorrhoidal bleeding. If the blood is m...[Read More] Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Gastrointestinal Health
Understanding Rectal Injuries: Symptoms and Concerns
Rectal issues When I relax my anus while washing, it seems that the water pressure was too strong. Later, when I felt the urge to defecate, I ended up passing yellow liquid and releasing a lot of gas. After researching on Google, I found that the rectum might have been injured. I...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Using water to rinse the anus can stimulate anal contractions and may even trigger the urge to defecate.[Read More] Understanding Rectal Injuries: Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Sometimes there is blood in the stool? Hello, doctor. I am someone who has a bowel movement every day, with a regular physiological clock that prompts me to go in the morning. Usually, my stools don't have much odor. In high school, I experienced constipation once, and after...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: You are experiencing pain in the buttocks and blood in the toilet during bowel movements, although there is no blood on the stool itself. Common causes of rectal bleeding include anal fissures, hemorrhoids, and inflammation. Eating spicy foods and having difficulty with bo...[Read More] Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Managing Persistent Hemorrhoids: Tips for Relief and Prevention
Prolapsed hemorrhoids? I have been suffering from hemorrhoids for a long time. After having a bowel movement, the hemorrhoids habitually protrude. If I don't take a nap, they don't retract on their own, and I feel some pain when walking or sitting, which causes me to mo...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, you can visit the general surgery or colorectal surgery outpatient clinic for an evaluation to determine if surgical treatment for hemorrhoids is necessary. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian[Read More] Managing Persistent Hemorrhoids: Tips for Relief and Prevention
Understanding Persistent Right Lower Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Intermittent pain in the lower right abdomen for several months? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing intermittent pain in my lower right abdomen since June. It started on the night of June 10th with sudden severe pain in the lower right abdomen, but it coincided with the four...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Right lower abdominal pain, based on anatomical location, should consider either gynecological conditions or issues related to the colon. If there are no gynecological problems, then it is likely a gastrointestinal obstruction. However, gastrointestinal issues are not solely stru...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Right Lower Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Causes and Solutions for Digestive Distress
Gastrointestinal and bowel issues? Hello, doctor! Since last summer when I went abroad, I've been experiencing strange issues with my stomach. A few days after arriving there, I felt dizzy and vomited, and since then, my stomach has been making noises and feels like it'...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello: It is likely irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with abnormal motility. You may adjust to a light diet and minimize late nights. If necessary, a stool occult blood test can be performed. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian.[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Causes and Solutions for Digestive Distress
Understanding Bowel Issues: Blood, Pain, and Changes in Stool Shape
Bowel movement issues? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing rectal bleeding when I go to the bathroom recently. On the morning of July 26, my stool was flat and I noticed blood, along with pain in my rectum. Out of fear, I went to a clinic where the doctor diagnosed me with an ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, Miss. You can follow the doctor's instructions for treatment and examinations to alleviate any concerns, so please do not worry. Intestinal tumors causing obstruction can lead to symptoms such as thinner stools, severe abdominal bloating, and pain, which, based on you...[Read More] Understanding Bowel Issues: Blood, Pain, and Changes in Stool Shape
Persistent Lower Abdominal Pain: Seeking Answers Beyond Standard Tests
Lower abdominal discomfort and pain for nearly four months? Hello, doctor. Since March, after experiencing a severe episode of gastroesophageal reflux, I have been feeling discomfort in my abdomen. I have a history of gastrointestinal issues, but this time it feels different. In ...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
Basically, this symptom is related to gastrointestinal dysfunction. It is recommended to consume low-fat, low-dairy, and non-irritating foods, with a focus on white meat. If there is no improvement, a consultation with a gastroenterologist is advised.[Read More] Persistent Lower Abdominal Pain: Seeking Answers Beyond Standard Tests
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
Unusual Rectal Findings After Hemorrhoid Surgery: What to Do Next?
It feels like there is something in the rectum? Hello Doctor, I just had hemorrhoid surgery, but on the third day, my stool was too hard, which seems to have compromised the surgery. While applying the ointment, I inserted my finger a bit and felt something the size of a ping pon...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to consult the original surgeon regarding any issues. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Unusual Rectal Findings After Hemorrhoid Surgery: What to Do Next?
Understanding Diarrhea and Incontinence: Insights from Gastroenterology
Diarrhea and fecal incontinence issues? Recently, one afternoon, I attended a banquet and ate a lot. That evening, after having only a rice ball and a drink, I started to feel some abdominal bloating and nausea. I initially thought it was just indigestion from overeating and figu...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: It is likely that you have diarrhea, characterized by excessive water content in the stool and rapid intestinal movement, which may lead to a feeling of incontinence. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-Shun.[Read More] Understanding Diarrhea and Incontinence: Insights from Gastroenterology
Understanding Right Lower Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Concerns
Recently, I have been experiencing pain in the lower right abdomen? Due to living off-campus during university and eating out for all meals, I underwent a colonoscopy at a major hospital two months ago, where an adenomatous polyp was removed and confirmed to be benign. However, r...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello, sir. Please rest assured that polyps do not cause pain; you can simply monitor them. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Chen Shidian[Read More] Understanding Right Lower Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Bowel Issues: IBS, Hemorrhoids, and Bladder Concerns
Bowel movement issues Hello, doctor! I have irritable bowel syndrome, and for the past 2 to 3 days, I've noticed blood on the toilet paper after having a bowel movement (constipation). It's not a lot, but my anus has a fissure and it hurts a lot. I took vitamin B to see...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
The simultaneous occurrence of bowel movements and urination, in the absence of any organ-related issues and merely as a functional disorder, fundamentally stems from insufficient strength of the pelvic floor muscles. This weakness leads to poor contraction of the rectum and blad...[Read More] Understanding Bowel Issues: IBS, Hemorrhoids, and Bladder Concerns
Understanding Constipation and Gastrointestinal Health Issues
Bowel issues Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing constipation for a long time, which has led to the development of hemorrhoids, although they are not severe. To improve my constipation, I have started drinking some fiber-rich health beverages, and I am indeed able to have bow...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: 1. It is normal for the stool to be well-formed in the front and not well-formed in the back, as this is due to the fact that the water content in the latter part of the stool has not been fully absorbed. 2. If you are unsure about the ingredients in a so-called fiber heal...[Read More] Understanding Constipation and Gastrointestinal Health Issues
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Blood in Stool and Rectal Discomfort
Some issues related to the intestines? Hello Doctor, I have two questions: 1. A few days ago, when I had a bowel movement, the front part of the stool felt somewhat covered in blood, and the stool color was mostly brown with some red mucus. I didn't notice any blood when w...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: You can consult the colorectal surgery department for a detailed examination at Changhua Hospital. Dr. Tsai An-shun cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Blood in Stool and Rectal Discomfort
Why Do I Need to Poop Twice After Waking Up? Understanding Your Digestive Health
Having two bowel movements consecutively after waking up? Hello, doctor. For a long time, I have noticed that when I wake up and feel the urge to have a bowel movement, I usually pass a significant amount. However, what troubles me is that after I have a bowel movement upon wakin...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: 1. This situation is quite common, primarily because the feces in the upper segment tends to accumulate in the rectum. After the first bowel movement, the softer stool can flow down through the curved sigmoid colon when standing up, leading to a renewed urge to defecate. A...[Read More] Why Do I Need to Poop Twice After Waking Up? Understanding Your Digestive Health
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