Understanding Blood in Stool: Symptoms and Potential Causes
Rectal bleeding I. Changes in bowel habits for about 5 years 1. Stools have become thin, approximately the size of a showerhead hose. 2. I feel the urge to defecate after meals. 3. I have bowel movements twice in the morning to feel completely empty; the second one is loose...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
You can seek medical attention for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Symptoms and Potential Causes
Understanding Weight Loss and Digestive Issues: A Gastroenterology Perspective
Nausea and weight issues? Weight loss of 5 kilograms over four months, with a decrease of 2 kilograms in the last month. Recently experiencing discomfort from bloating, and a few weeks ago visited a gastroenterologist who diagnosed it as gastroenteritis. After taking medication, ...
Dr. Hu Guozheng Reply:
Hello, if your symptoms have not improved after medication treatment or if new symptoms have appeared, it is recommended to return for an evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Weight Loss and Digestive Issues: A Gastroenterology Perspective
Understanding Bowel Issues: Symptoms, Concerns, and Possible Causes
Bowel issues Hello Doctor, I am 18 years old. Recently, I have been feeling bloated and have the urge to have a bowel movement, but I am unable to pass stool or only produce small, pellet-like stools. Last week, there was a day when I noticed light red blood around my stool, and ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Further observation is possible; if there is too much concern, a stool occult blood test can be performed.[Read More] Understanding Bowel Issues: Symptoms, Concerns, and Possible Causes
Morning Stomach Pain and Diarrhea: Is It Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Experiencing abdominal pain and diarrhea after waking up? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing this issue since around middle school. Sometimes, after I wake up in the morning and have breakfast, I will have stomach pain and the urge to use the bathroom within about 1-2 hours. ...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: After meals, especially after breakfast, the urge to have a bowel movement should not be considered irritable bowel syndrome; rather, it is likely a manifestation of the gastrocolic reflex. If it is not too bothersome, you can take the opportunity to have a complete bowel ...[Read More] Morning Stomach Pain and Diarrhea: Is It Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Understanding Grayish Stool in Pancreatic Cancer: What You Need to Know
Pancreatic cancer stool? Hello, doctor. In cases of pancreatic cancer, is the stool consistently grayish-white, or does it alternate between yellow-brown and grayish-white stools (for example, yellow-brown one day and grayish-white the next)?
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Consider biliary and pancreatic diseases only if there is gray discoloration or weight loss.[Read More] Understanding Grayish Stool in Pancreatic Cancer: What You Need to Know
Understanding Blood in Diarrhea: Causes and Concerns
Diarrhea with bleeding Hello doctor, every time I have diarrhea, it starts off normal, but after several episodes, I end up passing mucus with blood. Is this due to damage to the intestinal mucosa, an issue with the small intestine, or could it be another condition? (I had a colo...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If there is only temporary mucosal damage, observation and treatment for diarrhea can continue. If there is also weight loss, further medical evaluation should be sought to determine the cause.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Diarrhea: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Pancreatic Cancer: Early Symptoms and Late-Stage Signs
Pancreatic cancer? 1. What are the early symptoms of pancreatic cancer? 2. Are the stools in pancreatic cancer completely grayish-white or a mix of yellow-brown with grayish-white? Is it normal for the stools to be yellow-brown mixed with grayish-white? 3. What are the sympto...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
In the early stages, there are no symptoms at all, and stool color is not a reliable indicator. In the late stages, there may be a weight loss of several kilograms and jaundice.[Read More] Understanding Pancreatic Cancer: Early Symptoms and Late-Stage Signs
Persistent Abdominal Bloating for 3 Months: Possible Causes and Insights
Abdominal distension for approximately 3 months? Hello, for the past three months, I have been experiencing persistent abdominal bloating in the upper abdomen, which feels different from the usual gastric bloating. I do not have belching, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, or pain. Ev...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It may be a slight abnormality in peristaltic digestion. You can manage caloric intake and increase post-meal physical activity to promote peristalsis. If concerned, a fecal occult blood test can be performed to rule out the possibility of colorectal disease.[Read More] Persistent Abdominal Bloating for 3 Months: Possible Causes and Insights
Understanding Upper Abdominal Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Upper abdominal discomfort or pain? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a dull pain in my upper abdomen for almost eight months now, located around the epigastric area. Currently, the symptoms persist as dull pain, and I have issues with bowel movements, sometimes having diffi...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If weight, cancer markers, and lipase blood tests are normal, there is generally no need for further imaging studies. However, if there are still concerns, you may opt for out-of-pocket testing.[Read More] Understanding Upper Abdominal Discomfort: Causes and Solutions
Blood in Stool: Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Noticing blood in the stool? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been under a lot of academic pressure and often stay up late. Today, after having a bowel movement, I noticed dark red blood clots on the toilet paper that resembled dried nasal blood. The amount was small and powder...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Mild internal hemorrhoid bleeding is still considered normal. Increase your intake of fruits and vegetables, stay hydrated, exercise more, and avoid prolonged sitting.[Read More] Blood in Stool: Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Post-Pancreatic Head Resection: Strategies to Combat Muscle Loss and Weight Gain
After pancreatic head resection surgery, there is muscle wasting in the body? Hello Doctor, I was diagnosed two years ago with a "benign" liquid tumor in the head of the pancreas. After undergoing surgery for pancreatic cancer to remove the head of the pancreas and a ye...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If there are no gastrointestinal symptoms, it is recommended to discuss with a nutritionist or rehabilitation specialist on how to correct sarcopenia. The principle is to increase protein intake and engage in resistance training.[Read More] Post-Pancreatic Head Resection: Strategies to Combat Muscle Loss and Weight Gain
Understanding Abdominal Pain and Mass in an 86-Year-Old Patient
My mother, 86 years old, is experiencing pain in the upper left abdomen along with a mass? An 86-year-old individual, with a height of 146 cm and weight of 40 kg, is independent in daily activities. Last night, while getting up to use the bathroom, they suddenly experienced sever...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is recommended to visit the emergency department (not necessarily a large hospital, but any clinic with gastroenterology or family medicine services that offers ultrasound and is open on weekends) for an evaluation to understand the severity of the condition.[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain and Mass in an 86-Year-Old Patient
Understanding Liver Health: Addressing Concerns About Fatty Liver and Tumors
Suspected liver cancer? Hello doctor, my mother has moderate fatty liver and does not have hepatitis B or C. Previously, she had an ultrasound, and the doctor ordered a CT scan, which indicated a suspicion of liver cancer. Blood tests were also conducted, and later the CT scan sh...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Suspicion of liver cancer should be based on preliminary abnormalities, which can be used as a reason to apply for further imaging studies under health insurance. The results confirmed that there is no liver cancer, so there is no need to worry. A splenic hemangioma is benign and...[Read More] Understanding Liver Health: Addressing Concerns About Fatty Liver and Tumors
Chronic Lower Abdominal Pain with Normal Bowel Movements: What to Know
Normal bowel movements, but experiencing chronic lower abdominal pain? Hello, Doctor. I started experiencing lower abdominal pain (cramping) in January 2022, and I cannot determine if it is in the left lower or right lower quadrant (lower middle). Generally, my bowel movements ar...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Normal bowel movements but persistent lower abdominal pain. After defecation, the pain shifts from the lower abdomen to the upper abdomen. There is no pain at night, but pain occurs in the morning upon waking. Abdominal ultrasound and colonoscopy show no issues. Treatment for irr...[Read More] Chronic Lower Abdominal Pain with Normal Bowel Movements: What to Know
Understanding Mild Gastroesophageal Reflux: Symptoms and Concerns
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing intermittent chest tightness. I have undergone many tests, and both my heart and chest cavity are normal. After that, I had an endoscopy and was diagnosed with mild gastroesophageal reflux disease (GER...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: In addition to medication, it is important to pay attention to dietary and lifestyle adjustments. Avoid tea (black tea/green tea/milk tea), coffee, spicy foods, fried foods, high-fat foods, and sweets. Additionally, being underweight or overweight, constipation, and rapid ...[Read More] Understanding Mild Gastroesophageal Reflux: Symptoms and Concerns
Why Is My Stomach Hard? Understanding Abdominal Hardness in Slim Individuals
The abdomen feels firm? Doctor, I am a person with a slim build, standing at 158 cm and weighing 38 kg. Recently, I have noticed that my abdomen feels hard. Is it normal for slim individuals to have a hard abdomen, or could there be another reason for this?
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
As long as the weight is stable, digestion and bowel movements are regular, and there are no symptoms, observation can continue.[Read More] Why Is My Stomach Hard? Understanding Abdominal Hardness in Slim Individuals
Upper Right Abdominal Discomfort: Could It Be Cancer?
Discomfort in the right upper abdomen - cancer concerns? In August 2022, I started experiencing nausea, abdominal bloating, discomfort in the upper right abdomen, and a tingling sensation. I subsequently went to the hospital for an endoscopy, which revealed gastroesophageal reflu...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is unlikely to be related to cancer; it may just be a digestive issue. A fecal occult blood test can be performed.[Read More] Upper Right Abdominal Discomfort: Could It Be Cancer?
Why Did My Liver Tumor Shrink? Understanding Changes in Liver Health
Why do liver tumors shrink? In early November 2022, a company health check revealed that I have mild fatty liver. In mid-November 2022, a hospital examination found a liver tumor measuring 1.5 x 1.0 cm (hypoechoic). The doctor immediately arranged for an abdominal MRI (with contr...
Dr. Hu Guozheng Reply:
Hello, patients with chronic hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and cirrhosis are at high risk for liver cancer and require regular monitoring. If there is a suspected liver tumor on abdominal ultrasound, further confirmation should be done through computed tomography (CT), magnetic reson...[Read More] Why Did My Liver Tumor Shrink? Understanding Changes in Liver Health
Understanding Persistent Hiccups: Causes and Concerns in Gastroenterology
Persistent Hiccups Hello Doctor: I have never experienced issues such as hiccups or gastrointestinal discomfort in the past. However, starting in October of last year, I began to have symptoms of chest tightness, acid reflux, and nausea when lying down. After receiving treatment ...
Dr. Hu Guozheng Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to seek medical examination. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Hiccups: Causes and Concerns in Gastroenterology
Understanding Digestive Issues: When to Seek Medical Help
Bowel-related issues? Hello Doctor: Approximately two weeks ago (around the 16th), I started experiencing diarrhea. I am currently taking medication prescribed by the hospital (around the third day of treatment). I tend to be anxious and nervous (as I have cared for my father wit...
Dr. Cai Jinji Reply:
Hello Mr. Chen: I am unsure of your definition of critical illness. I recommend seeking medical attention for a physician to assess whether further examinations are necessary to identify any issues. If you are experiencing anxiety and nervousness, it may be advisable to consult a...[Read More] Understanding Digestive Issues: When to Seek Medical Help