Abdominal pain, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 8

Unexplained urethritis? Hello Dr. Wang, I have experienced a burning sensation during urination and pain at the urethral opening three times in the past two months. However, each time I have undergone urinalysis, the results have been normal, and no infection has been identified,...

Excess stomach acid Hello, doctor. I previously underwent an endoscopy which showed that my gastrointestinal tract is generally fine, but I have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). I have been taking Pantoprazole for a month, but I occasionally experience acid reflux, a burni...

Gastrointestinal discomfort? Hello, doctor. First of all, thank you for your response to my questions last month. After that, I visited a physician who initially diagnosed me with general gastritis. I was prescribed medications for gastrointestinal motility disorders, to reduce b...

Rectal bleeding I have recently been experiencing abdominal pain upon waking up in the morning, which makes me urgently need to have a bowel movement. I usually consume alcohol, and I'm unsure if this is related. Tonight, after having a bowel movement, I noticed mucus-like b...

Regarding sharp pain in the right upper abdomen? Hello, Dr. Hsiao. I have been experiencing a sudden feeling of hunger shortly after meals, which feels somewhat like an empty stomach sensation without the typical stomach growling. If I eat too quickly, I might even feel hungry ha...

Regarding sharp pain in the upper right abdomen after exercise? Hello Dr. Hsiao, I previously inquired about a problem here (#107015). The symptoms of hunger have not disappeared, and I am currently maintaining a small, frequent meal schedule. I would like to ask another question...

Treatment for acne includes taking Androcur? To treat acne, I underwent blood tests that showed elevated testosterone levels and have been taking Androcur for several months. However, my libido has significantly decreased. Previously, I would wake up with an erection every mornin...

Left abdominal pain? After researching various materials and sharing experiences online, I have realized that I am experiencing discomfort in the upper left abdomen, approximately near the bottom left rib. The pain is not very severe (it feels more like a dull ache), but it has p...

Difficulty breathing, sensation of a foreign body in the throat, dull pain in the right abdomen, chest tightness, and insomnia? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing long-term sleep deprivation due to staying up late. Since January of last year, I have had difficulty with my exh...

Is it irritable bowel syndrome? Hello, Dr. Hsiao! I would like to ask you some questions... For the past few months (over 3 months), I have been experiencing some unusual bowel habits. I have been having bowel movements 4-5 times a day, and about 10 minutes after eating, I feel t...

Left upper abdominal pain? Hello doctor, my girlfriend has been experiencing sharp pain in her upper left abdomen near the ribs. The pain worsens with deep breaths, and she has a decreased appetite. Her bowel movements are normal, and this has been ongoing for about two days. Cou...

Abdominal issues? Hello doctor, I've recently been experiencing a slight pain in my abdomen, just to the left of my navel. It's not extremely painful, but I also have been passing gas frequently and my stomach feels bloated. What could these symptoms indicate?

Chest pain or angina? I have been experiencing sudden chest pain for a week, with each episode lasting 5 to 10 minutes. The pain is severe enough to make me feel nauseous and cause difficulty breathing and shortness of breath. It even extends to abdominal pain. I have no worries,...

Pellet-like stools Hello doctor, for the past two to three weeks, my bowel movements have been consistently pellet-like. However, everything else is normal; I don't have abdominal pain or constipation, and my bowel movements are smooth. It's just that the stools come ou...

Left abdominal pain? Pain in the left abdomen that occurs during relaxation but not during exertion, lasting for one to two days, could be due to several reasons. It may be related to muscle strain, gastrointestinal issues such as gas or bloating, or even referred pain from other...

I have alternating pain in my left and right abdomen? Hello Doctor: At first, I only experienced bloating, which made me feel nauseous in the evening, along with some mild belching and flatulence. Then, a day later, I started having slight pain in my left abdomen, which has now s...

Lower left abdomen Could you please tell me if my lower left abdomen hurts when my stomach is relaxed and when I walk, but it doesn't hurt too much? I don't feel pain when sitting down during exertion. The discomfort started yesterday after exercising a couple of days a...

Rib and abdominal pain? Coughing causes pain at the lower rib margin, and there is also pain above and below the navel. Gastrointestinal motility has been rapid recently, and there is tenderness upon palpation, which resolves when pressure is released. Certain positions exacerbat...

Frequent unexplained nausea? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing frequent vomiting over the past few months. Sometimes I vomit right after eating, and often I wake up and vomit even before having breakfast. Occasionally, this is accompanied by abdominal pain. What could be wro...

Intermittent abdominal pain? What could be causing intermittent abdominal pain? Sometimes it's in the upper abdomen, and other times it's in the lower abdomen.