Bowel movements, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 7

I am not sure if I have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Hello Doctor: I have been suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) for over three years. I have undergone two gastroscopies and stool tests, but both gastroscopies indicated mild inflammation. I felt better for a few da...

Abdominal bloating? I have been experiencing abdominal bloating recently, feeling full even without eating, as if my stomach is filled with a lot of water (similar to the sensation after drinking a lot of water at once). Sometimes, I also experience symptoms of excessive stomach ...

Metabolic issues I have a few questions. I originally weighed 50 kilograms and often experienced constipation. However, at the age of 23, I suddenly started having regular bowel movements every day. In the span of a year, I gained 10 kilograms. I heard that constipation can lead ...

I'm very scared? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing some difficulty with bowel movements lately. It has been over a week since my last bowel movement. After drinking vinegar and eating apples, I finally felt the urge to go. However, when I did, I noticed bright red blood...

Constipation I used to have irregular bowel movements, so I started using laxatives. Now I'm dependent on them, and I can't have a bowel movement without them. Do I need to see a doctor? Which specialist should I consult?

Is it possible to gain weight if you have a poor constitution? Hello doctor, I seem to have a poor constitution. Although I haven't had a thorough examination, I often feel that my sense of fullness lasts a long time after eating, as if I haven't digested my food. When ...

Passing oil during flatulence or bowel movements? Hello Doctor: I sometimes experience oily discharge during gas or bowel movements, approximately once every month or two. I have undergone tests for stool and blood at the hospital, and the results were normal. The doctor only adv...

Severe intestinal bloating? I have had gastrointestinal issues for a long time. A year ago, I developed gastritis due to gastroenteritis, and since then, my stomach has been more prone to pain. As a child, I did not like to have bowel movements, so I never developed a regular bow...

Constipation? Hello Doctor: My symptoms are as follows: for about the past two weeks, I have been experiencing very little bowel movement. I have been eating normally for all three meals, so I used to have a substantial amount, but recently, for some unknown reason, it has sudden...

Two small problems, yet they are a big hassle! Hello Dr. Hong: Previously, a netizen mentioned that their stomach was constantly gurgling, and they were experiencing excessive and foul-smelling gas, with occasional smooth bowel movements. It seems that many people have this issue...

Hemorrhoidal bleeding Dear Dr. Tsai, I have reviewed the frequently asked questions regarding rectal bleeding, and while my situation is somewhat similar, there are still differences, so I would like to seek your advice. I have been experiencing rectal bleeding for about a week ...

Left lower abdominal bloating and cramping? Dear Dr. Hsiao, My 22-year-old daughter has been experiencing bloating and cramping pain in her lower left abdomen for the past two weeks. She has noticed a decrease in her bowel movements and feels as though she cannot fully relieve h...

Defecation 1. If you are experiencing incomplete bowel movements, what should you eat more of? For instance, if after a bowel movement you still feel some residue, it can be quite uncomfortable. 2. If you have a bowel movement every morning, are you expelling waste from yesterd...

Abdominal pain Hello Doctor: My child has been complaining of stomach pain for the past few days. Sometimes the pain is quite severe, but most of the time it's just mild. The bowel movements are soft, but not watery enough to be considered diarrhea; sometimes they occur up t...

Dizziness I would like to ask the doctor two questions: 1. I rarely have bowel movements; I can go about a week without one, and sometimes I stop for 5 to 6 days (which is the best case). There have also been times when I haven't had a bowel movement for 1 to 2 weeks. Each...

Is left flank pain a kidney problem? Hello Doctor: About a year ago, I started experiencing pain in my left lower back. Later, I consulted a urologist who suggested it might be a lumbar strain and prescribed some medications for the strain. The pain did improve, although it still...

Regarding third-degree hemorrhoids? I have researched information about hemorrhoids and realized that I might have them, specifically at stage three (there is no pain after bowel movements, but there is blood when wiping, and there are hemorrhoids that protrude from the anus and ...

Thyroid function resistance Hello Dr. Yang, the doctor at Cathay currently believes it is hyperthyroidism and is still waiting for the ultrasound report. No treatment has been initiated yet. My symptoms are: 1) elevated body temperature 2) increased frequency of bowel movements f...

The stool is pellet-like? I have noticed that my stool has recently become darker and grainy (it used to be normal and tubular). I have bowel movements almost every day, but occasionally I feel like I haven't fully emptied my bowels. A long time ago, I experienced a situatio...

Colonoscopy Hello: I have been experiencing constipation for 2 years. During this time, I have relied on medication for bowel movements, although it's not solely dependent on medication. It's just that going to the bathroom is not very easy. I underwent some examination...