Bowel movements, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 8

After having gallstones, I feel like my life is going to be dull? Hello Doctor, I learned from a health check that I have gallstones. I have always considered myself a healthy person, going to bed early, waking up early, jogging regularly, and being mindful of my diet. My health ...

Kidney inflammation..? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask you about an issue I experienced 5-6 days ago. I felt slight pain in the lower left part of my back, and there was also mild discomfort when bending over. After visiting a gynecologist, I was diagnosed with kidney inflammat...

Regarding the bowel movement issue I inquired about last time..? Hello Doctor: Thank you for your response. Well... perhaps it's because I don't like drinking water, which has led to my constipation for over 8 years. I had hemorrhoids when I was in the third grade, and ...

Bowel issues Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing frequent diarrhea, with my stools appearing a clay-like yellow color, mixed with remnants of the food I ate in my last meal. I have a history of constipation, where I would have bowel movements about 2 to 4 times a wee...

The viscosity of stool? Hello, Director Hong. I would like to ask about my bowel movements. Last time during my ovulation period, I noticed that my stool was somewhat sticky (similar to the consistency of ovulation discharge, slightly elongated, but not as exaggerated). I initial...

I feel like my stomach is about to explode..? Hello, Doctor! I am a college student suffering from gastrointestinal issues. Ever since I ate contaminated noodles during my senior year of high school last year, I have experienced significant changes in my digestive system. I often...

Gastroenteritis Hello! I am a 27-year-old female and often experience a dull pain in my abdomen, bloating, and a slight feeling of nausea. I frequently burp (especially when I'm hungry), and my bowel movements usually occur 2-3 times a week, with the longest gap being 6 days...

Regarding yesterday's question? Hello, doctor. Regarding the issue of sharp pain near the anus that I mentioned last night, I would like to add that I experience this sensation about three to four days a week. Each episode lasts around seven to eight seconds and is not very ...

Do I need to take medication? In the morning, my fasting blood sugar is around 140, and my HbA1c is 7%. Therefore, my doctor said I could manage without medication, just by controlling my diet and exercising, and I should return for regular check-ups every three months. Later, I ...

Can hemorrhoids cause blood to drip when having a bowel movement? Hello, every time I have a bowel movement, I notice something that looks like hemorrhoids protruding from my anus. This issue has been going on for about three years. I have avoided seeing a doctor due to embarrass...

Gastrointestinal issues Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing diarrhea for the past month. Three weeks ago, I went to see a doctor, and after a stool test, the doctor informed me that I had mild intestinal inflammation. He prescribed medication to aid digestion and relieve bloat...

Bowel issues? I have recently experienced occasional blood in my stool, and there is some pain during bowel movements. If this is due to hemorrhoids, colorectal cancer, or polyps, what impact could it have on my health if I don't see a doctor? Additionally, my menstrual flow...

I'm really troubled! My son is thirteen years old and typically has a bowel movement about once every one to two days (at most three days), which should be considered fairly normal. However, it is strange that his stools seem particularly large and often clog the toilet, lea...

Right abdominal pain? Hello Doctor: In September of this year, I underwent a varicocelectomy due to varicocele (the incision was made in the left lower abdomen). About a week after the surgery, I began experiencing localized soreness in the right abdomen and right flank, but I co...

Why can't it be detected? Hello doctor, I have many questions to ask you. I have been experiencing excessive flatulence, and it seems to be continuous. It gets worse when I lift heavy objects, and the gas is quite foul-smelling. My bowel habits have also changed; sometimes I...

Persistent diarrhea, weight loss, nausea, and vomiting? Hello, I have been experiencing abdominal pain and diarrhea since September, with bowel movements occurring 3-4 times a day consisting of loose stools, accompanied by nausea and loss of appetite. I previously visited a gener...

The stool is black? Doctor, I have recently been experiencing difficulty with bowel movements, and the stools I pass are black. Is this abnormal?

Bowel movement frequency I gave birth in July this year (my first child), and after completing my postpartum confinement, I have been having bowel movements three times a day (once in the morning and twice in the evening). The shape of my stool varies; sometimes it's pellet-...

Abdominal bloating For the past week, I've been experiencing abdominal bloating around 4 PM each day. It feels like my stomach is enlarging, and it's quite uncomfortable. However, from the time I wake up until noon, I feel fine and have no issues. There are no problems ...

Is there a relationship between hyperhidrosis and the endocrine system? Hello, I have a problem with generalized hyperhidrosis. I previously consulted with Dr. Ding from the neurosurgery department, and according to his response, I am indeed an irritable person with elevated bloo...