Understanding Abdominal Distension: Causes and Concerns for Women
The abdomen feels bloated, and there is discomfort when pressure is applied? Recently, I have noticed a sudden increase in the size of my lower abdomen. As a naturally slim woman, my abdomen used to be completely flat, but now it appears more protruded than before. When I have a ...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Lulu: 1. There are many causes of abdominal discomfort, which are often difficult to diagnose. However, symptoms that physicians tend to pay more attention to include fever and chills, nausea and vomiting, belching and bloating, dry mouth, diarrhea, hematemesis, melena, we...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Distension: Causes and Concerns for Women
Addressing Health Concerns: Emergency Discharge and Symptoms in Young Patients
Questions Regarding Physical Condition and Hospital Admission/Discharge Hello, Director Li: I have a 19-year-old female friend with some questions I would like to ask you. 1. If the parents disregard the patient's signed AAD (Against Medical Advice) voluntary discharge conse...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: 1. Patients can choose which hospital to visit, but once they have received care, they must respect the expertise of the medical team. 2. I am unable to provide a diagnosis; please seek medical attention at a hospital, and if you encounter difficulties, you may seek suppor...[Read More] Addressing Health Concerns: Emergency Discharge and Symptoms in Young Patients
Dealing with Severe Constipation: Seeking Solutions Beyond Medications
Severe constipation Last year, I drank laxative tea daily for weight loss and then switched to aloe vera capsules, which I eventually stopped using. However, now I cannot have regular bowel movements without relying on traditional Chinese medicine or probiotic powder to stimulate...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: 1. It is recommended to develop a habit of using the restroom at a fixed time each day (preferably during a more relaxed period) and avoid reading newspapers or using your phone while on the toilet. 2. You can massage your abdomen, focusing on the area around the navel,...[Read More] Dealing with Severe Constipation: Seeking Solutions Beyond Medications
Understanding Abdominal Swelling: What to Know About Left of the Navel
There is a lump on the left side of the abdomen near the navel? Hello, I have been experiencing intermittent bloating in my gastrointestinal tract recently. I noticed that the area around my navel feels different on the left and right sides; the left side feels slightly swollen. ...
Dr. Xie Rongyuan Reply:
Hello: Please visit the hospital for a medical examination to accurately diagnose the cause of your condition. Thank you for your message![Read More] Understanding Abdominal Swelling: What to Know About Left of the Navel
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain Below the Navel: Possible Causes
Just below the navel? Hello doctor, sometimes I experience pulling pain just below my navel (about four fingerbreadths down) when I exert myself, especially noticeable and painful when using the restroom. In everyday positions, if I stretch my abdominal muscles, it also hurts. Ta...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Common causes of lower abdominal pain: 1. Gastrointestinal system: acute gastroenteritis, appendicitis, bowel obstruction, diverticulitis, intestinal perforation, constipation, etc. 2. Urinary system: renal colic, urinary tract infection, acute urinary retention, etc. 3. Reproduc...[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain Below the Navel: Possible Causes
Chest Impact from Dodgeball: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Hit in the chest by a dodgeball..? Two days ago, I was hit in the sternum and the area between my chest and abdomen while playing dodgeball with my classmates. Now I have a feeling of fullness in my stomach, poor appetite, fatigue, and excessive sleepiness. Will this condition im...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Generally, the area between the sternum and the navel is referred to as the epigastric region. An external force impacting this area can not only directly affect the stomach but may also transmit force to surrounding structures and the posterior abdominal cavity. Therefore, organ...[Read More] Chest Impact from Dodgeball: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Chronic Abdominal Pain: Seeking Answers Beyond Gastrointestinal Issues
I'm not sure where the problem is? Hello Doctor: I have been suffering from prolonged abdominal pain for many years. Especially in the past year, I have been experiencing pain around my navel! Every morning when I wake up, it feels like a pain from coughing for a long time! ...
Dr. Lin Shunfa Reply:
Dear Butterfly, regarding your abdominal pain and bowel movement issues, you may want to consult a gastroenterologist for further evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Chronic Abdominal Pain: Seeking Answers Beyond Gastrointestinal Issues
Understanding Abdominal Pain: Causes Around the Belly Button
Is it stomach pain, abdominal pain, or something else...? Hello, I would like to ask about occasional pain on either side of the navel, and sometimes in the upper part of the abdomen. What could be the cause of this? Sometimes the pain is around the navel as well. Thank you.
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello, Xiao Ju: Based on the symptoms you described, they seem to lean towards gastrointestinal issues, which can have many causes, such as irregular bowel movements, abnormal diet, or other conditions like peptic ulcers, among others. If you are female, gynecological issues shou...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain: Causes Around the Belly Button
Understanding Lymphadenopathy and Rash: Possible Causes and Insights
Lymphoma rash Hello Doctor: Recently, I've been feeling somewhat unwell, and I'm not sure if it qualifies as an illness. I kindly ask for your preliminary assessment. Around the end of April this year, I noticed a swollen lymph node in my neck, which was accompanied by ...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Hello: 1. If you have a fever along with a rash and have recently visited the beach or mountains, it is possible that you may have contracted scrub typhus. 2. It is recommended that you check for rashes or insect bite marks in areas such as the armpits, around the navel, the groi...[Read More] Understanding Lymphadenopathy and Rash: Possible Causes and Insights
Understanding Abdominal Pain and Cold Sweats: Causes and Solutions
Abdominal pain with cold sweats? Hello, I previously asked about small intestine and paralytic ileus issues. Thank you for your detailed response. Following up on my last question, I still have abdominal pain in the left lower quadrant. I had abdominal surgery (total hysterectomy...
Dr. Xiao Jingqin Reply:
When the intestines undergo severe spasms, symptoms such as cold sweats, generalized weakness, and pallor may occur due to the body's parasympathetic nervous system reflex. The small mass you can feel in your lower left abdomen may be a portion of the intestine that is in sp...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain and Cold Sweats: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Is It Related to Constipation?
Lower abdominal pain issues? Hello Doctor, about two years ago, I suddenly experienced severe pain in the lower abdomen, just below the navel. I sometimes have constipation. I went to the emergency room, where the doctor performed an X-ray and a urinalysis, but no abnormalities w...
Dr. Sun Yizhen Reply:
Hello Tina, please come to the outpatient clinic for a clinical evaluation. Thank you! Wishing you well.[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Is It Related to Constipation?
Understanding Nighttime Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
excuse me? Dear Dr. Hsiao, I suddenly experienced intermittent abdominal pain (below the navel) in the middle of the night, which was severe enough to cause a fever, accompanied by symptoms of belching and nausea. I went to the hospital for blood tests, and it seems that my prol...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, here are the details: 1. There are many causes of abdominal pain, including gastrointestinal diseases, biliary diseases, irritable bowel syndrome, chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, mesenteric lymphadenitis, chronic pancreat...[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Abdominal Distension and Constipation: Key Insights
The abdomen is distended and firm? I have been experiencing infrequent bowel movements and recently had a check-up, which revealed a significant amount of stool accumulation on the left side. Additionally, the area below my navel feels hard when pressed, and my abdomen appears di...
Dr. Sun Yizhen Reply:
(1) If your period is late and you're worried about pregnancy, you can take a pregnancy test. (2) If there is thyroid enlargement, abnormal thyroid function can affect bowel function, so it's necessary to have blood tests to monitor thyroid function and determine if fur...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Distension and Constipation: Key Insights
Understanding Constipation: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Constipation I have been experiencing frequent constipation lately. When I press on the lower left side of my abdomen near the navel, I can feel something hard, which seems to be the colon. It feels like a tubular structure rather than a solid mass. However, the stool I pass is e...
Dr. Hong Hongchang Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following recommendations: The current condition of the left lower limb may involve subcutaneous tissue issues or related hernias and tumors. Additionally, colorectal tumors or motility issue...[Read More] Understanding Constipation: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Right Side Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
The location of my pain is 20 centimeters to the right of the navel? The area of pain is located 20 centimeters to the right of the navel (waist size 31 inches, weight 61 kg) in the lower back. I have been experiencing this for 10 months. I underwent acupuncture with traditional ...
Dr. Yao Quan Reply:
Mr. Jeff: Hello. You have been experiencing right-sided lower back pain for the past 10 months, and despite treatment from both traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine (rehabilitation and orthopedic specialists), it has not been completely resolved. Based on your sympto...[Read More] Understanding Right Side Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lower Abdominal Bloating: Causes and Remedies
Lower abdominal bloating, caused by retained stool? How to effectively treat it? Hello, my sister (27 years old) has been experiencing frequent bloating in her lower abdomen (below the navel) for the past few months. She previously underwent an ultrasound for uterine fibroids, an...
Dr. Hong Hongchang Reply:
Hello, Miss: Retained stool can potentially cause lower abdominal bloating. Constipation may be due to congenital issues or surgical adhesions. Increasing physical activity, drinking more water, and consuming high-fiber foods can help alleviate constipation. If further examinatio...[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Bloating: Causes and Remedies
Understanding Bloating and Cold Sensations in the Abdomen
Abdominal bloating and issues related to coldness in the body? When I stay up late, I often feel bloated and experience pain near my navel. Sometimes it feels like stomach acid is about to overflow, and when I wake up, I keep burping and feel a fullness in my stomach. I also feel...
Dr. Cai Yaozhou Reply:
It is likely a problem related to the stomach and duodenum, and a gentle diet should be adopted. Meals should be served in small, frequent portions. It is important to relax and maintain a pleasant mood during meals. A gentle diet is one that is non-irritating, low in fiber, easy...[Read More] Understanding Bloating and Cold Sensations in the Abdomen
Finding the Right Specialist for Complex Abdominal Symptoms
Finding the right physician for treatment? My mother is currently 73 years old and has diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, which she manages with regular doctor visits and medication. This year, she has experienced discomfort in two areas of her body. The first issue is th...
Dr. Xiao Jingqin Reply:
The patient's primary pain is located in the lower abdomen, and it worsens with walking. They also experience loss of appetite and a tendency to feel bloated, which may not necessarily indicate a gastric issue. If we narrow down the problem to the lower abdomen, potentially ...[Read More] Finding the Right Specialist for Complex Abdominal Symptoms
Pain Near the Belly Button: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Pain upon palpation to the right of the umbilicus? Hello Doctor: Today I suddenly felt pain about two centimeters to the right of my navel (on my right side), and it hurts even when I'm not moving. After eating a little, the pain seemed to lessen, but when I press on the are...
Dr. Wu Jiyu Reply:
1. Regarding this abdominal pain issue, it is likely unrelated to gynecological inflammation, and it is recommended to first consult a gastroenterologist.[Read More] Pain Near the Belly Button: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Right Abdominal Distension: Causes and Concerns
Bloating in the lower right abdomen? Doctor, my right abdomen is slightly more protruded than my left abdomen. This has been the case for two years. I have visited the doctor two or three times in between and had an ultrasound about a year ago in August. Everything appeared norma...
Dr. Cai Zonglong Reply:
Hello, based on your situation, if your belly button is indeed misaligned, there is a real issue that needs to be addressed. Please visit a clinic for a referral or examination by a specialist to determine your condition. Thank you. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Tsung-Long, Internal Medici...[Read More] Understanding Right Abdominal Distension: Causes and Concerns