Stomach, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 10

Weight loss and slimming? Hello, doctor! 1. I am currently a student with a BMI of over 20, but compared to others of the same height, my thighs and buttocks are noticeably larger, while my waist is relatively slim. Could you explain why this is the case? Are there any methods ...

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...

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 ...

Bloating? Lying in bed, you may hear your stomach gurgling, and when you massage it in a clockwise direction, you might feel gas. After the massage, you may feel the urge to pass gas. Is this normal?

After recovering from a cold, I developed stomach pain and dizziness? Hello, doctor. Last week I had a severe cold combined with bronchitis. The cold symptoms have improved, but over the past few days, I've started experiencing stomach pain and dizziness. It's been 10 d...

Woke up in the morning with a stomachache and rushed to the bathroom! This morning, I woke up with severe abdominal pain that made me rush to the bathroom. The pain was intense enough that I felt a bit nauseous, but I didn't actually vomit. After having diarrhea, I felt much...

Stomach discomfort? Hello doctor, recently I've been experiencing bloating and discomfort in my stomach after meals, along with nausea, frequent burping, and occasional constipation or loose stools. After eating ginger duck around the 10th of last month, my stomach started t...

Abdominal bloating with occasional nausea? Hello Doctor: Today is January 6th. I started feeling bloated and nauseous around the afternoon of January 1st, but I didn't eat much that day. After that, I felt like vomiting whenever I ate anything, so I induced vomiting myself. ...

Diabetes medications and B vitamins? Hello Doctor, my father is 57 years old and has been diagnosed with diabetes for over two years. He is currently taking the following three medications: 1. Glucophage 500mg (twice daily, one tablet with breakfast and one with dinner) 2. Glybur...

Dull pain inside the left lower rib cage? I experience a dull pain inside my left lower rib when I bend over, and it comes in waves. The pain intensifies when I exercise, and sometimes it is accompanied by a sudden sharp sensation in my left back, like an electric shock. When I s...

Do I need to undergo any additional tests? Doctor, I have a lump-like area under my right rib, close to my stomach, that feels swollen when I touch it. It hurts when I press on it, and sometimes it hurts even without pressure. I have already had X-rays, an endoscopy, and an ultra...

Mild abdominal pain? Hello: After eating fried chicken and drinking beer last night, I've been experiencing a dull stomach ache today. What should I do to resolve this? Are there any soothing methods? Thank you.

Laboratory HIV Risk Hello, I am a pathology technician. Our small tissue specimens are immersed in 4% formalin for an indefinite amount of time, at least 30 minutes. When we take the specimens out of the container, some formalin droplets may splash out, and they might even get on...

Sjögren's syndrome Doctor: Hello, I have been experiencing dry mouth and dry eyes, and I initially thought it was due to menopause. However, blood tests revealed that I have Sjögren's syndrome, and the results for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis are still pending. I am c...

Recently, I've been experiencing stomach rumbling, having very loose stools, feeling nauseous, and passing foul-smelling gas? On Monday, I felt very tired, had no appetite, and felt unwell. I still feel the same now. Since Thursday, I've been experiencing diarrhea, naus...

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...

Pain on both sides of the abdomen? I would like to ask a question. Recently, I have been experiencing pain on both sides of my abdomen. Additionally, eating causes significant pain, and my stomach feels bloated and does not seem to go down. What could be the cause of this?

Feeling hungry, dizzy, and experiencing mood swings, followed by sleepiness after eating, could indicate several issues. These symptoms may suggest fluctuations in blood sugar levels, possibly related to conditions such as hypoglycemia or insulin resistance. It could also be rela...

Annoying physical discomfort? Hello Doctor: Since the end of September last year, my weight has dropped from 68 kg to 52 kg. My height is 172 cm, and my condition includes a sudden decrease in appetite, lack of desire to eat, discomfort, nausea, and dizziness. I often experience ...

Gastrointestinal issues Hello Dr. Chen: Recently, I've been experiencing some unusual stomach issues. Sometimes, after eating, I have sharp intestinal cramps that make me rush to the bathroom, and I occasionally have diarrhea. What could be the cause of this? I haven't ...