Weight loss, Surgery FAQ - Page 3

Bowel movement issues Doctor, I would like to ask about my bowel movements. Sometimes they are loose, sometimes they are narrow and elongated, and at other times they are thicker and more formed. I have noticed that my bowel patterns can change due to emotions and stress. Sometim...

Colorectal fistula Hello, doctor. About four to five years ago, I underwent surgery for diverticulitis. The surgeon mentioned that due to severe inflammation, they were unable to resect the affected area and connect the intestines. Additionally, because of my obesity (weighing 11...

Diarrhea with blood, but no pain, accompanied by frequent belching and flatulence? My dad is 56 years old and often experiences hiccups and flatulence, along with diarrhea. He has trouble sleeping at night and gets up to use the bathroom. Today, he even had blood in his stool! He...

Blood in stool? Hello, Doctor Ke. Last night I experienced abdominal pain and diarrhea. After having a bowel movement, I felt some relief, but I still have a dull ache in my left abdomen. This morning, my stool was thin and long, and there was a piece of bloody mucus attached to ...

The stool color is reddish-brown? I apologize for the inconvenience, but I am unable to view images. Based on your description, it sounds like you are experiencing changes in your stool color, which can be concerning. The presence of red or pink discoloration on the surface of yo...

Scalp nodules and weight loss? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing an itchy scalp for unknown reasons, and at night, it even becomes painful enough to prevent me from sleeping. I also have small red spots on my neck that are itchy. After seeing a doctor, I was told i...

Gynecomastia in males? Hello Doctor: I am 22 years old and have noticed a prominent protrusion in my chest since puberty. Between the ages of 13 and 16, I weighed as much as 67 kilograms, but I rapidly lost 5 to 6 kilograms by the time I was 18. Currently, I weigh about 57 kilogr...

I would like to inquire about my gastrointestinal condition, experiencing diarrhea with blood? In the past two weeks, due to weight loss, I have been eating lighter foods (boiled chicken breast, fish, boiled eggs, cabbage, a little chili, and grapes). However, I have noticed that...

Rectal bleeding Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing symptoms of blood in my stool for the past few years. The bleeding mostly occurs at the beginning of the stool, with the blood mixed in (I have hemorrhoids, and hemorrhoid bleeding typically occurs at the end of the stool). ...

The surface of the stool has a layer of floating oil? Hello, Dr. Ke: Over the past three days, I have noticed that there are floating stains on the surface of my stool that resemble oil. After researching online, I found that others describe their floating stool as yellow or or...

The appearance of the abdomen is asymmetrical? Hello Doctor, I lost about 35 kilograms a year ago, but I have slowly regained about 5 kilograms this year. Recently, during acupuncture sessions, the traditional Chinese medicine practitioner noticed that when I lie down, the fat on...

Breast sagging and indentation after weight loss? Hello doctor, I have lost 30 kilograms in a year through diet control. My breasts were already sagging due to being too large, and now it feels like the skin is becoming even more lax as I continue to lose weight. Additionally, th...

There is a lump in the anus? Hello, six days ago after I went fishing, I noticed that my anus was red and burning. I thought it might be due to being in the heat for too long while fishing. After two days, I found that the pain was still very mild, but the redness had gone away, ...

Weight loss after appendectomy? Hello doctor, I had appendicitis in early January and underwent laparoscopic surgery to remove my appendix. Since then, I have been losing weight. Initially, I thought it might be due to eating less during my hospital stay, but now that it's M...

I'm sorry, could you please clarify your question? Recently, I have lost about forty pounds over the past six months, and my appetite has significantly decreased. I have been experiencing continuous rectal bleeding, almost no appetite, and symptoms of nausea and vomiting. So...

There is a small amount of blood in the stool? In the evening, I had a bowel movement after holding it for about ten minutes. The stool was formed, and since I usually have a lot, the amount this time was comparable to my usual. It wasn't hard; in fact, I would describe it a...

Frequent bowel movements? Hello Doctor: My father underwent surgery for rectal cancer over a year ago, and all subsequent follow-ups have been normal. However, his bowel movements are still irregular, ranging from once to several times a day, sometimes affecting his sleep. Despit...

Breast skin issues Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask about my situation. Due to my larger body size, I previously lost weight but then regained it, which has caused my skin to become loose. Over the past six months, I have started to control my diet and have lost about 22 kilogr...

Breast appearance Hello Doctor: Previously, I gained weight back after losing it, which caused my skin to become loose. For the past six months, I have been controlling my diet and have lost about 22 kilograms. I already have sagging issues with my breasts, and the skin has devel...

Bowel movement issues? Hello, Dr. Ko: I often experience constipation, and sometimes my stools are so hard that there is blood on the surface. Occasionally, I also have diarrhea, which has become more severe recently. My weight has typically been around 42-43 kg, but this month i...