Tender Bulge on Left Side of Belly Q: I get feeling heaviness around left side of abdomen, near the waist and on the back side. A slight bulging is also there on the left side of back around Iliac crest. I have been having this kind of feeling for last 6 months. Can any please […]
Getting Relief From Symptoms of Poor Digestion Q: I am 47 years old male, lean and thin built. I have problem of indigestion. -By Sandeep Das Reply: There can be many causes of indigestion. A proper evaluation including detailed history with investigation is required to make a diagnosis. What is Indigestion? Indigestion is usually a […]
Lab Diagnosis of Excess Fecal Fat Q: I have been doing a lot of research lately regarding my symptoms of malabsorption of fat. I eat very carefully and still have 33% of body fat, all in the lower part of the body. My Mom and my late grandmother have had a lot of issues. I […]
What Is GERD Reflux – Relieving Heartburn Q: Hi, I am 17 and a female. I just went to the hospital today. I have GERD. So in a easier explanation what is it? Reply: GERD is a short form of Gastroesophageal reflux disease. It’s popularly described as heartburn. It is a situation in which some […]
Problem in Swallowing Food – Dealing With Dysphagia Difficulty in swallowing is medically termed as dysphagia. This is a symptom, and not a disease in itself. It includes various different disorders or medical conditions that give the feeling (sensation) or actually cause difficulty in swallowing. Why Does Dysphagia Occur? Food is taken in from the […]
Anal Fistula and Abscess – Managing Perianal Infections Q: I am a 16 year old girl. I was recently put on antibiotics by my doctor for a lump under the skin, next to my anus. It started small and it was incredibly itchy, so I thought it was a mosquito bite, but it quickly grew […]
Hemorrhoids – Managing Pain and Bleeding in Anal Piles Hemorrhoids are commonly known as piles. In this condition the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen and inflamed. This problem is quite common and frequently results from straining to move stools. Symptoms Commonest symptom is the appearance of a blood blister somewhere around […]
Gastritis- Diet and Medication Gastritis is another common cause of bleeding. This refers to a mild irritation, inflammation, or infection of the stomach lining. It may be a sudden attack or chronic. Signs and Symptoms Abdominal cramping and pain Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Fever Loss of appetite Belching or gas Weakness Causes Gastritis may be caused […]
Hemorrhoids – Symptoms and Treatment Hemorrhoids, also called Piles may be another possible cause of blood in stools. The term hemorrhoid refers to a condition in which the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen and inflamed. Hemorrhoids may result from straining to move stools. Other contributing factors include pregnancy, aging, chronic constipation or […]
Infectious Diarrhea- Guidelines Infectious diarrhea is also called bacterial gastroenteritis. This is an acute condition. An inflammation of the stomach and intestines is caused by bacteria or bacterial toxins. Many different types of bacteria can produce the symptoms associated with bacterial gastroenteritis including Salmonella, Shigella, Staphylococcus, Campylobacter jejuni, Clostridium, E. coli, Yersinia and others. […]
