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Why can I not digest dairy products?
Query: Hi doctor, I cannot digest dairy products, oily foods and sweets. These all give me loose motion. What treatment should I take to combat it? My current medication is Normaxin 2.5 mg. In the past, I had Mahacef OZ, Nougat capsules and Ilaprazole during aggravation. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would be happy to assist you with your questions. To provide you with the best possible guidance, I need to gather some information from you. Have you undergone gallbladder surgery in the past? Additionally, it would be helpful to know if you have consumed alcohol ei... Read Full »
How can I discern between a colonoscopy and an endoscopy?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 45-year-old man, and I am reaching out on behalf of my 20-year-old relative, who has been advised to undergo a colonoscopy due to digestive issues. We are curious about the difference between endoscopy and colonoscopy. Could you please tell me in detail about it. Could you expla... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Endoscopy or gastroscopy is an examination of the stomach (including the food pipe, stomach, and first part of the small intestine known as duodenum); this procedure is performed for upper abdominal pain, nausea, r... Read Full »
I wake up with a wet anus and a foul smell. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am 35 years old, but something has been happening with my body for the past year. I used to go to sleep with my anus or rectum dry, but after waking up in the morning, I find that it is wet and my finger can enter my anus freely with a foul smell. I have not used any medication for th... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Based on the symptoms you have described, it would be advisable to consult with a healthcare professional or a gastroenterologist. They can provide a proper evaluation and diagnosis based on your specific symptoms and medical history. A healthc... Read Full »
I feel bloated and get loose motion just after eating food. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, Whenever I sit or lay down to rest or sleep just after taking food I get loose motion. Often, it is mucus loose motion and high headache. Also, I get vomit. What is my problem? What treatment should I take for this? Read Full »
Dr. Geetha Priyadarsini Kamminana
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The urge to defecate following food intake is a common digestive complaint, usually attributed to physiological causes such as the gastrocolic reflex, which stimulates the colon when the stomach is stretched. However, if this reflex becomes urgent, uncontrollable, or ... Read Full »
Kindly clarify the difference between endoscopy and colonoscopy.
Query: Hello doctor,I am considering undergoing a colonoscopy and endoscopy, and I would appreciate more information about what to expect and the importance of each procedure. My primary care physician recommended a colonoscopy since I am 60 years old, and an endoscopy due to issues with gas in my chest. C... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Glad to have you at icliniq.com. I am here to extend a helping hand to you. Both procedures are indicated in your case. Endoscopy is recommended for bloating, gas, and dyspepsia, especially if you are over 50 years old. A screening colonoscopy is also advised at least once if you are over ... Read Full »
Please interpret my PET-CT scan report taken for intermittent abdominal pain.
Query: Hello doctor, I have had intermittent pain in my lower left abdomen for seven months now. I had a colonoscopy as soon as the pain started in the summer, but there were no abnormalities seen. There might have been something as the doctor muttered "there is this sort of a thing here" during the colon... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As I read your question, I just remembered how distressed my sister becomes when she gets similar pains, which enables me to realize your anxieties well. However, her pains have been determined to be of uterine origin. Please note that, as a radiologist, I always f... Read Full »
I am suffering from chronic constipation. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,About five weeks ago, I experienced some light bleeding in the stool for about five days. A rectal exam revealed an external hemorrhoid. I also had a Qfit (quantitative fecal immunochemical) test done, with levels slightly raised at 14. My general practitioner said he would not be overl... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.Based on the information you provided, it is possible that the light bleeding you have been experiencing could be related to chronic constipation. Constipation can lead to hard, dry stools that are difficult to pa... Read Full »
Do I need colonoscopy for bowel issues or is medication enough?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 27-year-old male experiencing persistent intestinal obstruction during bowel movements for the past few months. To help with the constipation, I have been using laxatives regularly. I have also noticed thin stools and have been dealing with piles. I am unsure whether medicati... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have carefully reviewed your case history. Given your age, constipation is often associated with gut sensitivity, specifically irritable bowel syndrome with a constipation predominant pattern (IBS-C). To rule out other potential causes such as hypothyroidism, I su... Read Full »
I want to know about cancer screening. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 46-year-old male and I want to know about cancer screening. What are the primary types of cancer screening tests available, and who should consider undergoing them? Are there age or risk factors that determine the appropriate timing and frequency of these tests? How effective are... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Cancer screening is mandatory to detect cancer at a very early stage or to prevent cancer. At 46 years of age, all males should undergo screening for colon cancer, prostate, and head and neck cancer. Different countries have different s... Read Full »
Should I proceed with a colonoscopy for recurring bowel symptoms?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 31-year-old female experiencing recurring bowel symptoms such as bloating and cramping, often followed by the need to empty my bowels. I have had joint pain for the past three years and was diagnosed with IBS 13 years ago. Medication sometimes helps, but not consistently. Digesti... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your symptoms, it is possible that you have primary Sjögren's syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes ulcerative colitis. However, it is important to note that having recurrent symptoms and normal test results does not necessaril... Read Full »