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I have gas formation, constipation and gallstone. What can be done?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 27 years old, height is 5.4 feet. Weight 123 pounds now. Three months ago weight was 126 pounds. Sleep six to seven hours. About two years ago, weight was 129 pounds. Blood pressure usually normal but sometimes low. I have a gas formation problem for about four years. Maximum time... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your three main concern is the weakness, gallstone, and gas problem. For weakness following workup can be done: Serum calcium level, serum sodium, potassium, serum TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) to rule out hypothyroidism, CBC (complete to check Hb level to rule o... Read Full »
Could the pain in my stomach be because of gallstones?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been dealing with some gnarly pain in my stomach, and someone mentioned it could be related to gallstones. I am not exactly sure what those are or how they connect with lipids and cholesterol. Can you break it down for me? What is the deal with gallstones, and how do lipids an... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. 1) There are two different issues. Stomach problems can directly be related to gastritis or dyspepsia which usually responds to simple antacid syrup like Gaviscon post meals and in persistent symptoms, acid suppression medicine like Panto... Read Full »
How to cure the pain and discomfort present in pancreas?
Query: Hi doctor, I have mild pain and discomfort where my pancreas is, and I cannot eat or drink much more. I ate a small portion of chicken, potato salad, and green beans for dinner and had apple cinnamon oatmeal for breakfast. It took a few weeks to be able to eat this, and I was barely eating during t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand that you must be very upset about your ongoing chronic pain and inability to eat because of pain. The diagnosis of pancreatitis requires blood, stool investigations, plus radiological evidence on CT (computed tomography) scan or MRI (magnetic resonan... Read Full »
I have gallbladder stones without any symptoms or problems. What could be the root cause?
Query: Hello doctor,Please read the MRCP report and help me understand the findings. In a recent USG done for some other reasons, it was found that there are gall bladder stones measuring 0.74 inches. No complications or symptoms otherwise.Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome back toicliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. The reviewed your attached report is for creatinine (kidney function test) and electrolytes, along with urea levels add (attachment removed to protect the patient’s identity). I was unable to see your liver funct... Read Full »
I am unable to breastfeed my 4-month-old son as I am on medications for my gallstones. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a mother of a 4-month-old. I have gallstones and I sometimes take Novaminsulfon to control the pain. Due to this medication, I could not breastfeed my baby for up to a week. When I try to breastfeed my baby he rejects my breast due to which my milk supply has reduced to what it was... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. It is understandable that you need to manage your pain, but it is also important to prioritize your baby's nutrition and bonding through breastfeeding. I suggest you to follow a few instructions mentioned below. Skin-to-skin contact: Hold... Read Full »
My USG reports show gallbladder stones and liver cysts. Help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have a constant dull ache just below my ribs; sometimes, it becomes intolerable. I also have frequent burping and flatulence. My ultrasound reports show gallbladder stones of 2.5 millimeters and liver cysts of 4.5 millimeters. Should I go for surgery, or is there any medicinal treatme... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your case history and attached laboratory investigations (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Your symptoms are not related to gallstones or liver cysts. There is no Inflammation within the gall bladder, so these are known as asympt... Read Full »
I have gallstones and cardiac issues. How to remove gallstones?
Query: Hello doctor,I want a second opinion for an operation shortly to be done on my 88-year-old mother. She has gallstones and a few attacks that ended up in the hospital. Last time she had the worst pain. She saw the anesthetist the previous week and was told that it would be "difficult" and that if pr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand how worried you are about your mother. Considering her age, surgery is always a high risk, and we do not advise only in cases where it is the only option. So why not discuss the possibility of laparoscopic cholecystectomy with her doctors? This is a mini... Read Full »
Can natural regimens resolve gallbladder stones?
Query: Hi doctor, My wife had a gallbladder attack last week. It was triggered by ice cream, dark chocolate chips, and syrup. The pain was mild at night and was triggered by ground beef. The attack was severe and required ER visit for pain relief. The pain resolved after taking rowachol, chanca piedra, ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am reviewing your case history and the files attached. I will get back to you in five to ten minutes. Thank you. Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I underwent gallbladder surgery for four millimeters of stone removal , and the stent was placed inside for a month. The urine output went down slightly from yesterday. I have got tested for complete urine analysis, and the report showed RBC loaded. I usually thought it was due to weath... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The medical management must have failed to remove such a small VUJ (vesicoureteric junction) calculus (stone) . URS (ureteroscopy) with stenting would have been done due to the presence of fever.The urine output can be low due to decre... Read Full »
I have gallbladder stones, terrible back pain, and a hollow stomach. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, When I try to perform something on an empty stomach, I have excruciating backache and hollowness in my stomach; otherwise, I am in good health. I have been using Tibetan medicine for five months, and I also have gallbladder stones that are not bothering me right now. I refuse to get su... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. There are a few non-invasive procedures available to dissolve gallstones. Still, the success rate is about 60% after eight months of treatment. Urodeoxycholic acid can be given up to eight months to dissolve chol... Read Full »