Inflammation of the gastric (stomach) lining is called gastritis. It is most often caused by irritation of the gastric lining due to excessive alcohol intake, bacterial infection, chronic vomiting, or prolonged use of certain painkillers. The symptoms are nausea, vomiting, indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain, etc.
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Need help with my wife's vomiting due to Methylprednisolone.
Query: Hello doctor, My wife is a neuro patient and a week ago she was given five days treatment of Methylprednisolone intravenous. After her discharge, she has been vomiting every now and then. The vomiting usually occurs whenever she tries to move about and travel in cars to see her neurologist. Although... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com. Considering the nature of the disease, steroids and the Rituximab, you have to take care of few things: Chances of gastritis and gastric ulcers. Never keep the stomach empty. Have short frequent feeds. Abstain from spicy, fried foods. Abstain from carbonated drinks. Reg... Read Full »
I have constant squeezing chest pain for past three weeks. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been using Adderall for about three years now. About one year ago, I started experiencing chest pains that would quickly go away after awhile. Then, there were a few occasions where I abused my medication and took too much. Since the last time that this happened (about six month... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Likely, this is gastritis and reflux disease. Pain occurs due to acid reflux and esophageal spasm. You should avoid fatty, oily and spicy diet. Have some walk after having food instead of taking rest. Have multiple small meals instead of heavy meals. Have regular... Read Full »
Which other sedatives interact less with Valium than opioids?
Query: Hi doctor, I am going to undergo a laparoscopic fundoplication surgery after a week for severe GERD. For the past two months, I am taking Valium 5 mg for severe anxiety (mainly related to my health) three times daily. I am also taking Omeprazole 80 mg daily for several months. I recently came acro... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please convey your medical history to the anesthetist when you have a pre-anesthetic consultation. I am sure that they will be using Remifentanil infusion for the surgery. This drug is short-acting, and it does not interfere with Diazepam. I suggest you consult an anest... Read Full »
I am worried about a possible drug interaction. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am on 40 mg Pantoprazole twice a day for GERD. I just took 50 mg Voltaren for a bad back and I am worried sick. I checked online and it said no drug interactions. I have not yet taken my nightly dose of Pantoprazole, should I not take it? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. There are no drug interactions between Pantoprozole and Diclofenac (Voltaren). In fact, anyone who takes painkillers like Diclofenac has to take Pantoprazole to prevent Diclofenac-induced gastritis. So, relax and take the regular dose of Pa... Read Full »
Is it good to have Ibuprofen and Omeprazole for treating gastritis?
Query: Hi doctor, I am asking questions on behalf of my mum. She is having some symptoms that appear commonly with gastritis or peptic ulcers. She is 57 years old and was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, hypertension, and Sjogren's syndrome in the past. She weighs 174lbs. She has a list of symptoms. Sh... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. A part of her symptoms occurs due to chronic use of painkiller medications as they are directly related to the formation of ulcers within the stomach. But I am concerned about her weight loss. It is something that cannot be explained by the presence of peptic ulcers sec... Read Full »
I have abdominal pain, and indigestion problems. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 33-year-old female. I am experiencing abdominal pain, bloating, and indigestion problems after taking food outside for the past two days. I think that I suffer from gastritis. I am interested in learning more about gastritis, its potential causes, and the recommended diagnostic p... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Thanks for reaching out to iCliniq. Gastritis is an inflammatory reaction that is mainly seen in the stomach and it is caused by irritant food substances, chemical ingestion, drug overdose, and stress disorder. This condition is diagnosed using gastric endoscopy. Nutritional changes or recomm... Read Full »
My acute gastritis pain recur after stopping the medicine. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with acute gastritis a few weeks ago. There was no pain while taking the pills but now they are over, the pain has started again. The doctors said that I do not need to be on them anymore. Is it possible that the pain is related to gastritis? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Acute gastritis pain usually subsides as the infection subsides. Is there any post-prandial fullness, early satiety, burning or pain? I hope there are no alarm symptoms like difficulty or pain during swallowing, weight loss, excessive vomiting, or any family history ... Read Full »
I feel stomach issues without food, in the morning. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,The stomach blossoms without food, even in the morning. It is felt more in the upper part of the stomach. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to the icliniq.com. You can have a gas problem due to functional indigestion. I suggest you take gelusil MPS like syrup before bedtime for one week. It is advisable to take Rabeprazole like antacid for the week also. If there is no improvement than USG abdomen scan should be done for ... Read Full »
Even after removing my gallbladder, I have stabbing pain in my chest and back. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had my gallbladder removed almost six months back. However, I am still having the same sharp stabbing pain in my chest and back. I also have fatigue and nausea. I went to the ER two nights ago. They advised me to undergo an EKG, stress test, liver and kidney function tests and other ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think it is gastritis and reflux disease. To alleviate your condition, it's advisable to steer clear of spicy and fatty foods, and to abstain from smoking and alcohol if applicable. Consistency in your sleep schedule and incorporating regular exercise into your routine... Read Full »
What are the side effects of post-exposure prophylaxis?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected vaginal sex with a woman 17 hours ago, and I am worried that I may have contracted HIV. I say this because I have learned that the woman I had sex with has multiple sexual partners, and I am anxious she may have HIV. I am not in a position to ask her if she has HIV, ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post. I understand it is a difficult situation. However, because the PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) is time-dependent. So, I suggest the first thing you should do would be to start PEP right away, as it may not be helpful after 72 hours. Also, if t... Read Full »
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