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I am experiencing mild constipation with diarrhea. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,Some months ago, I was diagnosed with IBS type M (irritable bowel syndrome mixed type). At that time, I had bloody mucus in my stool. My doctor suggested an intestinal ultrasound, and the results were clear, indicating no signs of IBD. Additionally, my family history is clear of cancer.... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. I believe you have a condition called gastroparesis, characterized by a poor involuntary intestinal movement that presents with constipation and abdominal discomfort. The stool color may be black bef... Read Full »
I am a diabetic male having digestive issues. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 47-year-old man who has been successfully managing diabetes with metformin for the past 5 years. However, in the last 2 months, I have been experiencing symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and alternating diarrhea. I am growing increasingly concerned and... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. While abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel movements can be common for various reasons, it is important to evaluate your symptoms further to determine the underlying cause. I can provide some general inform... Read Full »
Can hypothyroidism cause gastroparesis?
Query: Hello doctor, I think I may have gastroperasis. I cannot think of food without feeling nauseous and eating food is a difficult task for me. I have hypothyroidism which I saw that could be a cause of gastroperasis. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Well you are right it can be gastroparesis secondary to hypothyroid. But does your hypothyroidism remain out of control? Are you on some medication for that? You see if the thyroid is controlled, then it is unlikely that you would have any symptoms related to hypoth... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, Is it unreasonable with grade two gastroparesis, extreme weight loss, and unable to maintain weight for a PEG-J tube at this point? I have been hospitalized for failure to thrive twice and I have had GI issues for a long time. My first GES was not valid. My second one showed grade 2 gast... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to Icliniq.com.I am reviewing your case history and attached files (attachments removed to protect patient privacy). I will get back to you in a while. Please wait for my detailed responsePlease revert in case of further queries.Thank you. Read Full »
How to prevent gas production with abdominal pain and bloating?
Query: Hello doctor, Patient is a 63-year-old female. Her problem is the gas problem with abdomen and chest pain. She had constipation before, and now her bowel movement is better. She regularly takes Atorvastatin 20 mg, Riva retinol 50 mg, Sandoz Perindopril + Indapamide 4 -1.25 mg, Calcite D 500 mg, Z... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Well, I would need to know about her weight at movement. Since abdominal fat can simply cause the feeling of gas and bloating. Secondly, I also want to know if she had her complete blood count, thyroid profile, and liver function tests and diabetic status checked? The... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I had a nephrotic syndrome and gastroparesis or lazy bowel syndrome for which I was on corticosteroids for a very long time. I was also chronically constipated since childhood. So I started using laxatives like Dulcoflex. I follow a very good fiber-rich diet and use probiotics, but now... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. For chronic constipation, intermittent switching of laxatives will help because long-term use of a single type of laxative will cause it to lose its efficacy. I suggest you add Psyllium Husk regularly to your diet and also... Read Full »
Will flare-up of gastroparesis cause DKA in diabetic patients?
Query: Hi doctor, My wife and I just got married and are on our honeymoon. She has a disease called gastroparesis from her diabetes. She has not had a flare-up in like last three months, but before that six months, she use to have flare-ups every month. she has got periods without flare-ups, then periods ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Understand that diabetic ketoacidosis is due to insufficient insulin. When blood glucose levels go beyond 300 mg/dL continuously, the chances of DKA (diabetic ketoacidosis) will increase. I think she is on insulin treatment, and she is a type one diabetic patient. You h... Read Full »
Why do I get dizziness, burning sensation, and heartburn after eating?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been experiencing gastric issues that come and gone since the onset of flu-like symptoms. The symptoms are usually not present during the early part of the day. After I eat (generally after 5 PM), I get dizziness, heartburn, indigestion, and belching. Somethings I have identified... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand that you must be very concerned and upset about your chronic symptoms. Given your history, you have a condition called gastroparesis, which is the slowing of stomach motility. Gastroparesis has various causes, including obesity, diabetes, drugs, adva... Read Full »
My pupils are uneven. What could cause anisocoria?
Query: Hello doctor,One of my friends recently pointed out that my pupils are sometimes uneven. I searched and got many scary possibilities. However, I did look at pictures from years ago and noticed different degrees of anisocoria. Now that someone has pointed it out, I obsess over it and see it a lot. It... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are different pathological causes of anisocoria, as you mentioned that you are taking medications, including Paxil (Paroxetine). It means drug levels are changed in blood and its effect on pupil size. If you are not having any problem, there is nothing to worry... Read Full »
Why are there stomach pain and extreme gas in gastroparesis?
Query: Hello doctor, I have gastroparesis, and everyday I have stomach pain, and extreme gas. I am tried working with my gastroenterologist but there are no results and no interest by them. I have tried Linzess, and Gabapetin but no result. I need help. It is destroying my quality of life. I can not go an... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Before I can give my opinion I need to know a few facts. Since how long you have had diabetes and what medications are you taking? Do you have constipation, nausea, and vomiting? What is the site of stomach pain and what is the severity? I would also like to see the ... Read Full »