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Kindly guide me to understand the biopsy results.
Query: Hello doctor, I am scheduled for a gastroscopy to rule out cancer. What do these biopsy results mean? My biopsy results are as follows: Antrum biopsy: Presence of gastric antral type mucosa with mild to moderate reactive gastropathy and focal erosive changes. No H. pylori-like organisms were ide... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We feel glad that you reached out to us. Based on the outcomes of your biopsy, there is no indication of cancer or precancerous alterations in either the antrum of your stomach or the middle section of your esophagus (referred to as Barrett's esophagus biopsy). The "a... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing stomach pain and nausea for over two months. I underwent a gastroscopy and colonoscopy along with esophagus biopsies, and the results showed mild gastritis without Helicobacter infection. I have been taking a PPI- 40 mg of tablet Nexium (Esomeprazole) for thre... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I will review your case history and will get back to you shortly. Thank you. Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have been experiencing discomfort in my throat and esophagus for the past few weeks. While food and water can pass down, I consistently have trouble swallowing and abdominal pain on a few occasions. I am currently taking Rabaprazole for my condition. My doctor recommended a gastrosco... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. In your case, a gastroscopy or upper gastrointestinal endoscopy should be performed. It is done with local anesthesia to ensure you do not experience pain and remain comfortable during the procedure. However, this does ... Read Full »
I have a constant feeling of excessive hunger even after having lunch. How can I overcome it?
Query: Hello doctor, I have constant feelings of excessive hunger. Even right after eating lunch, I immediately crave sweets. After eating any meal, I feel hungry almost instantly. I have chronic pain and have been living unhealthy for the last seven years, even eating so much of ice cream in one sitting f... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Let me review your reports. I hope this information will help you. Thanks. Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I went to the general specialist last year because of severe heartburn. I have been experiencing severe acidity, I am often not able to sleep at night due to acidity. Antacids provide limited relief. There is also vomiting very often in the morning while I brush my teeth. There is also... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I have reviewed your case history in detail and attached laboratory investigations as well (the attachment was removed to protect the patient's identity). 1. H. pylori gastritis has been treated and usually dual antibiotic... Read Full »