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I am experiencing constant regurgitation. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 45-year-old Caucasian male weighing 187 lbs. I am a former smoker with a history of approximately 15 years of smoking. Currently, I am on several medications, including Lansoprazole15 mg twice a day, Famotidine 20 mg twice a day, Gabapentin 300 mg twice a day, Buspirone 5 mg twic... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. I have reviewed your case history and you have provided complete details so moving to your questions: Reflux esophagitis can develop within one year due to persistent acid reflux. Barrett's esophagus will not develop within one year, especially... Read Full »
Please help me with a diet plan for my bloating and IBS.
Query: Hello doctor,I was hoping to discuss my diet with a professional. I have a leaky gut, bloating, severe IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), anxiety, specific antibody disorder, and am lactose intolerant. I also have sudden-onset adult asthma with no allergies. Additionally, I experience chronic congestio... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I am reviewing your case history in detail and will get back shortly. Please wait for my detailed response before replying.Regards. Read Full »
I have been suffering from irritable bowel syndrome. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 32-year-old male. I am currently trying to quit drinking alcohol. I have also been suffering from irritable bowel syndrome lately. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. What GI (gastrointestinal) symptoms are you having at present? Also, please specify what symptoms related to GI you had in the past. Are you taking any medications for it? Why did you get a colonoscopy and endoscopy test done? Pleas... Read Full »
Kindly provide detailed information on Linaclotide.
Query: Hello doctor, I am concerned about my uncle's health. He is 53 years old. He had a few symptoms that he was ignoring, and recently, the doctor diagnosed it as irritable bowel disease. Now, my uncle looks really worried and low. Is it a serious issue? The doctor has prescribed Linaclotide 145 mcg, bu... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common functional gastrointestinal disorder that affects the large intestine. While IBS itself is not a serious health issue, it can cause discomfort and disrupt daily activities. The s... Read Full »
How can I manage my irritable bowel syndrome during the holiday season?
Query: Hello doctor, I have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and am concerned about managing my symptoms, especially during the holiday season, like Christmas. Can you provide personalized advice on nutrition strategies and considerations for individuals with IBS, taking into account the festive context, to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. So, regarding irritable bowel syndrome, it would be directly related to your health, anxiety, or consciousness. Hence, I suggest the following instructions. Try to avoid unnecessary stress related to your gut. Av... Read Full »
I skipped a dose of Linzess. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, As I was having diarrhea constantly, along with abdominal pain, and other related symptoms, I consulted a physician and was diagnosed with bowel disease. My physician had asked me to take Linzess 290 mcg every day. I have been taking it for the last two weeks and my symptoms seem to b... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Tablet Linzess (Linaclotide) is a relatively new treatment for irritable bowel disease and you are responding to treatment that is great. If you miss the dose, do not worry, there is no need to take two pills the next day. Once your sympto... Read Full »
I am seeking detailed information on synbiotics. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I would like to know something about synbiotics. I have heard about the combined use of prebiotics and probiotics, and now I would like to gain insights into how synbiotics can contribute to my overall digestive well-being. What exactly are synbiotics, and how do they contribute to gut ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Synbiotics refer to the combined use of probiotics and prebiotics. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that support gut health, while prebiotics are compounds that nourish these bacteria. The synergy between p... Read Full »
I want to know about Linaclotide medication for IBS. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 47-year-old female physician managing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and it has been a significant journey for me. Recently, my primary care physician recommended incorporating Linzess into my treatment plan. I am interested in understanding the specific benefits of this medica... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Linzess (Linaclotide-coated beads in hard gelatin capsules) is a recently approved medication for IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), particularly for symptoms with constipation predominance. If you struggle with passing s... Read Full »
I have been suffering from irritable bowel syndrome. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 31-year-old male. I am a non-smoker. I am obese, my diet is poor, and I do not drink enough water. I am also very anxious and stressed all the time. I underwent an abdominal ultrasound, throat endoscopy, and a colonoscopy as I was having left-side abdominal pains, bloating, and... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Based on your symptoms and medical history, the right lower abdominal pain and related symptoms you are experiencing may be related to your irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a functional gastrointestinal disorder that affects the large inte... Read Full »
I was diagnosed with IBS and have abdominal pain. Please suggest.
Query: Hello doctor, I have had upper left abdominal pain (below ribs) for at least two years, always in the same precise location. The pain feels like a sharp cramp and is intermittent but is particularly noticeable when sitting. Kindly suggest. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I will review your case history in detail, and will get back to you in a while. Please wait for my detailed response. Thank you. Read Full »