Medical Advice on "Medical gastroenterology"

How can blood in stool be managed?, Answered by Dr. Penchala Prasad Kandikattu

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You may be suffering from constipation with internal hemorrhoids or fissure in ano. You have to avoid spicy food, low fiber diet. Use high fiber diet with plenty of liquids. Use Metamucil or Benefiber for stool bulk ... View thread »

How can constipation, pain, and semi-solid stool be treated?, Answered by Dr. Aditi Gupta Jha

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are suffering from constipation that can go away by eating healthy foods which are rich in fiber, such as leafy vegetables, raw fruits, and vegetables, nuts like almond and coconut also. Drink more water than usual ... View thread »

Is endoscopic bariatric surgery safe?, Answered by Dr. A V Hussain Shihaz

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query. The Accordion procedure is an endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty. It has been around for some time; a few case series and related data are available. It is useful in helping in weight ... View thread »

What are my chances of being affected by Barrett's esophagus?, Answered by Dr. Babu Lal Meena

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are many causes of reflux. Hiatus hernia is one of the conditions. It is a major concern causing lifestyle limitation. I would like to know if you are suffering from any respiratory problem. Continuous reflux can ... View thread »

Why is there a tiny nodule in cardia?, Answered by Dr. A V Hussain Shihaz

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query in detail. The endoscopy has shown a healing ulcer and is showing healing as well as a small hiatus hernia. There is a very tiny nodule in cardia (proximal part of the stomach), which has ... View thread »

What is the treatment for chronic belching?, Answered by Dr. A V Hussain Shihaz

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query in detail. I would like a few more details about your belching. Do you have reflux symptoms (sour after taste, recently consumed food coming back to the throat on belching, or heartburn ... View thread »

Will taking laxatives help in relieving constipation?, Answered by Dr. Lohit Chauhan

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your complaints and what I feel is you might have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) but before I could make this diagnosis, I need to know, do you have abdominal pain along with your constipation part? Do you ... View thread »

Is colonoscopy necessary for diagnosis of stomach pain with diarrhea?, Answered by Dr. Penchala Prasad Kandikattu

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Colonoscopy is an invasive procedure in which we can see the lesions directly. If we have doubt then we can take a biopsy and also if any lesion needs to be treated means it can be treated immediately. It is ... View thread »

Is there any way to cure reflux esophagitis?, Answered by Dr. A V Hussain Shihaz

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query in detail. Usually, reflux esophagitis is reported based on the Los Angeles classification, which does not have a grade called M, but going through the report it is mentioned minimal changes ... View thread »

Is fibroscan recommended for a patient with SGOT 40 and SGPT 55., Answered by Dr. Magesh T

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just went through your symptoms and I also saw your laboratory investigation reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your liver function test enzymes are very normal and you do not have to worry about ... View thread »