Medical Advice on "Surgical Gastroenterology"

How can blood lost due to anal fissure be managed?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you are losing so much blood that you nearly passed out, then you can go to an emergency and consult a doctor soon without any delay. If you have slight blood that made you feel like pass out, then it can be due t...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Arvind Guru

Why is there a persistent stomach burning that persists despite taking medications?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I would like to know a bit more about your problem. For appropriate advice, please follow up with me with the following information: 1) When did your problem start? 2) How did it progress, increa...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Arvind Guru

Why does a lump come out while passing the bowel?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. I am very sorry about your medical condition. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. I believe you have hemorrhoids. I can see your stool is hard, and I...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia

Is laparoscopic surgery safe for diabetics with gallstones?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you mentioned, he is having multiple problems. If it is an emergency removal of gall stone, then he needs respiratory clearance because he is having pulmonary TB (Tuberculosis). You have not mentioned the size and nu...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Babu Lal Meena

What changes occur in stool frequency after proctocolectomy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is normal to have increased frequency after a pouch. As the effluent is liquid and is only ileal content, it may cause itching around the anus. Hemorrhoids will be out after proctocolectomy. Things will get better with ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Datta Ram. U.

How can I relieve my tight and sore throat?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have severe pharyngitis (inflammation of the throat). It is highly possible due to the reflux of acid from the stomach. You need to take some precautions such as, avoid food items like spicy foods, excess coffee, fr...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Noushif. M

Is GERD(Gastroesophageal reflux disease) curable permanently through medicines?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can be treated effectively with medications like omeprazole, pantoprazole, and with combination of prokinetic drugs like domperidone. In addition to drugs, the modification of life ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. E. Venkata Ramana

I am diagnosed with external anal fissure. Please let me know the remedy for this.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have probably got a recurrence of anal fistula. Please take high-fiber diet and laxatives, this can help prevent future recurrence too. Sitz bath is very effective. Do it as many times as possible. I have no idea ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Datta Ram. U.

Why does my heartburn go away when I lay down in the bed and increases when I sit upright?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The cause for heartburn is due to the acid from the stomach entering into the esophagus through the lower esophageal sphincter. Other than swallowing times this sphincter is closed and prevents the acid from entering the e...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Madhan Kumar Madathupalayam Velusamy

Can taking sitz baths, maintaining hygiene, and change in diet help relieve pruritus ani?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.I have reviewed the images that you have attached (attachment removed to protect the patient’s identity). It appears that you are experiencing a condition known as Pruritus ani. I do not observe any visible signs of fi...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Arvind Guru