Gastroenterology
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What should I do if I experience upper right abdominal pain?
If you experience upper right abdominal pain, monitor your symptoms carefully and seek medical attention—especially if the pain is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other concerning symptoms.
What should I do if I have a constant feeling of fullness in the rectal area?
Feelings of constant rectal fullness can happen for several reasons, such as enlarged hemorrhoids or problems with bowel movements. It is important to see a healthcare professional for a proper evaluation.
What steps can be taken to improve incomplete bowel elimination?
Steps to improve incomplete bowel elimination include lifestyle modifications, appropriate medication use, and sometimes biofeedback therapy to help the muscles work better during bowel movements.
When should I be concerned about upper right abdominal pain?
Seek medical attention for upper right abdominal pain if it becomes severe, worsens over time, or is accompanied by symptoms like fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), or difficulty breathing. These symptoms require urgent medical evaluation.
When should I worry about upper left abdominal pain?
Seek medical attention for upper left abdominal pain if it's severe, persistent, or accompanied by concerning symptoms such as fever, dizziness, or difficulty breathing.
Why am I having yellow mucus discharge from anus without stool?
Yellow mucus discharge from your anus without stool can happen when the lining of your rectum or anus is irritated or inflamed and may need further evaluation by a healthcare provider.
Why causes sour smelling poop?
Sour-smelling poop occurs when acids produced by gut bacteria alter its normal smell. This typically happens due to changes in your diet or the bacterial balance in your digestive system.
Why do I get a stomach ache after eating?
Stomach aches after eating can happen for many reasons, such as problems with the digestive system, food intolerances, or even stress affecting the gut.
Why do I have a stomach ache every morning?
Experiencing stomach aches every morning could be related to several factors including diet, lifestyle habits, and underlying medical conditions
Why do I have lower abdominal pain?
Lower abdominal pain can have many different causes including gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and other causes.
Why do I have lower left abdominal pain?
Lower left abdominal pain can be due to a number of causes including gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and musculoskeletal problems.
Why does my poop smell different than usual?
Changes in stool odor are typically normal and related to diet, medications, or digestive processes.
Why does my poop smell like eggs?
Your poop might smell like eggs because bacteria in your gut produce sulfur-rich gases during digestion.
Why does my poop smells like burnt rubber?
Your poop might smell like burnt rubber when chemicals are made by gut bacteria during digestion.
Why does my poop smells like chemicals?
Your poop may smell like chemicals because of diet, medicines, gut imbalance, or digestive problems.
Why does stomach pain occur when sitting but not standing, and what can be done to alleviate it?
Stomach pain when sitting could be caused by pressure on nerves or changes in how gas moves in your intestines. Changing your posture and using a supportive cushion while taking breaks from sitting can help relieve the pain.
Why might it feel like my anus is blocked during a bowel movement?
Feeling like your anus is blocked during a bowel movement may be caused by hard stool buildup (fecal impaction) or problems with the muscles and nerves around the anus. This can make emptying your bowels difficult and uncomfortable.
Why might my bowel movements consistently feel incomplete?
A feeling of incomplete bowel movements may be linked to constipation issues, where your colon or pelvic muscles aren’t emptying properly.
Is it normal to experience abdominal pain?
Abdominal pain is a common experience that can occur for lots of reasons, and in many cases, it is not a sign of a serious health problem.
Is there any relation between diarrhea and testicle pain?
Yes, there can be a relationship between diarrhea and testicle pain in certain cases.
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