Digestive health
Acidity, constipation, IBS, piles and stomach pain.
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Acidity, constipation, IBS, piles and stomach pain.
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- My bilirubin is always slightly high in every health check but other liver tests are normal. Doctor mentioned Gilbert's. What is that? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Gilbert's syndrome is a common, inherited condition where the liver processes bilirubin a little more slowly than usual. As a result, bilirubin levels in the blood can be mildly raised, especially during fasting, illness, stress, lack of sleep or after heavy exercise. Sometimes… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I drink antacid syrup almost daily for many months whenever I feel heavy after food. Is it okay to continue like this? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Occasional antacid use for indigestion is generally fine, but needing it almost every day for months is a sign that it is worth seeing a doctor. Antacids relieve symptoms but do not treat the underlying cause. Ongoing heaviness after meals can come from reflux, H. pylori… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My mother has been using a laxative powder every night for years. Now she says without it nothing happens. Is this harmful? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person It is worth reviewing with a doctor, but there is no need to panic. Many older adults use laxatives for years. Some types, such as fibre-based or softening laxatives, are generally considered gentle for long-term use under guidance. Others, especially stimulant laxatives, are… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Morning my stomach is flat but by evening it looks like I am 4 months pregnant. Desk job, sitting whole day. Why? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Bloating that builds through the day and settles overnight is very common and usually relates to how the gut handles food and gas, rather than to fat or anything serious. As you eat and drink, gas forms during digestion, and in some people the gut is more sensitive to… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Since morning pain started near my belly button and now moved to right lower side, it hurts more when I walk. Is this appendix? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Pain that starts around the belly button and then moves to the lower right side, getting worse with walking, coughing or bumps in the road, is a classic pattern of appendicitis. It needs to be checked today in an emergency department, not left to see if it settles. An inflamed… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- First trimester la constipation romba kashtama irukku. Pregnancy la idhu normal ah? Edhavadhu safe ah pannalaama? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Constipation is very common in pregnancy, including the early months. Pregnancy hormones relax the muscles of the gut, so food moves more slowly. Iron supplements, less activity, nausea and drinking less water can all add to it. Gentle steps usually help: drink water regularly… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Rendu naala loose motion, kudikkura thanni ellam udane vandhudhu. ORS kudikkanuma illa marundhu podanuma? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person The most important thing with loose motions is to replace the fluid and salts you are losing, and ORS is designed exactly for this. Sip ORS solution, water, buttermilk, rice kanji or tender coconut water often, in small amounts if you feel sick. Keep eating light, easy foods… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Isabgol roz lena theek hai kya? Bina uske pet saaf nahi hota. Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Psyllium husk, often called isabgol, is a natural fibre supplement. It works by absorbing water and making stools softer and bulkier, which helps them move through the bowel. For many people it is considered a gentle option for ongoing constipation when used with enough water… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Grade 1 fatty liver came in my scan but I am thin and don't drink. How is that possible? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Fatty liver is not only seen in people who are overweight or drink alcohol. Many South Asians develop fat in the liver at a lower body weight, partly because of how the body stores fat, especially around the waist and organs. This is sometimes called lean fatty liver. Other… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Shaadi mein bhaari khana khaane ke baad upar pet mein bahut tez dard hai jo peeth tak ja raha hai, ulti bhi ho rahi hai. Kya karein? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Please go to an emergency department now or call 112. Severe upper abdominal pain spreading to the back, with vomiting, especially after a heavy or fatty meal, can be a sign of pancreatitis, which is inflammation of the pancreas, or of a gallstone attack. Both need prompt… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Night padutha udane nenju la erichal, throat varaikkum pulippu varudhu. Pagal la avlo illa. Enna reason? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Burning in the chest and a sour taste rising into the throat soon after lying down is a typical pattern of acid reflux. When you are upright, gravity helps keep stomach contents down. When you lie flat, especially soon after a meal, acid can flow back more easily into the food… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My gastroenterologist mentioned a low FODMAP diet for IBS. What is it and how do I follow it with Indian food? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person FODMAPs are certain types of carbohydrates that the small intestine absorbs poorly. In people with IBS, they can draw water into the gut and be fermented by bacteria, causing bloating, gas, pain and changes in bowel habit. A low FODMAP diet temporarily reduces these foods to see… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My friend went gluten-free and says her bloating vanished. Should I stop roti and maida too? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Not without checking first. Some people do feel better without wheat, but the reasons vary. Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition where gluten damages the small intestine, and it needs strict lifelong avoidance. Others have non-coeliac gluten sensitivity, and many people… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I have been taking painkillers for knee pain regularly. Today my vomit looked like coffee powder. Is this serious? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Yes, please treat this as an emergency. Vomit that looks like coffee grounds usually means there has been bleeding in the stomach, and the blood has been partly digested by stomach acid. Regular use of common painkillers for joint pain is a known cause of stomach ulcers and… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Ultrasound for some other problem showed small gallstones. I have no pain. Doctor says no need of surgery now. Is it safe to wait? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Gallstones found by chance, without any symptoms, are very common, especially in women. Many people with silent gallstones never develop problems, which is why doctors often advise watching rather than operating straight away. Surgery has its own risks, so it is usually offered… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Doctor has advised endoscopy for my long-standing acidity. I am very scared of the pipe going inside. What actually happens? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person It is very common to feel nervous, and knowing what to expect usually helps. An upper endoscopy uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera, passed through the mouth into the food pipe, stomach and first part of the small intestine. It lets the doctor see the lining directly, take… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My father drinks alcohol daily. Tonight he vomited blood twice and now feels dizzy. Should we take him to hospital now or wait till morning? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Please take him to hospital now, or call 112. Vomiting blood with dizziness is a medical emergency. In someone who drinks alcohol regularly, the bleeding may come from a tear in the food pipe after retching, a stomach ulcer, or swollen veins in the food pipe caused by liver… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My SGPT and SGOT are slightly high and scan shows fatty liver. Doctor said lose weight. Is my liver damaged? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Slightly raised liver enzymes such as SGPT (ALT) and SGOT (AST) along with fatty liver on a scan usually mean that fat in the liver is causing some irritation. It does not automatically mean permanent damage. Fatty liver is very common, and in many people it improves when they… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Bahar ka khana khane ke baad se bukhar aa raha hai aur pet kharab hai, kuch din ho gaye. Typhoid ho sakta hai kya? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person It is possible. Typhoid is spread through food or water contaminated with certain bacteria and is still common in India. It typically causes fever that builds up over days, headache, tiredness, stomach pain, and either constipation or diarrhoea. But many other infections, such… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My mother needs a colonoscopy. The bowel cleaning drink part sounds terrible. What should we know before? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Bowel preparation is often the hardest part of a colonoscopy, but it is very important, because the doctor can only see the bowel lining clearly when it is empty. The hospital will give specific instructions, usually involving a low-fibre diet for a day or so, clear fluids… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Sometimes my acidity comes as a tight pressure in the chest. How do I know if it is gas or a heart problem? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person This is an important question, because heart pain in women does not always feel like the crushing chest pain shown in films. It can feel like pressure, tightness, burning, indigestion, or discomfort in the jaw, neck, back or upper belly, and may come with breathlessness… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Enney adhigamaa ulla saapadu saapta udane vayitru valadhu pakkam valikkudhu, scan la gallstone irukku. Operation thaan vazhiyaa? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person When gallstones cause repeated pain, especially after oily or heavy meals, doctors often recommend removing the gallbladder, because attacks tend to come back and complications can develop. These include inflammation of the gallbladder, a stone blocking the bile duct causing… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I was treated for H. pylori. Should my husband and in-laws living with us also get tested? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Not necessarily. H. pylori is common and can spread within families, often through close contact or shared food and water, usually picked up in childhood. However, routine testing of all family members without symptoms is not generally recommended in most guidelines. Testing is… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- losing weight without dieting and appetite gone since 2 months, why Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Losing weight without trying and having little appetite for a couple of months is a reason to see a doctor. There are many possible causes, and most are treatable. Common ones in younger women include an overactive thyroid, diabetes, depression or anxiety, eating difficulties… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
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