I had fissure surgery 9 months ago but now I'm noticing mucus and pus when passing stool along with a tight feeling in my upper abdomen and burning around my anus - could this be related to my past surgery or something else going on

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I'm feeling like there's a marble stuck in my throat whenever I eat, and I can't figure out which food might be causing this. I've seen several doctors, and they say it's acid reflux or some kind of infection, but it just doesn't feel right to me. Could it be something else or linked to a specific type of food?

That could be GERD or mucosal congestion visit Gastroenterologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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I'm really worried because my husband found a red worm in his stool and he does eat a lot of sweets. Is this something to be concerned about? What should we do?

he needs deworming ,use albendazole 1st dose folloed by 2nd dose atsecond week if it still persisits consult your doctor

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Is banana good for liver?

Banana are good source of potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6 and dietary fibers which is good for an over-all good health including liver. As banana is also a rich source of sugars and carbohydrates, it is better to consume in moderation.

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