Question 1

I'm really worried because I've been feeling a lot of discomfort in my chest, especially at the back, and sometimes I even vomit blood. My appetite is almost gone, and there's this burning feeling in my chest and lower abdomen. What could be causing all this?

Accepted Answer

do one chest xray

Question 2

I'm having my meals at 11am and 7pm, but I skip eating in the afternoon. Around 3pm, I start feeling like my food isn't completely digested, and I'm taking unienzyme tablets twice a day for it. Do you think it's okay for me to take the unienzyme a third time around 3pm to help with this?

Accepted Answer

break down your CBC (Complete Blood Count) results:

*Results Analysis*

1. *PDW (Platelet Distribution Width)*: 17.1 (Normal range: 10-17)
    - Your PDW is slightly elevated, indicating a possible variation in platelet size.
2. *WBC (White Blood Cell) Count*: 11.4 (Normal range: 4-9)
    - Your WBC count is elevated, suggesting a possible infection, inflammation, or stress response.
3. *HCT (Hematocrit)*: 41.8 (Normal range: 34-38)
    - Your HCT is slightly elevated, indicating a possible increase in red blood cell concentration.

*Suggestions*

1. *Consult your doctor*: Discuss your results with your doctor to determine the underlying cause of these abnormalities.
2. *Infection or inflammation check*: Your doctor may recommend further tests to check for underlying infections or inflammation.
3. *Stress management*: Engage in stress-reducing activities, as stress can contribute to elevated WBC counts.
4. *Hydration*: Ensure adequate hydration to help maintain healthy blood cell counts.
5. *Follow-up tests*: Schedule follow-up tests to monitor your blood cell counts and adjust your treatment plan accordingly.

Question 3

I've been having this chest discomfort that's mostly in the center, but sometimes it's a bit on the left side too. Plus, there's this back pain right in the middle of my back. Last year I talked to a gastroenterologist and had an endoscopy and a chest X-ray. They didn't spot anything except a gastric problem. But here I am, a year later, feeling the same kind of discomfort again. What could be going on? Should I be worried, or is this something common that happens with gastric issues?

Accepted Answer

take tablet pantoprazole for 5 days, once a day

I'm dealing with a diagnosis of lax LES and esophagitis grade A, and it's really frustrating because it feels like food is stuck in my upper abdomen. How long is this going to take to heal completely?

Healing of Grade A esophagitis can take 26 weeks with appropriate treatment. Lax LES can be managed through lifestyle changes and medication, but complete resolution might require ongoing care. Consistent treatment and lifestyle modifications are important for long-term relief.

More Gastroenterology/GI medicine Health Queries

I'm really worried because I've been feeling a lot of discomfort in my chest, especially at the back, and sometimes I even vomit blood. My appetite is almost gone, and there's this burning feeling in my chest and lower abdomen. What could be causing all this?

I'm having my meals at 11am and 7pm, but I skip eating in the afternoon. Around 3pm, I start feeling like my food isn't completely digested, and I'm taking unienzyme tablets twice a day for it. Do you think it's okay for me to take the unienzyme a third time around 3pm to help with this?

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