- female
- 35 Years
- 01/04/2021
What does heartburn feel like?
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Starts as a burning sensation in the upper abdomen and moves up into the middle of the chest.
Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
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View allI've been dealing with chronic constipation for quite a while, but recently I've started experiencing some discomfort in my right groin area, and it seems to be making the constipation worse. What could be causing this? Should I be worried about this new pain, and how is it related to my constipation?
Consume more liquids and fibre rich foods for easing the constipation you can also try dupholac syrup 10ml during bed time.
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I've been experiencing some sharp pain that starts at my belly button and shoots down towards my legs, especially after I clean or put pressure on my belly button. It's so severe that I often need to take the day off to rest. The pain seems to stretch from my navel down to my inner legs and even to my feet. Any idea what might be causing this? It's really starting to worry me.
The sharp pain from your belly button radiating to both legs, triggered by cleaning, pressing, or applying pressure, may indicate an umbilical hernia, umbilical cord granuloma, or omphalitis (navel infection); however, another possible cause is an ilioinguinal nerve entrapment or irritation, which can cause pain in the lower abdomen, groin, and inner thighs; consult a general surgeon or a primary care physician for a proper evaluation and diagnosis.
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I'm dealing with some bowel issues for about a year now. Sometimes things seem to get better, but then it starts acting up again after a few days. My colon just doesnt seem to empty properly. Sometimes the bowel is really hard, and other times there's a mucus-like thing, which causes gas and acidity. No matter what type of bowel movement it is, I struggle to pass stools and have to apply a lot of pressure, which sometimes leads to rectal pain. Even then, my colon still doesnt feel empty. I'm wondering if there might be some kind of obstruction or if it could be irritable bowel syndrome. It's really affecting my daily life, and the discomfort is too much to handle. Can you help clarify what's going on?
While Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a likely cause of your symptoms, its important to consider other possible conditions, such as intestinal obstruction, IBD, or pelvic floor dysfunction. Given the persistence and discomfort of your symptoms, I highly recommend consulting a gastroenterologist to undergo a thorough evaluation, including tests like a colonoscopy or imaging, to rule out other potential causes and get a proper diagnosis. Treatment may involve a combination of dietary changes, medications, and possibly physical therapy for pelvic floor issues.
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