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Wu Hai Wu
Gastroenterology
About me
Wu Haiwu, chief physician of gastroenterology, professor, with 22 years of experience. After graduating from university, he has been engaged in clinical work at the People's Hospital of Ganzhou. He has furthered his studies in gastroenterology at Ruijin Hospital in Shanghai and Zhongshan Hospital in Xiamen in 2008 and 2012, respectively, and has abundant theoretical foundation and professional knowledge.
Proficient in diseases
With unique experience in the anti-viral treatment of digestive system diseases such as esophageal, gastric, intestinal, liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic diseases, especially elderly digestive diseases and viral hepatitis and cirrhosis, proficient in dealing with upper gastrointestinal bleeding, severe acute pancreatitis, refractory ascites in cirrhosis, and a series of complicated critical conditions, inflammatory bowel disease, etc., skilled in using gastroscopy and colonoscopy for diagnosis and treatment of diseases, actively participated in the medical emergency response to major public health incidents and government-directed healthcare conferences.
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Is prolonged sitting harmful to proctitis?
Prolonged sitting does not significantly harm proctitis, but if a patient sits for extended periods, it might lead to the occurrence of hemorrhoids. Therefore, it is generally advised not to sit for too long and to engage in appropriate amounts of exercise, adopting a balanced approach to physical activity. Patients with proctitis may experience symptoms like mucoid stools, purulent stools, bloody stools, and a sensation of incomplete evacuation after defecation. Therefore, in terms of diet, it is recommended not to consume overly spicy or stimulating foods. Instead, opt for foods that are easy to digest and bland. Treatment can include the use of medications such as mesalazine or sulfasalazine.
Why does irritable bowel syndrome cause diarrhea in the morning?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) might lead to morning diarrhea, as intestinal motility is relatively slower while asleep and speeds up upon waking. This could result in an increased frequency of bowel movements in the morning, and severe cases may experience diarrhea. For patients with IBS experiencing diarrhea, it is recommended to take oral medication to adjust the intestinal flora, as well as bi-directional enteric neuromodulators, such as trimebutine maleate. It is also important to closely monitor any changes in the condition and return for follow-ups as needed. (Please take medication under the guidance of a doctor.)
"Inflammatory changes in the rectum"
Inflammatory changes in the rectum are generally a diagnostic manifestation observed through electronic colonoscopy. Under electronic colonoscopy, these changes are often described as inflammation of the rectum, mainly characterized by congestion, edema, and pinpoint erosion of the rectal mucosa, among others. Generally, the symptoms are not very severe, and many patients who undergo electronic colonoscopy, after taking medications such as polyethylene glycol electrolyte powder for diarrhea, can exhibit inflammatory changes in the rectum. Once inflammatory changes in the rectum occur, it may be considered to treat them by orally administering medications that regulate the gut flora. If the patient presents with symptoms such as urgency, mucus-like stools, or pus and blood in the stools, treatment with sulfasalazine suppositories should be considered, and the specific choice of medication and dosage should be followed according to medical advice. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a professional doctor.)
Does irritable bowel syndrome cause stomach discomfort?
Patients with irritable bowel syndrome may experience stomach discomfort, as irritable bowel syndrome may be a type of functional dyspepsia. Therefore, patients with functional dyspepsia may experience stomach discomfort, which manifests as bloating, early satiety, belching, acid reflux, heartburn, etc. Once patients experience stomach discomfort, it is recommended to visit the gastroenterology department of a reputable hospital as soon as possible to complete a gastroscopic examination and a carbon-13 breath test, as well as to check for Helicobacter pylori. When necessary, targeted symptomatic treatment should be conducted.
Is duodenal bulb inflammation an ulcer?
Duodenal bulb inflammation is not an ulcer. It refers to chronic inflammation of the mucosa of the duodenum without erosion, hence it is not a duodenal ulcer. However, if patients with duodenal bulb inflammation do not receive proper treatment and fail to pay attention to their diet, among other factors, it may potentially develop into a duodenal ulcer. Once a duodenal ulcer occurs, it could lead to potential complications such as pyloric obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeding, and perforation of the duodenal bulb, etc. Therefore, it is crucial for patients with duodenal bulb inflammation to seek active treatment.
What should I do if a duodenal ulcer causes diarrhea?
Patients with duodenal ulcers who experience diarrhea should undergo a routine stool examination to rule out diarrhea caused by intestinal infections. If there is no obvious organic disease in the intestines, the diarrhea associated with duodenal ulcers may be due to excessive secretion of stomach acid. It is advisable to consider using medications that suppress the secretion of stomach acid, such as proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole or lansoprazole, etc. You can also use aluminum magnesium carbonate, sucralfate, etc., to protect the stomach lining. For patients with abdominal distension, medications like mosapride can be used to promote gastric motility treatment.
Does pressing on the stomach hurt with Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Whether pressing on the abdomen causes pain in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) depends on the specific circumstances. If an IBS patient experiences abdominal pain due to intestinal spasms, pressing on the abdomen may relieve the pain. If an IBS patient does not have abdominal pain and deeply presses on the abdomen, it may cause abdominal pain. IBS patients should eat light, easily digestible foods and avoid spicy and irritating foods. They should quit smoking and drinking, avoid drinking strong tea and coffee, and also need to use some medications to regulate the intestinal flora for treatment.
Can I eat lamb with acute pancreatitis?
Patients with acute pancreatitis must not eat or drink during the acute phase. Absolutely no binge eating or drinking should occur, as it can lead to gastrointestinal dysfunction, obstruct the normal movement and emptying of the intestines, and hinder the normal drainage of bile and pancreatic juice, thereby easily triggering an attack of acute pancreatitis. Alcohol must also be avoided, as excessive drinking can lead to chronic alcohol poisoning and malnutrition-related liver and pancreatic damage, reducing the patient's ability to fight infections and also easily triggering and exacerbating acute pancreatitis.
Can acute pancreatitis patients have sexual intercourse?
Patients with acute pancreatitis cannot have sexual intercourse during the acute treatment period because it can lead to physical exhaustion and further weaken the patient's condition. Therefore, during the acute phase of acute pancreatitis, the focus should be on rest, and the diet should include foods rich in vitamins and carbohydrates, such as starchy foods, fresh vegetables, and fruits. It is important to avoid overeating, greasy foods, and alcohol consumption. If patients with acute pancreatitis recover fully, and their physical strength is completely restored, they may then consider resuming sexual activity.
Is dry, pellet-like stool a symptom of colon cancer?
Dry, granular stools are not necessarily symptoms of colon cancer, but patients with colon cancer may also experience dry, granular stools. Therefore, after exhibiting the above symptoms, patients need to promptly complete an electronic colonoscopy to confirm the diagnosis of the disease. For example, if the symptoms are due to colon cancer, aggressive surgical treatment should be taken, followed by comprehensive treatment including radiotherapy and chemotherapy. If the symptoms are due to functional indigestion causing constipation, treatment should involve using medications to regulate the intestinal flora and relieve constipation.