HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Could Pain In Stomach After Eating Be Due To A Gall Bladder Problem?

hello my name is elisa lynn Phillips, every time I eat my stomach wants to hurt me and sometimes I will make it to the bathroom and sometimes I don,t . I do have pain in my stomach. could that be a gallbladder problem? I don,t have a job so I can,t pay you. sorry.
Wed, 5 Apr 2017
Report Abuse
Gastroenterologist,  's  Response
The infection you are suffering from is called Gastroenteritis or stomach flu.In gastroenteritis the mucosa of the intestine is severely inflamed causing symptoms like loose stools,indigestion and vomiting.

Tests suggested-
Ultrasound abdomen to rule out inflammation of abdomen.
Stool test for bacterial or protozoal infection
Fecal calproctin to rule out intestinal inflammation.

Most likely stomach flu is viral and is self limiting.However antibiotic therapy can be given in case its bacterial or protozoal.

Treatment suggested-
Start taking Fybrogel or metamucil. It increases bulk of stool and improves digestion.
Start taking a good over counter probiotic daily.It will gradually improve digestion.They are rich in good bacteria which assists digestion.
Take lots of banana,Apple and peaches.
Drink lots of fibrous juices.
Take light and easily digestible food.
Antibiotic therapy could be given as per the reports of investigation.
Imodium 4 mg stat dose can be taken to stop loose stools.
Dicyclomine can be taken fir spasmodic pains along with Nexium 40mg.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on digestive issues share your reports here and Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Could Pain In Stomach After Eating Be Due To A Gall Bladder Problem?

The infection you are suffering from is called Gastroenteritis or stomach flu.In gastroenteritis the mucosa of the intestine is severely inflamed causing symptoms like loose stools,indigestion and vomiting. Tests suggested- Ultrasound abdomen to rule out inflammation of abdomen. Stool test for bacterial or protozoal infection Fecal calproctin to rule out intestinal inflammation. Most likely stomach flu is viral and is self limiting.However antibiotic therapy can be given in case its bacterial or protozoal. Treatment suggested- Start taking Fybrogel or metamucil. It increases bulk of stool and improves digestion. Start taking a good over counter probiotic daily.It will gradually improve digestion.They are rich in good bacteria which assists digestion. Take lots of banana,Apple and peaches. Drink lots of fibrous juices. Take light and easily digestible food. Antibiotic therapy could be given as per the reports of investigation. Imodium 4 mg stat dose can be taken to stop loose stools. Dicyclomine can be taken fir spasmodic pains along with Nexium 40mg.