Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
My Stomach Rumbles,poor Digestion
I am of 69 years of age. My stomach rumbles. I have poor digestion.
I am of 69 years of age. My stomach rumbles. I have poor digestion. My knees are paining. This has been from past 6 months. Can u help me? I am not a diabetic or hypertensive by God's grace. I had only one cataract surgery. I smoke one cigarette a day. No drinks. One thing I shd say here. If i take my breakfast in the morning then only I can go to the loo. I cannot drink much water mainly, mainly because i have no bathroom facilities where i work. So i am compelled not to drink water. But soon i reach home, i drink plenty of water . One more main thing i forget to tell you. I get rashes all over the body. They are red in colour and warm to touch and itch terribly. This has been there from the past two years.
I am of 69 years of age. My stomach rumbles. I have poor digestion. My knees are paining. This has been from past 6 months. Can u help me? I am not a diabetic or hypertensive by God's grace. I had only one cataract surgery. I smoke one cigarette a day. No drinks. One thing I shd say here. If i take my breakfast in the morning then only I can go to the loo. I cannot drink much water mainly, mainly because i have no bathroom facilities where i work. So i am compelled not to drink water. But soon i reach home, i drink plenty of water . One more main thing i forget to tell you. I get rashes all over the body. They are red in colour and warm to touch and itch terribly. This has been there from the past two years.
Mon, 18 Jan 2010
User's Response
Tulika's
Response
At your age- the knee pain is most probably osteo arthritis- that is pain because of wearing out of the joint. When you go for your daily walk- make sure you walk on level ground only walking on uneven ground can worsen your problem. make sure you eat a high fiber diet- lots of fruits and veggies, with 2 ltrs water per day Avoid soft drinks- colas. And when you sleep- keep a gap of atleast 2 hours between eating your meals and sleeping. As you have a poor appetite, you can take a supplement like becadexamin for 1 month- once daily after food.
Anonymous's Response
Anonymous's
Response
Ofcourse increased water intake is helpful and should be taken uniformly throughout the day rather than only one time. Keeping the stomach empty for more than 3 hours is not helpful.
Note: In case of any other concern or query related to prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, or the recovery of persons with the any type of addiction or substance use, follow up with our Addiction Medicine Specialist. Click here to book a consultation now.
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]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Abdominal pain
Loading Online Doctors....