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Best Tonic for Poor Digestion and Weakness

Q: Is a colonoscopy free after 50?

In India, a colonoscopy may be free or low-cost for certain individuals over the age of 50, depending on the specific circumstances. For example, colonoscopy may be free or low-cost for people who are covered by government-provided healthcare, such as those who are part of the Ayushman Bharat scheme. Additionally, some private hospitals and clinics may offer free or low-cost colonoscopies to people over the age of 50 as part of a screening program.

Q: What is the average cost of colonoscopy in India?

The cost of a colonoscopy in India depends on the location and the specific facility. However, on an average, the cost of a colonoscopy in India ranges from around Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 15,000. However, the cost of colonoscopy in private hospitals might be higher than that of government hospitals.

Q: Colonoscopy cost in government hospitals?

In India, colonoscopies cost between Rs. 350 to Rs. 850 in the government hospitals and between Rs. 2,600 to Rs. 12,000 in the private hospitals.

Q: What is the cost of colonoscopy in Mumbai?

Cost of colonoscopy depends on various factors. Starting price is ₹ 1,000 and the average cost is ₹ 11,250.

Q: Why colonoscopy is costly?

Colonoscopy can be costly for several reasons. One reason is that the procedure requires specialized equipment, such as a colonoscope, which can be expensive. Additionally, the procedure is typically performed by a specialist, such as a gastroenterologist, who may charge higher fees than a general practitioner. The cost may also include the cost of sedation or anesthesia during the procedure. Finally, the cost may also include the cost of any necessary follow-up care or treatment.

Q: What is the outcome for patients with bile duct obstruction treatment after gallbladder removal?

The outcome for patients with bile duct obstruction after gallbladder removal can vary depending on the obstruction's cause, severity, and duration. Medication: In some cases, a bile duct obstruction after gallbladder removal can be treated with a combination of medications, such as antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs, to help relieve symptoms and clear the blockage. ERCP: In more severe cases, a procedure known as an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) may be needed to remove the obstruction. Surgery: In specific cases, including cancerous growth, surgery may involve removal of the blocked section of the duct or, in severe cases, rerouting of the bile ducts through a procedure called a Roux-en-Y hepaticojejunostomy.

Q: Is a blocked bile duct an emergency?

Bile duct blockage can cause life-threatening infections if not treated in time. Eventually, they can lead to chronic liver diseases like biliary cirrhosis.

Q: Is the procedure for removing gallbladder while pregnant safe?

Recent advancements in laparoscopic surgery have made the procedure less invasive and have a shorter recovery time, which can decrease the risk of complications for both the mother and the baby. Also, this type of surgery can be performed with regional anesthesia, which is considered safer than general anesthesia during pregnancy.

I am not digesting the food I eat so my body is weak, for that I need a tonic for digestion what tonic should I take

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Answered on 4th Sept '24

Your stomach might not be breaking down food properly. Try ginger tea - a helpful tonic. Ginger promotes digestive enzymes, aiding digestion. Sip ginger tea after meals, and see if it makes you feel better. Also, eat slowly, and chew food well. Simple tips can improve digestion.

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Questions & Answers on "Gastroenterologyy" (1143)

I'm 25m I always have stomach heat and loose motion

Male | 25

Stomach heat and loose motions can happen due to gastroenteritis, food intolerance or allergies, or even stress and axiety. Stay hydrated by drinking fluids and try consuming bland, easily digestible foods.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

Mujhe vomit jaise behave and garmi lagana aur chakar aana

Female | 18

These symptoms can also be caused by quite a range of diseases and conditions, such as acute gastroenteritis, food poisoning, and even migraine. It is important to schedule an appointment with a gastroenterologist as early as possible to have a thorough evaluation of the cause and take any required measures.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

why would your stomach hurt every time you eat,feel nauseated, fatigued, have chronic constipation, throwing up, having spasms in different parts of intestines, most painful poops and painful stomach pains etc? Tried to get GI scopes but stomach flared up too much to do the prep?

Female | 22

You may have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS causes stomach discomfort, nausea, fatigue, constipation, vomiting, intestinal spasms, and painful bowel movements. Flare-ups make test preparation difficult. To manage IBS, eat healthy foods, reduce stress, and stay hydrated. Consult a gastroenterologist for further guidance.

Answered on 17th Oct '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

Stomach pain and diarrhea since Thursday the 30th May Also some light brown discharge when wiping after using the toilet with diarrhea

Female | 29

Stomachache and diarrhea that go along with light brown spotting may indicate a tummy bug or infection. The reason for these signs might be food poisoning or a virus. Remember to drink plenty of water for hydration and take some rest. If you don’t feel better or your symptoms become worse, don’t hesitate to consult with a gastroenterologist as soon as possible.

Answered on 7th June '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

Hi there, I'm currently only 19 years old and have previously had occasional heartburn. However, the past 2 weeks I have noticed i have been getting it more frequently. For example last night my heartburn kept waking me up throughout the night. but right now I'm experiencing heartburn and tingling/pins and needles in my hands

Female | 19

You might have acid reflux causing heartburn and tingling hands. Acid reflux happens when stomach acid goes up your food pipe. That causes a burning feeling, called heartburn. Tingling hands could mean irritated nerves. To help, eat smaller meals, avoid spicy foods, don't lie down after eating. See a gastroenterologist if it doesn't get better.

Answered on 23rd July '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

I’m doing minimum of 7 bowel movements a day because of my chons disease it severely affects my day to day life do you think I should start wearing adult diapers?

Male | 19

It is better to see a gastroenterologist who is an expert in the treatment of Crohn's disease for a consultation. Frequent bowel movement is a common symptom of this condition and there are several treatment options available. Adult diapers is not permanent solution

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

Typhoid hota rahta h bar bar jata nhi hai

Female | 25

Typhoid is a serious disease, not like regular illnesses. It stems from bacteria entering through contaminated water or food. Symptoms include fever, tummy aches, and weakness. But don't worry, antibiotics treat it effectively. Be mindful to consume clean water and food.

Answered on 6th Aug '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

The last few months I noticed some blood when I pooped. For a while, every time I pooped there would be blood when I wiped and sometimes the bowel would have some blood in it also. Today, there was blood in my diarrhea.

Female | 21

Bright red blood in your stool or on the toilet paper are signs of many things such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and sometimes more serious conditions like colitis or even colorectal cancer. You need to see a gastroenterologist about this so they can find out what is causing it and give you the right treatment.

Answered on 9th July '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

High absolute eosinophils. Eosinophil count is 846 accompanied with severe digestive issues. What could this mean?

Female | 28

Eosinophil of 846 and severe digestive issues point out an allergic or inflammatory disease. A gastroenterologist should be consulted for a thorough investigation and diagnosis of the problem.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

I'm having chest pain in the middle, below my ribs, it feels tight, and aches, and causes a sharp pain when I move forward, and I, wondering it it is just aside reflux or should I got to the hospital?

Female | 17

You should see a gastroenterologist for the assessment of your symptom of chest pain. Whereas the acid reflux might be a possible cause but it is necessary to rule out the other serious diseases like heart problems. Immediate medical attention should be sought without delay to establish an early diagnosis and treatment.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

I have had blood and mucus in my stools for over a month now. Sometimes more blood is present than others. Most of the times the blood is mixed in with the stool other times it's mixed in and there are mucus blood clots floating in the water. Is this something I should be immediately concerned with.

Male | 56

It may be due to various reasons, including less serious conditions like hemorrhoids or infections, it could also be a sign of more serious issues such as inflammatory bowel disease or gastrointestinal bleeding. Consult a gastroenterologist preferably from a good hospital for a thorough evaluation, diagnosis, and appropriate treatment.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

Mujhe khana khate samay man ulti jaisa hota hai aur FIR bad mein Latin jaisa hota hai aur aur Pani Peete Hain to kaise man karta hai

Male | 13

You're likely dealing with indigestion. It causes vomit-like feelings or chest burns after eating. Consuming liquids quickly fills you up. Reasons include eating rapidly or spicy, fatty fare. Eat smaller portions slowly, avoid trigger foods. Persistent issues warrant medical guidance.

Answered on 28th Aug '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

bloating in stomach constipation and headeach weakness in hand and leg

Male | 38

These symptoms may be red flags for digestive disorders, or neurological ailments. It is essential to refer to a gastroenterologist/neurologist for proper evaluation and treatment strategy.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

My name is Sachin i have been experiencing bloating, cramps, stomach pain, and feeling like your stomach is hard, especially after eating cauliflower and grams. My symptoms started gradually and have been consistent since morning. The severity of my symptoms is around 6 to 7 on a scale of 1 to 10. I have not experienced diarrhea or constipation along with these symptoms.

Male | 32

Bloating, cramps, and stomach pain after eating cauliflower and beans might occur if your digestive system is unable to function properly. They can lead to gas production, which in turn, can make your belly quite firm and you may feel uncomfortable. Try to stay away from these foods for the moment and drink a certain amount of water to see if your symptoms are relieved. If the situation persists, you can consider consulting a gastroenterologist for some additional guidance.

Answered on 14th June '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

The disease is bleeding after stool

Male | 23

Noticing blood after using the bathroom might signal hemorrhoids. These are swollen veins in the rectum or anus, causing bleeding, itchiness, and discomfort. Straining during bowel movements, chronic constipation, or prolonged sitting can trigger hemorrhoids. To ease symptoms, eat more fiber, drink plenty of water, and avoid straining during bowel movements. However, if bleeding persists or worsens, consult a gastroenterologist for further treatment options.

Answered on 24th July '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

My daughter 5 years old always complaining about stomach pain and nausea. whenever we are trying to get him eat food she denied and cant eating properly. we done Ultrasound and urine tests and all are normal. can you please advise.

Female | 5

Since the ultrasound and urine tests turned out normal, possible reasons for the symptoms may be. Typical causes in little ones can be food intolerance, stress, or anxiety. It is advisable to monitor if she is grey with certain foods before experiencing them or if she is angry all of a sudden and feels sick. Keeping a food diary and trying relaxation techniques such as deep breathing may be helpful. If the symptoms persist, talk to a pediatrician to get a proper diagnosis of the problem.

Answered on 21st Aug '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

Blooding When i go washroom

Other | 25

If you spot blood in the toilet bowl after urinating, it could indicate a problem. It might be as simple as a small scrape in your urinary tract, or it could be a result of an infection or potentially something more serious like a kidney stone. If this occurs more than once, you should tell a gastroenterologist so they can find out what is happening and how to fix it.

Answered on 29th May '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

Bleeding from anus when I'm pooping... I don't feel any pain but i can see after I'm done pooping..

Female | 16

These are a symptom of a number of medical conditions such as hemorrhoids, anal fissure, inflammatory bowel disease and also colorectal cancer. It therefore recommended visiting a gastroenterologist or a proctologist for proper diagnosis and treatment. Such symptoms being neglected can result in seriously bad implications in the later stages.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

Hi.Almost 17 days ago I drink my syrup when I drink one spoon I notice that there was some broken glass pieces,very tiny like sugar.i don't know o swallow some or not but I am really worried now what should I have to do now ?

Female | 25

Swallowing broken glass pieces is scary. Small amounts might pass without causing harm, but they could still scratch your throat or stomach. If you're feeling fine, eating soft foods and drinking plenty of water may help it pass safely. However, if you experience pain, vomiting, bleeding, or difficulty swallowing, seek medical care immediately.

Answered on 26th Sept '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

Took omeprazole 40mg at 5pm and accidently took another at 5am should I be worried?

Male | 28

The side effects of overdose omeprazole are, for instance headache, nausea and stomach pain. If you have any of these symptoms, seek advice from your doctor as soon as possible.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Samrat Jankar

Best Tonic for Poor Digestion and Weakness

I am not digesting the food I eat so my body is weak, for that I need a tonic for digestion what tonic should I take

Your stomach might not be breaking down food properly. Try ginge­r tea - a helpful tonic. Ginger promote­s digestive enzyme­s, aiding digestion. Sip ginger tea afte­r meals, and see if it make­s you feel bette­r. Also, eat slowly, and chew food well. Simple­ tips can improve digestion.

Questions & Answers on "Gastroenterologyy" (1143)

I'm 25m I always have stomach heat and loose motion

Mujhe vomit jaise behave and garmi lagana aur chakar aana

why would your stomach hurt every time you eat,feel nauseated, fatigued, have chronic constipation, throwing up, having spasms in different parts of intestines, most painful poops and painful stomach pains etc? Tried to get GI scopes but stomach flared up too much to do the prep?

Stomach pain and diarrhea since Thursday the 30th May Also some light brown discharge when wiping after using the toilet with diarrhea

I’m doing minimum of 7 bowel movements a day because of my chons disease it severely affects my day to day life do you think I should start wearing adult diapers?

Typhoid hota rahta h bar bar jata nhi hai

The last few months I noticed some blood when I pooped. For a while, every time I pooped there would be blood when I wiped and sometimes the bowel would have some blood in it also. Today, there was blood in my diarrhea.

High absolute eosinophils. Eosinophil count is 846 accompanied with severe digestive issues. What could this mean?

I'm having chest pain in the middle, below my ribs, it feels tight, and aches, and causes a sharp pain when I move forward, and I, wondering it it is just aside reflux or should I got to the hospital?

Mujhe khana khate samay man ulti jaisa hota hai aur FIR bad mein Latin jaisa hota hai aur aur Pani Peete Hain to kaise man karta hai

bloating in stomach constipation and headeach weakness in hand and leg

The disease is bleeding after stool

My daughter 5 years old always complaining about stomach pain and nausea. whenever we are trying to get him eat food she denied and cant eating properly. we done Ultrasound and urine tests and all are normal. can you please advise.

Blooding When i go washroom

Bleeding from anus when I'm pooping... I don't feel any pain but i can see after I'm done pooping..

Hi.Almost 17 days ago I drink my syrup when I drink one spoon I notice that there was some broken glass pieces,very tiny like sugar.i don't know o swallow some or not but I am really worried now what should I have to do now ?

Took omeprazole 40mg at 5pm and accidently took another at 5am should I be worried?

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Your stomach might not be breaking down food properly. Try ginger tea - a helpful tonic. Ginger promotes digestive enzymes, aiding digestion. Sip ginger tea after meals, and see if it makes you feel better. Also, eat slowly, and chew food well. Simple tips can improve digestion.