If your stool stays green, keeps coming back, or you also have stomach pain, fever, ongoing diarrhea, or blood in your stool, it’s a good idea to talk to a doctor. Read our article to find out more about what green stool can mean and when you might want to get it checked out.
Understanding the differences between these two can help you manage your symptoms and know when to seek medical advice.
Burping, also called belching, is a normal way your body gets rid of swallowed air from the upper part of your digestive system. Everyone burps from time to time, especially after eating or drinking.
However, some commonly used painkillers, particularly non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), can affect the protective lining of the stomach and increase the risk of gastritis and peptic ulcers.
Many digestive conditions can be identified through ultrasound, CT scans, or MRI scans, but these tests do not always provide the complete picture.
When people think about digestive investigations, they often assume that a standard endoscopy can see the entire digestive tract. In reality, different procedures are designed to examine different areas.
Colorectal polyps are abnormal growths that develop on the inner lining of the colon or rectum. They can vary in size and shape.
Stomach discomfort and acid reflux are common. Many people experience occasional heartburn or upper abdominal pain that settles with time or simple adjustments.
Persistent bloating may signal an underlying digestive condition that should be assessed by a gastroenterologist.
Occasional stomach discomfort after a heavy meal is common, but pain that keeps coming back or worsens over time should not be ignored.
