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Dr. Christian Diaz Stone, MD
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Dr. Christian Stone is a gastroenterologist practicing in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Stone specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Stone performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
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Dr. Christian Diaz Stone, MD
- LAS VEGAS, NV
- Unicersity of California Berkeley
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What relieves bloating fast?
There is no rapid relief for bloating. Most bloating comes from carbohydrate malabsorption, less likely SIBO. Reduce dietary carbs with a low FODMAP diet and bloating will get READ MORE
There is no rapid relief for bloating. Most bloating comes from carbohydrate malabsorption, less likely SIBO. Reduce dietary carbs with a low FODMAP diet and bloating will get better over time.
Can oatmeal give you a stomach ache?
No, oatmeal would not be expected to do this. ANY food can in theory cause stomach pain, but this is usually due to stomach sensitivity and has less to do with what was ingested. READ MORE
No, oatmeal would not be expected to do this. ANY food can in theory cause stomach pain, but this is usually due to stomach sensitivity and has less to do with what was ingested.
What should your diet be with diverticulitis?
There is no evidence that any diet or avoidance of specific foods can alter the course of diverticulitis or prevent future bouts of diverticulitis.
Which fruit is good for digestion?
This type of question is difficult to answer for several reasons: 1. What makes you think there is something wrong with your digestion? If you have certain GI symptoms, then it's READ MORE
This type of question is difficult to answer for several reasons:
1. What makes you think there is something wrong with your digestion? If you have certain GI symptoms, then it's important to diagnose the cause and not assume that maldigestion is the explanation.
2. There is no evidence that a specific food like a fruit can improve the body's process of digestion, which is very complex and involves motility, enzyme production, hormonal mechanisms, etc. It's not realistic to think that a certain food can dramatically alter this process.
3. The most common food type to be maldigested is carbohydrates (fruits and vegetables) since humans lack or lose the enzymes able to do this. Proper diagnosis should be made if there is thought to be any true maldigestion of foods.
1. What makes you think there is something wrong with your digestion? If you have certain GI symptoms, then it's important to diagnose the cause and not assume that maldigestion is the explanation.
2. There is no evidence that a specific food like a fruit can improve the body's process of digestion, which is very complex and involves motility, enzyme production, hormonal mechanisms, etc. It's not realistic to think that a certain food can dramatically alter this process.
3. The most common food type to be maldigested is carbohydrates (fruits and vegetables) since humans lack or lose the enzymes able to do this. Proper diagnosis should be made if there is thought to be any true maldigestion of foods.
Postprandial diarrhea?
You should get another opinion from another GI doctor. Either a diagnosis has been missed or you have not gotten optimal treatment for IBS. Either way, another opinion would be READ MORE
You should get another opinion from another GI doctor. Either a diagnosis has been missed or you have not gotten optimal treatment for IBS. Either way, another opinion would be worthwhile.
How long does it take for Imodium to kick in?
The onset is rapid for most people when it is first used. It should kick it within an hour or 2 to reduce diarrhea.
How long does constipation last after Imodium?
This is highly variable. Rebound constipation can last up to several days, but usually will last only 1-2 days.
When should you not take Imodium?
Imodium is an anti-diarrheal so it should not be used in constipated persons. It should be used only for diarrhea as long as there is not a significant acute infection ongoing. READ MORE
Imodium is an anti-diarrheal so it should not be used in constipated persons. It should be used only for diarrhea as long as there is not a significant acute infection ongoing.
Why do I feel bloated all the time?
More detail is needed to figure out what the bloating is from, but the most common causes are carbohydrate malabsorption, constipation, weight gain, bacterial overgrowth.
Can too much stomach acid cause bloating?
No, there is no relation between these two processes
Is gas pain in children a symptom of covid-19?
No, it should not be, especially if gas pain is an isolated symptom. GI symptoms from COVID have been reported but only in a minority of patients and the GI symptoms would be accompanied READ MORE
No, it should not be, especially if gas pain is an isolated symptom. GI symptoms from COVID have been reported but only in a minority of patients and the GI symptoms would be accompanied by the usual fever, shortness of breath and other typical COVID symptoms.
Could constipation be a symptom of covid-19?
No, it should not be. Constipation is not an expected symptom from COVID. Other GI symptoms from COVID have been reported but only in a minority of patients and the GI symptoms READ MORE
No, it should not be. Constipation is not an expected symptom from COVID. Other GI symptoms from COVID have been reported but only in a minority of patients and the GI symptoms would be accompanied by the usual fever, shortness of breath and other typical COVID symptoms.
How long does it take for food to digest after overeating?
If you overeat, then the stomach takes longer to empty. After a standard-sized meal, the stomach should be mostly empty by 4 hours after finishing the meal. The larger the calorie READ MORE
If you overeat, then the stomach takes longer to empty. After a standard-sized meal, the stomach should be mostly empty by 4 hours after finishing the meal. The larger the calorie amount ingested, then the longer it will take to empty the stomach. So, if you overeat, it would be expected to take 6, 8, or more hours to empty the stomach.
Is eating bananas good for stomach pain?
No. There is nothing special about bananas in terms of the stomach and no evidence that they can serve as a treatment for stomach pain.
How do you calm stomach ulcer attack?
Whenever someone reports ulcer pain, the first question is how do we know there is an ulcer? It should be searched for and proven by either Xrays or an endoscopy. Otherwise, one READ MORE
Whenever someone reports ulcer pain, the first question is how do we know there is an ulcer? It should be searched for and proven by either Xrays or an endoscopy. Otherwise, one should not assume there is an ulcer, since most people with stomach pain do not have an ulcer, when then work up is done. So first try to be sure what the pain is from then we can address how to calm down the pain. An ulcer is fairly easily treated with antiacid medications in most cases.
What percentage of gastric bypass patients regain weight?
This is best addressed by a bariatric surgeon, but the vast majority (>90%) of patients lose weight, at least initially. Over years however, the weight will often come back, though READ MORE
This is best addressed by a bariatric surgeon, but the vast majority (>90%) of patients lose weight, at least initially. Over years however, the weight will often come back, though not to the original pre-surgery weight. This can be seen as wide U-shaped graph of weight change over time.
Which probiotics are best for gas?
There is little to no clinical data that supports probiotics for this reason. Most flatulence and bloating is the result of carbohydrates that are not well digested, especially READ MORE
There is little to no clinical data that supports probiotics for this reason. Most flatulence and bloating is the result of carbohydrates that are not well digested, especially those in fruits and vegetables, bread, etc. A low carb diet such as the FODMAP diet works to reduce gas.
Can antibiotics cause bad gas?
Usually not, but if antibiotics alter your gut flora is such a way as to allow gas producing bacteria to dominate in the colon, then in theory you might get more gas this way after READ MORE
Usually not, but if antibiotics alter your gut flora is such a way as to allow gas producing bacteria to dominate in the colon, then in theory you might get more gas this way after taking antibiotics (but this has not been formally studied to my knowledge).
Stomach hurts?
This is usually from an overly sensitive stomach, less often from acute gastritis or ulcers.
How do you get rid of a burning stomach?
First, must determine what the burning is coming from. Need to try to localize the origin to the stomach, small intestine or colon. Need more information in order to advise better. READ MORE
First, must determine what the burning is coming from. Need to try to localize the origin to the stomach, small intestine or colon. Need more information in order to advise better.
