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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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How do I repair my stomach after antibiotics?
There is nothing to repair, really. Antibiotics may cause stomach or intestinal upset/sensitivity and will alter the gut flora, but these should be temporary. Antibiotics would READ MORE
There is nothing to repair, really. Antibiotics may cause stomach or intestinal upset/sensitivity and will alter the gut flora, but these should be temporary. Antibiotics would not be expected to damage the stomach lining specifically, though. Resume a normal diet, eat light foods and symptoms should abate. For prolonged problems after antibiotics, see a PCP or GI doc.
Why does my stomach hurt so bad when I don't eat?
You probably have a sensitive stomach, which we technically call visceral hypersensitivity. I consider it a neurological problem of the gut. This type of pain tends to be exacerbated READ MORE
You probably have a sensitive stomach, which we technically call visceral hypersensitivity. I consider it a neurological problem of the gut. This type of pain tends to be exacerbated by stress/anxiety/depression. Of course, other causes may be present such as a gastric ulcer, whose pain classically gets better with food. See a GI doc for evaluation, especially if this is a chronic problem.
Why do I have diarrhea after I eat?
This is usually the result of a gastro-colic reflex. When the stomach fills up then it stimulates a neurological reflex making the colon contract. This causes sudden urgency and READ MORE
This is usually the result of a gastro-colic reflex. When the stomach fills up then it stimulates a neurological reflex making the colon contract. This causes sudden urgency and often diarrhea occurs because the colon is emptying even if the stool has not had time to solidify.
What drinks help with constipation?
Not sure what drinks you are referring to. Liquid laxatives are the most effective for constipation: MOM, Miralax, magnesium citrate. Otherwise, prune juice or other fruit juices READ MORE
Not sure what drinks you are referring to. Liquid laxatives are the most effective for constipation: MOM, Miralax, magnesium citrate. Otherwise, prune juice or other fruit juices may help induce bowel movements.
Should I keep eating if constipated?
Yes, you need to eat to maintain all bodily functions. You should takes laxatives to keep regular bowel movements. Aim for a BM every 2-3 days. Eat more fiber, take OTC laxatives READ MORE
Yes, you need to eat to maintain all bodily functions. You should takes laxatives to keep regular bowel movements. Aim for a BM every 2-3 days. Eat more fiber, take OTC laxatives like Miralax, dulcolax. Try laxative teas, prunes, or kiwis. If these don't work, then Rx laxatives are available.
Can an empty stomach cause pain?
No. The stomach normally should not cause pain when empty or full. At your age, sensitivity of the stomach (functional GI disorder) would be the most common explanation.
Does eating acidic foods cause abdominal pain?
No. The most acidic foods (like orange juice) we might consume have a pH of 3-4, but your stomach acid is normally at pH 1-2, much more acidic than anything that we would usually READ MORE
No. The most acidic foods (like orange juice) we might consume have a pH of 3-4, but your stomach acid is normally at pH 1-2, much more acidic than anything that we would usually ingest.
What foods are bad for acid reflux?
It will vary from person to person, but in general chocolate, coffee (caffeine), and peppermint are traditionally worse for heartburn. Also, larger and higher calorie meals promote READ MORE
It will vary from person to person, but in general chocolate, coffee (caffeine), and peppermint are traditionally worse for heartburn. Also, larger and higher calorie meals promote more acid reflux because the stomach empties slower.
What is the best medication for GERD?
The antiacid medications like H2 receptor blockers (zantac, pepcid,...) and especially proton pump inhibitors (Prilosec, Nexium, Aciphex,...) are best for controlling GERD.
Pancreatitis attack & low sugar?
If you have true acute pancreatitis, then this requires hospitalization. On the other hand, your attacks may be pain from chronic pancreatitis, especially if the CT scan shows READ MORE
If you have true acute pancreatitis, then this requires hospitalization. On the other hand, your attacks may be pain from chronic pancreatitis, especially if the CT scan shows no inflammation of the pancreas (and the ER is sending you home). In this latter case, you need long term pain control with a GI doc and pain specialist.
What is the difference between a gastric ulcer and a peptic ulcer?
A gastric ulcer means that the ulcer is located in the stomach. A peptic ulcer means that the ulcer (typically) is in the stomach, duodenum or both. Even the esophagus could have READ MORE
A gastric ulcer means that the ulcer is located in the stomach. A peptic ulcer means that the ulcer (typically) is in the stomach, duodenum or both. Even the esophagus could have an ulcer and still be considered peptic, technically. "Peptic" is just a more general term referring to the process of ulceration, but does not imply the exact location.
I'm having a pancreatitis attack?
If you are truly having a pancreas "attack", i.e. pancreatitis, then this usually requires hospitalization for IV fluids, pain control, and avoidance of oral intake especially READ MORE
If you are truly having a pancreas "attack", i.e. pancreatitis, then this usually requires hospitalization for IV fluids, pain control, and avoidance of oral intake especially if it is worsening the abdominal pain. If eating is making you hurt then you should not be eating and you need to go to the hospital.
What could be causing cramping diarrhea shortly after eating?
You are describing a gastro-colic reflex: when the stomach fills with food or fluid, this stimulates a neurological reflex causing the colon to contract, which produces cramping READ MORE
You are describing a gastro-colic reflex: when the stomach fills with food or fluid, this stimulates a neurological reflex causing the colon to contract, which produces cramping and diarrhea. The stomach is basically forcing the colon to empty. This is in no way an infectious process so all the stool testing is for naught. Treatment consists of an antispasmotic med to reduce cramping and antidiarrheals to reduce diarrhea.
What is the best food to clean your stomach?
No food can "clean" the stomach. It does not need cleaning. A normal stomach contains high levels of acid at a pH of 1 or 2 nearly all the time. This acid kills most bacteria and READ MORE
No food can "clean" the stomach. It does not need cleaning. A normal stomach contains high levels of acid at a pH of 1 or 2 nearly all the time. This acid kills most bacteria and other pathogens, thereby keeping the stomach "clean" naturally.
Bleeding after a bowel movement?
This type of bleeding is usually secondary to either anal fissure or hemorrhoids.
Do I need to seek medical care?
Your intestinal and other symptoms are the result of "getting completely wasted." If you irritate the stomach and brain to that extent with alcohol (and other drugs), then you READ MORE
Your intestinal and other symptoms are the result of "getting completely wasted." If you irritate the stomach and brain to that extent with alcohol (and other drugs), then you will pay the price. Be nice to your body and you will recover.
What causes severe stomach cramps and diarrhea?
Too many possible causes, but for a healthy person with occasional but chronic cramping with diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome is by far the most common cause.
What drink helps an upset stomach?
Need more information to be able to answer. An "upset stomach" means different things to different people, so if I saw you as a patient I would ask a lot of questions to try to READ MORE
Need more information to be able to answer. An "upset stomach" means different things to different people, so if I saw you as a patient I would ask a lot of questions to try to figure out why the upset feeling is happening, confirm that the source is the stomach and not intestinal, and only then could I offer some advice. As a general rule though, no specific drink is likely to be helpful.
Constipation and sciatica?
There is no direct link between sciatica and constipation since the GI tract neurologically functions independently from the axial skeletal nervous system. An indirect relationship READ MORE
There is no direct link between sciatica and constipation since the GI tract neurologically functions independently from the axial skeletal nervous system.
An indirect relationship may result from using narcotic pain pills to treat sciatica with resultant slowing of the GI tract. Being more sedentary from sciatica might also slow down the intestinal motility leading to constipation.
An indirect relationship may result from using narcotic pain pills to treat sciatica with resultant slowing of the GI tract. Being more sedentary from sciatica might also slow down the intestinal motility leading to constipation.
What's the difference between acid reflux and GERD?
No significant difference. Technically, acid reflux just means that stomach acid is physically entering up into the esophagus. GERD is a disease meaning that the acid reflux is READ MORE
No significant difference. Technically, acid reflux just means that stomach acid is physically entering up into the esophagus. GERD is a disease meaning that the acid reflux is causing damage to the esophagus lining.
