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Dr. Christian Diaz Stone, MD

Gastroenterologist

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.
34 years Experience
Dr. Christian Diaz Stone, MD
  • LAS VEGAS, NV
  • Unicersity of California Berkeley
  • Accepting new patients

What foods are good for stomach ulcers?

Foods generally cannot either cause or treat stomach ulcers. Foods at times may produce or ease discomfort but this doesn't necessarily indicate that there is a direct effect on READ MORE
Foods generally cannot either cause or treat stomach ulcers. Foods at times may produce or ease discomfort but this doesn't necessarily indicate that there is a direct effect on an ulcer. To treat ulcers, use antiacid medications and avoid situations that break down the defensive mechanisms of the stomach lining.

How long do stomach ulcers last?

There is no simple answer because ulcers can both come and go over a period of days, or might last for weeks or months. It all depends on how much acid is present vs. to what degree READ MORE
There is no simple answer because ulcers can both come and go over a period of days, or might last for weeks or months. It all depends on how much acid is present vs. to what degree the defensive mechanisms of the stomach lining have broken down. There is a constant interplay between these two processes.

What is the fastest way to cure a stomach ulcer?

Take a proton pump inhibitor such and omeprazole or lansoprazole. Realize, however, that most stomach pain is not from an ulcer and it should not be assumed that an ulcer is present READ MORE
Take a proton pump inhibitor such and omeprazole or lansoprazole. Realize, however, that most stomach pain is not from an ulcer and it should not be assumed that an ulcer is present without diagnostic evidence.

What are the gastrointestinal manifestation of COVID-19?

Various reports have described diarrhea, pain, nausea, loss of appetite. You can see some publications for more detail: https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2020/04/stomach-complaints-common-in-covid-19-patients.html READ MORE
Various reports have described diarrhea, pain, nausea, loss of appetite.
You can see some publications for more detail: https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2020/04/stomach-complaints-common-in-covid-19-patients.html

What should I eat first in the morning for gut health?

There is nothing magical to eat in the morning or any other time of day to keep the gut healthy. If you eat and drink healthy foods/liquids, then you will be healthy overall and READ MORE
There is nothing magical to eat in the morning or any other time of day to keep the gut healthy. If you eat and drink healthy foods/liquids, then you will be healthy overall and your gut will be healthy too. Beware of the constant stream of claims without evidence from many products and purveyors of quick fixes for a price.

What should I drink in the morning for gut health?

There is nothing magical to drink in the morning or any other time of day to keep the gut healthy. If you eat and drink healthy foods/liquids, then you will be healthy overall READ MORE
There is nothing magical to drink in the morning or any other time of day to keep the gut healthy. If you eat and drink healthy foods/liquids, then you will be healthy overall and your gut will be healthy too. Beware of the constant stream of claims without evidence from many products and purveyors of quick fixes for a price.

How long does egg intolerance symptoms last?

Food intolerance, unfortunately, is a rather vague and ill defined term, and without a clear pathophysiological underpinning. But in general, if a food causes some kind of GI discomfort READ MORE
Food intolerance, unfortunately, is a rather vague and ill defined term, and without a clear pathophysiological underpinning. But in general, if a food causes some kind of GI discomfort consistently, then it would be expected to last minutes to hours while the food empties the stomach and is then broken down and absorbed by the small intestine.

Regarding GERD and prilosec?

Yes, it is safe to try Prilosec or any PPI even if those other symptoms are present.

How long does a stomach ache last?

This is highly variable. There is no simple answer since there are so many possible causes of stomach aching. Pain can last for seconds, hours or days.

Morning diarrhea?

It might be IBS. Try taking a pill of Imodium at bedtime and see if that slows down the morning diarrhea. Other treatments for IBS will be available by the GI doctor if that is READ MORE
It might be IBS. Try taking a pill of Imodium at bedtime and see if that slows down the morning diarrhea. Other treatments for IBS will be available by the GI doctor if that is the final diagnosis.

Opened unrefrigerated cake frosting?

That is unlikely to make you sick. Probably not enough of a bacterial exposure to cause an infection.

Why do I get acid reflux every time I eat?

I have to assume that when you say "acid reflux," it means you get heartburn, which is the symptom that happens when stomach acid enters the esophagus. This could happen more often READ MORE
I have to assume that when you say "acid reflux," it means you get heartburn, which is the symptom that happens when stomach acid enters the esophagus. This could happen more often if there is a hiatal hernia present or if the muscle between the esophagus and stomach is weak. If you get frequent heartburn ,then you should see a GI doctor to get evaluated and make sure that you are not getting any complications.

Stomach pain?

Any significant vomiting of blood needs to be evaluated promptly at an ER or urgent care.

Can celiac disease cause gastritis?

No, they are two separate processes.

What causes nausea everyday?

Too many possible causes, but in someone who is otherwise healthy and without weight loss or anemia, anxiety is a frequent cause. Most causes of nausea are not GI related. Excessive READ MORE
Too many possible causes, but in someone who is otherwise healthy and without weight loss or anemia, anxiety is a frequent cause. Most causes of nausea are not GI related. Excessive marijuana smoking has been associated with nausea and vomiting (cannabis hyperemesis syndrome).

Can gastric ulcers be cured?

Yes, almost all ulcers resolve with antacid medications. H. pylori infection is a common cause, so eradicating it with antibiotics will prevent future ulcers.

Is peptic ulcer curable?

Yes, nearly all ulcers in the stomach and duodenum should resolve with antacid medications. Treat H. pylori and avoid NSAIDs to prevent recurrence.

When should I be concerned about nausea?

In young people, nausea is often caused by anxiety, but should be evaluated if there is weight loss, anemia or symptoms are bad enough to require an ER visit.

Why do I have lower abdomen pain?

Air is swallowed along with food/liquids so as the air accumulates then it may cause discomfort (usually in the epigastrium or left upper quadrant, sometimes right side). If belching READ MORE
Air is swallowed along with food/liquids so as the air accumulates then it may cause discomfort (usually in the epigastrium or left upper quadrant, sometimes right side). If belching relieves the pain then the stretching of the stomach (from air or food) is the likely source.

What can you eat with a peptic ulcer?

There is no specific diet for PUD. You can eat what is tolerated. The treatment of PUD is antiacid pills, eradication of H pylori, avoidance of NSAIDs, etc.