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Dr. Eric E. Tibesar
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric)
Dr. Eric Tibesar is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Dr. Tibesar specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
17 years
Experience
Dr. Eric Tibesar
- Indianapolis, IN
- University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com
- Accepting new patients
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How do you fix gallbladder stones?
You can try diet first, mainly a low fat diet along with exercise and weight loss. However, some stones don't always clear that way and you may need to be prescribed a medicine READ MORE
You can try diet first, mainly a low fat diet along with exercise and weight loss. However, some stones don't always clear that way and you may need to be prescribed a medicine to help relieve the stones.
Do they send your gallbladder to pathology?
Yes, the pathologist will make sure that the gallbladder doesn't have any serious findings that may require further work up.
How long does diarrhea last in babies with a stomach virus?
Babies with a stomach virus can sometimes have diarrhea that can last up to 2 weeks. Sometimes symptoms in certain babies can last up to 4 to 6 weeks. The key is to make sure READ MORE
Babies with a stomach virus can sometimes have diarrhea that can last up to 2 weeks. Sometimes symptoms in certain babies can last up to 4 to 6 weeks. The key is to make sure that they are still hydrated and to let the body fight off the infection on its own.
What can I eat for breakfast with IBD?
The best thing anyone can do with IBD from a nutritional standpoint is to eat all healthy foods and try to avoid a lot of processed food, fried food, greasy food and high calorie/fat READ MORE
The best thing anyone can do with IBD from a nutritional standpoint is to eat all healthy foods and try to avoid a lot of processed food, fried food, greasy food and high calorie/fat food. Stick with lots of healthy fruit, vegetables and grains as well as plenty of water throughout the day.
How do you treat a baby's stomach infection?
Unfortunately, there is little treatment that doctors can prescribe for babies with stomach infections. The majority of the time, stomach infections are due to a virus and the READ MORE
Unfortunately, there is little treatment that doctors can prescribe for babies with stomach infections. The majority of the time, stomach infections are due to a virus and the baby has to simply fight off the infection on their own and get better with time. Occasionally you can try certain medications to help with vomiting but many of these drugs are not safe for babies and should be avoided. Keep feeding your baby a healthy diet and make sure to avoid dehydration while they fight off the illness.
What's causing my bloating?
Bloating is typically caused by either a very poor diet or can sometimes be due to abnormal bacteria in the gut. Diets that are high in carbohydrates and fat can cause a lot of READ MORE
Bloating is typically caused by either a very poor diet or can sometimes be due to abnormal bacteria in the gut. Diets that are high in carbohydrates and fat can cause a lot of bloating so try to cut down on those types of foods. As for the bacteria, taking a probiotic daily can help replenish the "good" bacteria and prevent the "bad" bacteria from causing symptoms.
What should I avoid eating with acid reflux?
The best diet to avoid for acid reflux are foods that are high in fat as well as greasy foods, fried foods, acidic foods and caffeine. Also, avoiding lots of alcohol and smoking READ MORE
The best diet to avoid for acid reflux are foods that are high in fat as well as greasy foods, fried foods, acidic foods and caffeine. Also, avoiding lots of alcohol and smoking will help with reflux. Plenty of water as well as good sleep and daily exercise will help with symptoms tremendously.
Can't poop?
If you have already tried stool softeners and laxatives, another option would be to consider an enema or suppository. Sometimes patients underdose on stool softeners so try taking READ MORE
If you have already tried stool softeners and laxatives, another option would be to consider an enema or suppository. Sometimes patients underdose on stool softeners so try taking a lot higher dose to see if this will help. If you still are unable to poop then you need to see your doctor right away.
Will COVID-related diarrhea go away on its own?
Yes, the diarrhea should go away on its own. Just like with any other viral illness, the body takes time to heal but eventually you will get back to normal.
How long does a stomach infection last?
Depending on which kind of infection you have, a typical viral stomach infection can sometimes last up to 2 weeks, especially in younger patients. The best thing to do is get READ MORE
Depending on which kind of infection you have, a typical viral stomach infection can sometimes last up to 2 weeks, especially in younger patients. The best thing to do is get a lot of rest, drink a lot of water and allow the body to fight off the infection on its own.
Why does my stomach hurt after eating sauces?
It certainly depends on what type of sauces you are referring to. Some people can be very sensitive to tomatoes and their acidity. Some people can have problems with acid reflux READ MORE
It certainly depends on what type of sauces you are referring to. Some people can be very sensitive to tomatoes and their acidity. Some people can have problems with acid reflux and spicy sauces can cause stomach pain. And sometimes other additives like certain dyes or processed ingredients can cause stomach upset. If your stomach pain is causing lots of vomiting or if you are losing weight unintentionally, then you should absolutely see a doctor. Otherwise, you may want to try some different sauces to see if there is one that is gentler on your stomach.
How do you minimize pain after appendix surgery?
Typically pain after appendix surgery is fairly minimal, especially if you had the surgery done laparoscopically, or through tiny cameras in your skin. Most of the time, simple READ MORE
Typically pain after appendix surgery is fairly minimal, especially if you had the surgery done laparoscopically, or through tiny cameras in your skin. Most of the time, simple over-the-counter pain relievers like Tylenol or ibuprofen should suffice. Getting plenty of rest and not overexerting yourself will also help with the healing process and minimize pain.
What naturally stops diarrhea?
One natural remedy for helping with diarrhea is increasing the soluble fiber in your diet. Soluble fiber tends to soak up lots of water and give more bulk to your stool. Foods READ MORE
One natural remedy for helping with diarrhea is increasing the soluble fiber in your diet. Soluble fiber tends to soak up lots of water and give more bulk to your stool. Foods with large amounts of soluble fiber include beans, fruits and many oat products.
What could this symptom mean?
Well, without examining you it is difficult to know exactly what this might be but it certainly sounds suspicious for anal warts. Many times, warts are caused by a certain virus READ MORE
Well, without examining you it is difficult to know exactly what this might be but it certainly sounds suspicious for anal warts. Many times, warts are caused by a certain virus called human papilloma virus and can lead to complications if not treated appropriately. You should definitely see a doctor and have someone examine your body to make sure that nothing else concerning is going on.
Can celiac disease cause stomach inflammation?
Typically celiac disease affects the small intestine, just beyond the stomach. It can be rare that the stomach can have inflammation from celiac disease. Most likely, stomach READ MORE
Typically celiac disease affects the small intestine, just beyond the stomach. It can be rare that the stomach can have inflammation from celiac disease. Most likely, stomach inflammation is from another cause such as acid reflux or an ulcer and not from celiac disease.
What happens to your body when you stop eating gluten?
Gluten is a protein that has been added to many types of wheat products to give the food some bulky volume and improve the airiness of breads and pastas. However, gluten is not READ MORE
Gluten is a protein that has been added to many types of wheat products to give the food some bulky volume and improve the airiness of breads and pastas. However, gluten is not an essential part of our diet so you could go on living just fine without it in your diet. Therefore, when you stop eating gluten, basically nothing happens to your body.
Abdominal pain & vomiting?
If that person is becoming malnourished or losing weight, then they need to see a specialist right away for evaluation. If they are unable to keep down simple liquids like water, READ MORE
If that person is becoming malnourished or losing weight, then they need to see a specialist right away for evaluation. If they are unable to keep down simple liquids like water, they may need to be in the hospital with IV fluids to prevent dehydration. Sometimes a liquid diet with nutritional shakes can help, if taken slowly.
What can I take for acid reflux?
There are many over-the-counter medications you can take for acid reflux. If you just have occasional heartburn feelings, you can take a Tums or Pepto Bismol as needed. However, READ MORE
There are many over-the-counter medications you can take for acid reflux. If you just have occasional heartburn feelings, you can take a Tums or Pepto Bismol as needed. However, if your symptoms are more persistent, you should take a daily medication such as Prilosec, Nexium or Prevacid.
Does gastric bypass shorten your life?
Currently, there doesn't seem to be any evidence that a gastric bypass surgery will shorten your life. However, this surgery is still relatively new and we don't have the research READ MORE
Currently, there doesn't seem to be any evidence that a gastric bypass surgery will shorten your life. However, this surgery is still relatively new and we don't have the research yet that can tell us how long patients will live and whether their life is shorter because of the surgery or not. Getting this surgery is a big decision that will have to be discussed carefully with you and your surgeon.
Can celiacs eat chocolate?
Chocolate itself, if it is pure and unsweetened, is gluten-free so you should be able to eat that type of food. However, you have to be careful with eating different types of READ MORE
Chocolate itself, if it is pure and unsweetened, is gluten-free so you should be able to eat that type of food. However, you have to be careful with eating different types of candy bars since they may have other additives like cookies or pretzels which can contain gluten.
