Gastrointestinal Syndrome and Cholecystitis

Gastrointestinal Syndrome and Cholecystitis

Q: A 30-year-old female has been diagnosed with gastrointestinal syndrome and cholecystitis.

After taking your medication, the frequency of diarrhea has decreased, but I still experience morning abdominal pain followed by diarrhea, along with dry mouth, fatigue, dizziness, excessive sleepiness, dark yellow complexion, pale lips, palpitations, and occasional hand tremors. What should I do?

A: Your condition has improved, but further treatment is still needed. “Gastrointestinal syndrome” is an outdated term originally proposed by Japanese researchers in the 1960s, later replaced by “irritable bowel syndrome” (IBS). Long-term malabsorption of nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats), deficiencies in trace elements, electrolyte imbalances (calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium), and vitamin deficiencies (VitA, VitB, VitC) have led to the various symptoms you’re experiencing.

9. Brother Qiang: My father is 63 years old and weighs 74 kg. He has had varicose veins for about 5–6 years, especially noticeable in his calves. How should this be treated?

A: Laborers spend their entire lives standing or sitting for long periods, both of which significantly increase the risk of lower limb varicose veins. For severe cases, vein ligation can be performed to redirect blood flow through deep veins, but this method has a high recurrence rate. A simpler approach is to wear compression stockings to compress the deep veins. Having practiced clinical medicine for over 50 years, I’ve deeply realized that relying solely on medication won’t cure the condition.

10. Su Jishan: I may have caught a chill yesterday, which caused diarrhea today, but I’m still experiencing stomach pain, persistent chills, and nausea. What medication should I take to relieve these symptoms?

A: This indicates that your gastrointestinal barrier function is weakened. It’s likely you have chronic gastritis or irritable bowel syndrome. You need to address the root cause before you can withstand the cold.

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