Question 1

can i use activated charcoal 260mg on an upset stomach + gas + nausea due to ulcers and gastritis? can activated charcoal help?

Accepted Answer

It helps : Gas pains but you also need an H2 blocker or a proton pump inhibitor

Question 2

upset stomach, gas, nausea after eating anything. coughing up black tonsil stones every few weeks. what is wrong?

Accepted Answer

Get checked. : Coughing up phlegm for sometimes may be an ongoing allergies issues or viral infection. Upset stomach and other factors may be part of that illness but it should not be ongoing. It is good to have some blood test to see how is your immune system and how bad is the infection. Increase water intake and take some vitamins. And it is important to see your doctor.

Question 3

is it possible to have an upset stomach, gas pains, nausea & diarrhea just from upping an antidepressant? ive been on lexapro 15mg for a year, my psychiatrist just upped it to 20mg about 2-3 weeks ago

Accepted Answer

GI upset: There is a possibility that an increased dose led to GI symptoms. However, Lexapro is usually pretty well tolerated. The cause of the GI upset may not be due to Lexapro.  If you have GI upset, take the Lexapro with food. You can talk to your doctor about splititng dose &amp; addition of probiotics can help.

Question 4

i take depo-provera shot and don't think i'm pregnant as shot is always on time so what could cause me to have upset stomach like gas cramps and nausea ?

Accepted Answer

Reflux or Gastritis: Gas cramps and nausea are most commonly caused by reflux or gastritis (stomach inflammation). Try an over the counter remedy for these. If it doesn't improve, see your doctor. Hope this helps!

Question 5

what causes upset stomach, nausea and excess gas?

Accepted Answer

Upset stomach: A variety of conditions can cause nausea and gas from lactose intolerance to gastroesophageal reflux. Check with your doctor or gastroenterologist for further evaluation.

Question 6

i have had an upset stomach, gurgling, slight nausea and gas for about a week. do i need to see a doctor or wait for it to go? no vomiting

Accepted Answer

Going on for la time: Since your symptoms have been going on for a week I would tell you to see a doctor to get a diagnosis

Question 7

i ate a whole head of garlic. please tell me the whats happening to my body. i am experiencing nausea and an upset stomach.

Accepted Answer

Garlic overdose:  Had problems before with less  garlic? Most likely just ate too much garlic, just as  if you ate too much candy-especially if you had garlic before.   Less likely is  intolerance ( allergy  unlikely as no rash ). Dont eat so much garlic at once.  f/u/ w/ md.

https://www.healthline.com/health/garlic-allergy#symptoms
https://www.livestrong.com/article/493019-why-does-garlic-make-my-stomach-hurt/

Question 8

what to drink for nausea and upset stomach?

Accepted Answer

Ginger: A simple way to v nausea is w ginger. You can drink slightly flattened ginger ale or nibble on crystallized ginger.  Or pour boiling water over freshly sliced organic ginger & steep at least 5 min in a covered pot. Sip.

Question 9

can cough syrup lead to an upset stomach & nausea?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Cough syrups that contain dextromethorphan (dm) can commonly trigger nausea, stomach pain and even vomiting.

Question 10

what causes sore thoat, nausea, and upset stomach?

Accepted Answer

Varies - get seen: Many viruses can cause this, and post nasal drip can upset the stomach however, these symptoms can be caused by strep throat.  The only way to know for sure is to get swabbed to check.

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Can i use activated charcoal 260mg on an upset stomach + gas + nausea due to ulcers and gastritis? can activated charcoal help?

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Upset stomach, gas, nausea after eating anything. coughing up black tonsil stones every few weeks. what is wrong?

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Is it possible to have an upset stomach, gas pains, nausea & diarrhea just from upping an antidepressant? ive been on lexapro 15mg for a year, my psychiatrist just upped it to 20mg about 2-3 weeks ago

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I take depo-provera shot and don't think i'm pregnant as shot is always on time so what could cause me to have upset stomach like gas cramps and nausea ?

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What causes upset stomach, nausea and excess gas?

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I have had an upset stomach, gurgling, slight nausea and gas for about a week. do i need to see a doctor or wait for it to go? no vomiting

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I ate a whole head of garlic. please tell me the whats happening to my body. i am experiencing nausea and an upset stomach.

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What to drink for nausea and upset stomach?

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Can cough syrup lead to an upset stomach & nausea?

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What causes sore thoat, nausea, and upset stomach?

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