should i have exploratory surgery on my abdomen? i have been dealing with stomach and/or intestinal issues for a couple of years now. i have had many tests such as, endoscopy, colonoscopy, xrays, ct's, tons of blood work, gall bladder scan and stomach emp

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Doc says ibs. I have had mre small bowel, CT scan with vein contrast, colonoscopy, blood tests. All were normal. What are the chances I have crohns?

Answer 1

First : First of all you need a surgeon who is willing to do an ex lap surgery. The only thing i think they may find is possible scar tissue and honestly I am not sure this would cause all of your symptoms. It sounds like you may be dealing with ibs (irritable bowel syndrome), however the vomiting is not characteristic. Have you or were you ever exposed to any chemicals or lived near an industrial plant? Is it possible that you are ingesting a substance that you are unaware of? Consider your surroundings and everything you take in. Is anything different in your life since this all started? If you think of anything discuss this with your doctors; every bit of information may be helpful in solving this puzzle. I hope you find answers soon.

Answer 2

Probably, no: It will be difficult to find a surgeon (a good one at least) that will simply explore your abdomen with no clear indication, especially if you have never had a prior operation. There is unlikely anything they would find that they wouldn't be able to first demonstrate with a good imaging study. If you haven't already (but it sounds like you have) see a gastroenterologist.

Answer 3

?: I don't know without examine you but i doubt all those symptoms are due to just postnasal drip. Ge another opinion please.

Answer 4

Not post nasal drip: I'm not sure what you have but it is not post nasal drip. I strongly recommend you get another opinion from another doctor right away. Post nasal drip is a description of a symptom not a cause of symptoms. An ENT doctor can evaluate your throat most comprehensively.

Answer 5

Fungal infection: Chronic sinus infection is usually due to mold - try antifungal cream and neosporin oint to nostrils twice daily and orally supplement garlic which kills infections - it will take 4-6 weeks to clear fungal infection. Once healthy take iodine daily will prevent infections.

Answer 6

Venous incompetence: D dimer is a non-specific test meaning it doesn't really tell us anything espeically with a normal ct which would have picked up a pulmonary embolus. The most common cause of ankle swelling especially in obese people is venous incompentence. The valves in your veins aren't working and that leads to venous pooling in your ankles and feet.

Answer 7

See below: If the ct chest and us of legs are negative, you don't have dvt/pe. There must be another reason for the d-dimer to be +. Is your kidney function ok? Have you had a recent injury, surgery or something else that involves blood-clotting? How + is the test? You can consult a hematologist, or just watch it and treat the asthma. Talk to your doctor. Good luck!

Answer 8

VAGINITIS: The most common cause of vaginitis is monilial or fungus infection. It is like cottage cheese discharge and itchy.Iud sometimes causes a lot of menstrual bleeding otherwise ok. This is not related to your infection or delayed mens. You need treatment for your vaginitis.

Answer 9

Yes: When confronted with a women who could be pregnant we almost always suspect it.

Answer 10

Pelvic pain: You should see a doctor. You may be pregnant, not necessarily a normal pregnancy, but you matty have others different condition such as infection or cyst. Bottom line you need an evaluation.

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