EXPERT
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.
33 years
Experience
Dr. Christian Diaz Stone, MD
- LAS VEGAS, NV
- Unicersity of California Berkeley
- Accepting new patients
No results found
Can anesthesia for colon surgery cause constipation?
I am not aware of a link between anesthesia and constipation. But any colonic surgery will result in loss of colon activity immediately post-op. It often takes a few days for the READ MORE
I am not aware of a link between anesthesia and constipation. But any colonic surgery will result in loss of colon activity immediately post-op. It often takes a few days for the colon to regain its usual function.
How long is colon resection surgery?
This is best answered by a surgeon
What helps with bloating?
There are several possible causes for bloating but the most common is carbohydrate malabsorption, so to help reduce bloating then you need to lower carbohydrates in your diet. READ MORE
There are several possible causes for bloating but the most common is carbohydrate malabsorption, so to help reduce bloating then you need to lower carbohydrates in your diet. Try the low FODMAP diet.
What helps with diarrhea?
For short term diarrhea, it's ok to take Imodium or Kaopectate.
What are the side effects of colon resection surgery?
Infection, bleeding, complication from anesthesia, but this is best answered by a surgeon
How long does a colon biopsy take?
Not sure that I understand your question, but most colon biopsies are done during a colonoscopy which usually takes 10-15 minutes to complete.
How long is recovery after colon resection surgery?
Usually 2-5 days but this is best answered by a surgeon
What foods to avoid with gastritis?
There is no good answer to this. Food does not cause gastritis and most gastritis does not cause pain or other symptoms unless it is acute. Most discomfort from eating food is READ MORE
There is no good answer to this. Food does not cause gastritis and most gastritis does not cause pain or other symptoms unless it is acute.
Most discomfort from eating food is the result of stomach hypersensitivity (dyspepsia), or food intolerance, and has nothing to do with any gastritis that might be found incidentally.
Most discomfort from eating food is the result of stomach hypersensitivity (dyspepsia), or food intolerance, and has nothing to do with any gastritis that might be found incidentally.
Is it okay to be constipated after gastric sleeve surgery?
It is not unusual to have constipation after an intestinal surgery. Just follow your surgeon's instructions about eating and diet, stay active, and your colon function should return READ MORE
It is not unusual to have constipation after an intestinal surgery. Just follow your surgeon's instructions about eating and diet, stay active, and your colon function should return to normal.
What medications help with constipation after colon resection?
Over the counter laxatives like Miralax and dulcolax can help, though these should be taken while supervised by your surgeon.
How to fix nausea after colon surgery?
Try ondansetron, to be prescribed by your surgeon.
Can stomach ulcers be an emergency?
Yes, they can but generally only if they bleed significantly.
Can I drink alcohol after colon resection surgery?
This is best answered by a surgeon, but at some point, yes, you will be able to drink alcohol after the surgery.
Malabsorption/malnutrition?
It could be malnutrition but it could also be a stress response to an inflammatory condition. For iron deficiency, from a GI standpoint, this warrants EGD and colonoscopy.
Is bloating normal after colon surgery?
This is best answered by a surgeon, but I would need to know more about the bloating. Does it happen after eating? Are you having normal bowel movements? Is there abdominal pain? READ MORE
This is best answered by a surgeon, but I would need to know more about the bloating. Does it happen after eating? Are you having normal bowel movements? Is there abdominal pain?
Can’t poop
Not sure what the moving feeling was, but you need to take a large dose of laxatives (e.g. Miralax + dulcolax) and/or fleets enemas to force a BM.
Can I get H Pylori from my roommate in an alf?
Yes it is possible but unlikely. If the facility is not clean then this would increase the risk, but in general, human-to-human transmission of H pylori is rare.
upper abdominal pain
Constant dull pain does not usually have origin in the intestinal tract. If the pain does not worsen with food, then even less reason to think that this is a lumenal GI problem. READ MORE
Constant dull pain does not usually have origin in the intestinal tract. If the pain does not worsen with food, then even less reason to think that this is a lumenal GI problem. It could be something outside of the intestinal tract or even abdominal wall or musculoskeletal problem. A detailed history can help sort it out. A lot of HCPs order lots of tests (that show nothing) but they don't take the time to take a detailed history, which results in delayed diagnosis.
Is surgery necessary for appendicitis?
Usually yes, though some cases might resolve with antibiotics.
What type of anesthesia is used for appendix surgery?
It is general anesthesia, but the details on this are best provided by an anesthesiologist.
