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Dr. Edna Khodadadian, MD

Gastroenterologist

Dr. Edna Khodadadian is a gastroenterologist practicing in Manhasset, NY. Dr. Khodadadian 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. Khodadadian performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
29 years Experience
Dr. Edna Khodadadian, MD
  • Manhasset, NY
  • Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny
  • Accepting new patients

I am pooping blood, is it serious?

Please see a physician for evaluation ASAP. Bleeding is not normal. There are many causes of rectal bleeding and treatment is individualized based on the cause. If you feel dizzy, READ MORE
Please see a physician for evaluation ASAP. Bleeding is not normal. There are many causes of rectal bleeding and treatment is individualized based on the cause. If you feel dizzy, or have chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitation, pain or fever, you need your go to the emergency room

Why am I getting severe stomach pains and dark red blood in stool?

Blood in the stool is never normal and you need to be evaluated. Bleeding in young adults can be from hemorrhoids, colitis (infectious or inflammatory bowel disease), Polyps, peptic READ MORE
Blood in the stool is never normal and you need to be evaluated.
Bleeding in young adults can be from hemorrhoids, colitis (infectious or inflammatory bowel disease), Polyps, peptic ulcer disease, meckel’s diverticulum or in rare cases lesions.
Please be evaluated at your earliest convenience.
You need to go to the emergency room if you are sympathetic- bleeding is heavy, feel dizzy, have chest pain or feel short of breath.

Colon spasms?

Tramadol is an opioid drug. It can cause constipation, vomiting and can worsen IBS symptoms. If you notice that your IBS symptoms get worse while on Tramadol, you may want to talk READ MORE
Tramadol is an opioid drug. It can cause constipation, vomiting and can worsen IBS symptoms. If you notice that your IBS symptoms get worse while on Tramadol, you may want to talk to your physician regarding alternative pain medication.

Why does my stomach hurt after gastric bypass?

There are a number of reasons as to why you may have pain after bypass surgery, including: distension of the small remaining portion of the stomach after eating, ulceration or READ MORE
There are a number of reasons as to why you may have pain after bypass surgery, including: distension of the small remaining portion of the stomach after eating, ulceration or inflammation at the anastamotic site. You need to be seen.

Why does old gastro test indicate allergies?

If there were more than 20 eosinophils per HPF, dx is eosinophilia esophagitis. Food allergies may trigger this condition. You need to see an allergist. Proton pump inhibitors READ MORE
If there were more than 20 eosinophils per HPF, dx is eosinophilia esophagitis. Food allergies may trigger this condition. You need to see an allergist. Proton pump inhibitors such as Omeprazole and Nexium may be helpful in treating this condition.

How to treat excessive flatulence?

Avoid carbonated beverages like Coke, Sprite and Seltzer. Avoid chewing gum. If you are still not better, see GI.

Can celiac disease cause burning in your stomach?

Most commonly, celiac disease is a malabsorptive condition so people present with diarrhea, weight loss, anemia, elevated liver enzymes. Patient can have abdominal cramping with READ MORE
Most commonly, celiac disease is a malabsorptive condition so people present with diarrhea, weight loss, anemia, elevated liver enzymes. Patient can have abdominal cramping with diarrhea. Burning gastric sensation is more likely acid related. Full GI evaluation is needed.

What naturally reduces bloating?

Lactose-free diet, avoidance of carbonated beverages like coke, sprite, seltzer. Avoidance of chewing gum. Full GI evaluation.

Does exercise lessen constipation?

Yes, the more active you are, the better bowel motility and body function overall.

Unfortunate accident?

You need to be seen for evaluation and management of rectal bleeding.

Antibiotics making IBS worse?

Antibiotics may cause diarrhea / c. Diifficile infection. You need to consult your physician.

What causes diarrhea immediately after eating?

Malabsorption- lactose intolerance, rapid GI motility, food content

Can a colonoscopy be done without anesthesia?

Yes, I have performed colonoscopy without sedation in pt’s that requested it in the past - It may be a bit uncomfortable.