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Dr. Christian Diaz Stone, MD
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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
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Dr. Christian Diaz Stone, MD
- LAS VEGAS, NV
- Unicersity of California Berkeley
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Should I go to the ER for bloody diarrhea?
Yes, if it does not resolve or you have dehydration or anemia.
What disease causes bloody diarrhea?
There are many possible causes. The details of your case narrow down the possibilities. Not having any more information, I cannot venture a guess. Common causes of an acute case READ MORE
There are many possible causes. The details of your case narrow down the possibilities. Not having any more information, I cannot venture a guess. Common causes of an acute case might be infectious colitis, ischemic colitis, diverticular bleeding. For chronic bloody diarrhea, Crohns or ulcerative colitis are possible.
Flying and hiatal hernia
If you mean on an airplane, yes, it's ok.
Is this something i should be concerned about?
Hard to make out anything abnormal on the photo.
You should have a doctor examen your throat properly to find out is there is any issue.
You should have a doctor examen your throat properly to find out is there is any issue.
2 day prep
I'm not sure what you mean by 2 day prep, since there are a couple of different definitions for this. But a 2 day prep is fairly common especially in people who have constipation READ MORE
I'm not sure what you mean by 2 day prep, since there are a couple of different definitions for this. But a 2 day prep is fairly common especially in people who have constipation and whose colons might be tough to clean out.
2 day prep can mean 2 days of liquid diet only, or it can mean taking two separate oral prep solutions over 2 days.
2 day prep can mean 2 days of liquid diet only, or it can mean taking two separate oral prep solutions over 2 days.
What’s wrong with my stomach?
You probably have a post-infection dyspepsia. The stomach infection (virus or bacteria) makes the stomach sensitive so you feel full fast and get other GI symptoms. It can also READ MORE
You probably have a post-infection dyspepsia. The stomach infection (virus or bacteria) makes the stomach sensitive so you feel full fast and get other GI symptoms. It can also affect your bowel habits. It should clear up but it can take weeks or months.
What’s wrong with me?
Two months ago you probably had a stomach bug/flu. After that, many times symptoms linger for weeks or months because the stomach becomes hypersensitive. Don't get too stressed READ MORE
Two months ago you probably had a stomach bug/flu. After that, many times symptoms linger for weeks or months because the stomach becomes hypersensitive. Don't get too stressed about it. Things should improve with more time. If you are losing weight or things get worse then you should see a doctor.
Stomach pai
Hard for me to guess what the pain could be from. You need someone to take a proper history and examine you. It could be from the colon, possibly from diverticulitis or complication READ MORE
Hard for me to guess what the pain could be from. You need someone to take a proper history and examine you. It could be from the colon, possibly from diverticulitis or complication thereof. It could also be an inguinal hernia. I need to know when you last had a colonoscopy. It would be best to see a gastroenterologist to get a proper evaluation. The pain you have is not from a stomach ulcer.
Can general anesthesia for a liver biopsy cause any damage?
All anesthesia has some risk but it is generally very low risk unless you have a lot of co-morbidities or are very frail.
Nausea
Nausea is a very non-specific symptom with many underlying explanations, many of which are not intestinal. A careful history can help identify a cause. Headache, hypoglycemia, READ MORE
Nausea is a very non-specific symptom with many underlying explanations, many of which are not intestinal. A careful history can help identify a cause. Headache, hypoglycemia, vascular conditions, electrolyte disturbances, neurological conditions, renal dysfunction and many more non-intestinal problems can cause nausea.
Antidepressants
A quick search shows that there is a small risk of serotonin syndrome, but there are many instances where patients are put on 2 antidepressants at the same time. Talk with your READ MORE
A quick search shows that there is a small risk of serotonin syndrome, but there are many instances where patients are put on 2 antidepressants at the same time. Talk with your doctor about any potential issues.
How painful is a colonoscopy?
Nearly all colonoscopies are done using IV sedation so it should not be painful unless you receive midazolam and you are resistant to it (e.g. due to alcohol use or high anxiety). READ MORE
Nearly all colonoscopies are done using IV sedation so it should not be painful unless you receive midazolam and you are resistant to it (e.g. due to alcohol use or high anxiety). If you receive propofol for sedation then you will not feel anything.
What anesthesia do you use for colon surgery?
General anesthesia is used for bowel surgery.
Laxative
Normally, your colon doesn't wake up before you do. The colon tends to increase activity in the morning and after meals. It's ok to take Miralax but I am not sure if it will solve READ MORE
Normally, your colon doesn't wake up before you do.
The colon tends to increase activity in the morning and after meals.
It's ok to take Miralax but I am not sure if it will solve your problem. You can give it a try, or consider imodium at bed time to slow down the colon by the morning.
The colon tends to increase activity in the morning and after meals.
It's ok to take Miralax but I am not sure if it will solve your problem. You can give it a try, or consider imodium at bed time to slow down the colon by the morning.
Food Allergies
Food allergies do not cause mucus in stools. Internal hemorrhoids are a common explanation and maybe these were seen on the colonoscopies but were not mentioned to you.
Digestion problems
Difficult to explain your symptoms without more information and the ability to examine you. Bloating may be a sign of carbohydrate malabsorption or difficulty with emptying the READ MORE
Difficult to explain your symptoms without more information and the ability to examine you. Bloating may be a sign of carbohydrate malabsorption or difficulty with emptying the stomach or constipation.
Feeling of something in the throat is called globus and is often caused by acid reflux of simply hypersensitivity of the distal pharynx.
Feeling of something in the throat is called globus and is often caused by acid reflux of simply hypersensitivity of the distal pharynx.
What are the drugs used to treat IBD?
There are many. It depends on whether you have Crohn's or UC plus a number of other factors. For mild disease, mesalamine is used. For moderate to severe disease, steroids, immunomodulators, READ MORE
There are many. It depends on whether you have Crohn's or UC plus a number of other factors. For mild disease, mesalamine is used. For moderate to severe disease, steroids, immunomodulators, biologics and newer oral advanced therapies are used.
Any medical thoughts appreciated
What you present here does not support an autoimmune problem of the liver. Fatty liver is much more common and might fully explain your situation.
What diet to avoid with IBS?
Eat a generally healthy diet such as the Mediterranean diet. Low FODMAP diet can also be helpful.
Can colon biopsy be done without anesthesia?
Usually IV sedation is used during a colonoscopy with biopsy
