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Dr. Eric E. Tibesar

Gastroenterologist (Pediatric)

Dr. Eric Tibesar is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Dr. Tibesar specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
17 years Experience
Dr. Eric Tibesar
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com
  • Accepting new patients

How do you stop diarrhea without medication?

You can try changing your diet around and focusing on fiber to help with diarrhea. Specifically, you need to focus on what is called soluble fiber. This type of fiber will absorb READ MORE
You can try changing your diet around and focusing on fiber to help with diarrhea. Specifically, you need to focus on what is called soluble fiber. This type of fiber will absorb a lot of water and can help with diarrhea. Common foods that are high in soluble fiber include any kind of beans, Brussels sprouts, avocados, broccoli, figs, carrots, and flaxseed.

Why does my newborn keep getting diarrhea?

A lot of things can cause diarrhea in newborn babies with the most common being an infection. If that is the case then you just need to give it time and allow the baby to fight READ MORE
A lot of things can cause diarrhea in newborn babies with the most common being an infection. If that is the case then you just need to give it time and allow the baby to fight off the infection on their own. Other possible causes would include a dietary issue with an allergy to milk being the most common. Therefore either a formula change or mother being on a dairy free diet while still breast-feeding would be the answer.

Is it normal to have stomach pain after endoscopy?

Yes, it can be normal sometimes to have some discomfort following the procedure. This is because air is pumped into the intestines to open them up and allow the endoscopist to READ MORE
Yes, it can be normal sometimes to have some discomfort following the procedure. This is because air is pumped into the intestines to open them up and allow the endoscopist to see better. However, if the pain is quite severe and your abdomen is hard and tender to the touch then you need to be seen immediately in the emergency room.

How do you soothe a baby with acid reflux?

Typically the best thing you can do is keep them upright for at least 30 minutes after each feed and make sure that they are burping successfully. Pacifiers can sometimes help READ MORE
Typically the best thing you can do is keep them upright for at least 30 minutes after each feed and make sure that they are burping successfully. Pacifiers can sometimes help soothe the baby so don't be afraid to use one.

Colon cancer or IBS?

Without any evidence of blood, and given how young you are, colon cancer is extremely unlikely. You may have caught a GI bug or ate something wrong so I would recommend getting READ MORE
Without any evidence of blood, and given how young you are, colon cancer is extremely unlikely. You may have caught a GI bug or ate something wrong so I would recommend getting plenty of water and give your symptoms a few weeks before seeing your doctor if things don't get better.

What can I take for stomach pain and diarrhea?

Usually an antacid like Tums or Pepto Bismol would work for the short term. Also consider a probiotic and make sure to drink plenty of water.

My son is dehydrated?

Make sure he is still having wet diapers, is still active and is still drooling/making saliva. If he is not doing any of those things, he needs to go to the ER right away.

What drink helps an upset stomach?

Sometimes carbonated drinks like pop or ginger ale can settle an upset stomach. Otherwise, simply drinking lots of water should help as well.

How do I know if my stomach pain is serious?

The warning signs to look out for include intractable vomiting, weight loss or swallowing trouble. If you have any of these signs or symptoms, see your doctor right away.

What is the easiest way to fix constipation?

The easiest way is to make sure you are drinking lots of water, eating plenty of healthy fiber and exercising daily.

Do probiotics help with celiac disease?

Sometimes probiotics can help decrease symptoms but the best treatment overall for celiac disease is to avoid gluten in your diet.

What foods are good for constipation?

The best foods are high fiber foods like vegetables, legumes, beans and whole grain breads. Plenty of water is also essential.

What are the side effects of a colon resection?

The most common side effect is usually incontinence of stool. You can also suffer from chronic infections in the intestines you have remaining.

My ultrasound/endoscopy/HIDA scan all came back completely normal. What else could it be?

Even though your scope was negative, you could still have acid reflux causing almost all of these symptoms. You should try a diet without spicy food, greasy food, fatty food, READ MORE
Even though your scope was negative, you could still have acid reflux causing almost all of these symptoms. You should try a diet without spicy food, greasy food, fatty food, fried food or caffeine. Also, try a course of over-the-counter acid reflux medicine like Nexium or Prilosec. Make sure you drink plenty of water and get daily exercise.

I'm having stomach pains?

Sounds to me like you are probably more constipated than you think. Try taking miralax laxative for a few weeks and work on drinking a lot more water and eating high fiber foods. READ MORE
Sounds to me like you are probably more constipated than you think. Try taking miralax laxative for a few weeks and work on drinking a lot more water and eating high fiber foods.

How to relieve being full all the time?

You might want to try a diet that is lower in fiber and lower in fat. These foods tend to cause a lot of bloating and feeling of fullness. Drink plenty of water and get daily READ MORE
You might want to try a diet that is lower in fiber and lower in fat. These foods tend to cause a lot of bloating and feeling of fullness. Drink plenty of water and get daily exercise.

Is it normal to have stomach pain after COVID infection?

Unfortunately, we still don't know a lot about the long term effects of COVID infection but stomach upset is one of them. Make sure you are drinking plenty of water, eating high READ MORE
Unfortunately, we still don't know a lot about the long term effects of COVID infection but stomach upset is one of them. Make sure you are drinking plenty of water, eating high fiber foods and getting daily exercise and hopefully your symptoms will slowly improve.

How do I know if my stomach pain is serious?

The serious red flags to look out for with chronic stomach pain include intractable vomiting, weight loss, blood in the stool or a distended, hard belly that doesn't improve. READ MORE
The serious red flags to look out for with chronic stomach pain include intractable vomiting, weight loss, blood in the stool or a distended, hard belly that doesn't improve. See your doctor right away if you suffer from any of these symptoms.

Can you have a bowel obstruction and still poop?

Yes, it is possible to still poop with a bowel obstruction, especially if the obstruction is higher up in your intestines from your rectum. If you are truly obstructed, then this READ MORE
Yes, it is possible to still poop with a bowel obstruction, especially if the obstruction is higher up in your intestines from your rectum. If you are truly obstructed, then this would cause severe pain and you would need to be in the hospital and likely need surgery.

Do probiotics help inflammation of the stomach?

The research is not exactly clear but there are recommendations for probiotics in some patients with chronic inflammation so yes, they could help.