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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
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What breakfast is good for bloating?
The best types of foods for bloating are those that are not processed and have a low sugar content. You should also try to aim for a diet high in insoluble fiber so choosing cereals READ MORE
The best types of foods for bloating are those that are not processed and have a low sugar content. You should also try to aim for a diet high in insoluble fiber so choosing cereals with bran or even oatmeal can sometimes help in the morning.
Why do I feel sick after having coffee?
Many things can happen with coffee that can upset your stomach. Most importantly, the caffeine can cause an increase in stomach acid and that can make you feel sick. Also, coffee READ MORE
Many things can happen with coffee that can upset your stomach. Most importantly, the caffeine can cause an increase in stomach acid and that can make you feel sick. Also, coffee can stimulate the colon and if you are constipated, it can cause you to feel more pressure while trying to have a bowel movement. The best thing is to limit your caffeine intake and try to drink more water to see if your stomach will feel better.
How do you stop acid reflux?
Lots of diet changes can help with acid reflux. Avoiding or at least limiting your intake of caffeine, greasy foods, fried foods, fatty foods and acidic foods (like citrus) can READ MORE
Lots of diet changes can help with acid reflux. Avoiding or at least limiting your intake of caffeine, greasy foods, fried foods, fatty foods and acidic foods (like citrus) can help. Also, healthy lifestyle changes like getting at least 8-9 hours of good sleep, exercising daily and avoiding smoking can help with reflux. Of course, medications called proton pump inhibitors are also available to try and reduce symptoms.
What can you eat with a peptic ulcer?
The best diet to eat with a peptic ulcer is anything that doesn't worsen acid production in the stomach. Therefore, it is best to avoid caffeine, spicy foods, greasy foods, fatty READ MORE
The best diet to eat with a peptic ulcer is anything that doesn't worsen acid production in the stomach. Therefore, it is best to avoid caffeine, spicy foods, greasy foods, fatty foods and acidic foods (like citrus). Drink lots of water, exercise regularly and get at least 8-9 hours of sleep at night to help as well.
Does pancreatitis cause gas?
Pancreatitis can cause a decrease in certain proteins that help you digest fat in the diet and too much fat can cause some gas problems. Therefore, it can be beneficial sometimes READ MORE
Pancreatitis can cause a decrease in certain proteins that help you digest fat in the diet and too much fat can cause some gas problems. Therefore, it can be beneficial sometimes to lower the fat content in your diet if you suffer from pancreatitis.
Can gastritis be caused by stress?
Yes, sometimes stress can cause an increase in several different types of "stress hormones" that can cause an increase in acid production in the stomach, thus leading to gastritis READ MORE
Yes, sometimes stress can cause an increase in several different types of "stress hormones" that can cause an increase in acid production in the stomach, thus leading to gastritis symptoms.
Stomach problems in children?
Sometimes diarrhea is caused by constipation in young children. The mechanism is that hard stool collects in the rectum and lower colon and the child struggles to get all the READ MORE
Sometimes diarrhea is caused by constipation in young children. The mechanism is that hard stool collects in the rectum and lower colon and the child struggles to get all the stool out. When stool enters the colon, it is liquid and can makes its way through the colon and then can leak around the hard stool in the lower colon, thus causing diarrhea. If that is the case, the best treatment is high fiber in the diet, drink lots of water and consider using laxatives to get rid of all the stool in the colon and prevent stool from collecting and causing the diarrhea. If your grandson is otherwise growing well and is overall healthy, he should be just fine.
What medicine works best for IBS?
Well, IBS is a somewhat complicated diagnosis because every patient seems to suffer from different symptoms so treatment can be quite variable. The most common medicine that people READ MORE
Well, IBS is a somewhat complicated diagnosis because every patient seems to suffer from different symptoms so treatment can be quite variable. The most common medicine that people usually use is an anti-muscle spasm medicine called dicyclomine. This mainly helps with the pain that comes along with IBS. Several other treatment options have been studied and include diet therapy as well as some over-the-counter supplements such as IBgard.
What foods are bad for acid reflux?
Several different types of foods can increase the acid production in the stomach and worsen your acid reflux. These include very spicy foods, greasy and fried foods, drinks with READ MORE
Several different types of foods can increase the acid production in the stomach and worsen your acid reflux. These include very spicy foods, greasy and fried foods, drinks with caffeine and alcohol.
When should you go to the ER for gastritis?
You should definitely head to the ER if you are vomiting uncontrollably and cannot keep down any food or liquid, if you vomit up a large quantity of blood or if you have any other READ MORE
You should definitely head to the ER if you are vomiting uncontrollably and cannot keep down any food or liquid, if you vomit up a large quantity of blood or if you have any other symptoms outside of your stomach including a lot of dizziness, severe fatigue, low blood pressure or if you pass out. These can be signs of severe anemia from blood loss in your stomach.
When is surgery needed for ulcerative colitis?
Typically surgery is reserved for patients who have tried several different treatment options yet continue to have signs of inflammation or symptoms that are concerning and ongoing. READ MORE
Typically surgery is reserved for patients who have tried several different treatment options yet continue to have signs of inflammation or symptoms that are concerning and ongoing. It used to be thought that surgery was the last step when medications failed but newer thinking has put surgery on the forefront of treatment for some patients with very severe disease that cannot be cured with medications and/or diet.
Can dehydration be a cause of constipation?
Yes, and for children, diet and hydration are usually the #1 cause for constipation. Many children lack a significant amount of fiber in their diet, as this helps regulate their READ MORE
Yes, and for children, diet and hydration are usually the #1 cause for constipation. Many children lack a significant amount of fiber in their diet, as this helps regulate their intestines and keep them stooling normally. But water is a very important part of this as it helps to keep the stools soft and lubricate them to ease in defecation.
What drinks help with constipation?
Usually the best drink that helps with constipation is actually water. Water is important to make sure that the stools remain soft and somewhat lubricated to ease in defecation. READ MORE
Usually the best drink that helps with constipation is actually water. Water is important to make sure that the stools remain soft and somewhat lubricated to ease in defecation. Other drinks that are helpful include juices such as apple juice or prune juice.
Does my son have Crohn's?
Diagnosing Crohn's disease in children can be a challenge. Certainly all of the symptoms your son is experiencing could be due to Crohn's disease but there are several other diagnoses READ MORE
Diagnosing Crohn's disease in children can be a challenge. Certainly all of the symptoms your son is experiencing could be due to Crohn's disease but there are several other diagnoses that he could fit under. Seeing a specialist and undergoing additional testing would be the best way to definitively diagnose Crohn's disease in your son.
What are the symptoms of lactose intolerance?
Typically lactose intolerance will cause problems with any and all intake of dairy or any food containing the sugar lactose. Symptoms will include a lot of bloating, abdominal READ MORE
Typically lactose intolerance will cause problems with any and all intake of dairy or any food containing the sugar lactose. Symptoms will include a lot of bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. It sounds like your son may have more of a sensitivity to dairy rather than a true lactose intolerance. Perhaps a trial off of dairy may help with his symptoms.
How do you treat high gastrin levels?
Usually high gastrin levels are treated with medications that suppress acid production in the stomach. These include drugs such as omeprazole, lansoprazole, esomeprazole and pantoprazole. READ MORE
Usually high gastrin levels are treated with medications that suppress acid production in the stomach. These include drugs such as omeprazole, lansoprazole, esomeprazole and pantoprazole.
What brings on a pancreatitis attack?
In pediatric patients, the most common reason that they develop pancreatitis is from either an infection or some type of medication. Check with your doctor before they prescribe READ MORE
In pediatric patients, the most common reason that they develop pancreatitis is from either an infection or some type of medication. Check with your doctor before they prescribe anything to make sure that it will not cause any ongoing pancreas inflammation.
Can too much meat cause an upset stomach?
Yes, eating too much of anything can cause an upset stomach. High-protein food can be difficult for the stomach to digest so if it is overwhelmed then the stomach will react with READ MORE
Yes, eating too much of anything can cause an upset stomach. High-protein food can be difficult for the stomach to digest so if it is overwhelmed then the stomach will react with pain, nausea and indigestion.
What kind of food should I eat if I have gastritis?
The usual recommendation is to avoid foods that worsen acid production in the stomach. This would include spicy foods, greasy foods or anything with caffeine.
My daughter keeps having an upset stomach. What can I do to help her?
Many times children have an upset stomach or abdominal pain that is constant but is simply due to an abnormal message being sent to the brain from the pain nerves that are in the READ MORE
Many times children have an upset stomach or abdominal pain that is constant but is simply due to an abnormal message being sent to the brain from the pain nerves that are in the abdomen. This is termed functional abdominal pain and is completely harmless for the child. Usually it gets better with time and sometimes counseling.
