Ratnakar Kini, MD  
Male
India

Specialties: Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis

Institute of Child Health & Hospital for Children
India
gerd
Jul 25, 2008 09:01PM in the GERD (Acid Reflux) Expert Forum
Hi buddysmom, GERD does not cause diarrhea. But PPIs taken for treating GERD can cause diarrhea as one of their side effects. For the night time pain (nocturnal breakthrough) you can take zantac once at bed time in addition to prevacid you are taking twice daily. But consult your doctor before taking additional medications. ==============================...
do I need flagyl yet?
Jul 25, 2008 12:41PM in the Colitis Expert Forum
Hi seamus178, Since you developed the symptom following the intake of clindamycin, the chances of having clostridium difficle infection is more. Since you are symptomatic you can start on flagyl as it is a very effective drug in the treatment of clostridium difficile infection. ================================================================ The informatio...
Eosinophils - pANCA - polyps
Jul 25, 2008 12:24PM in the Colitis Expert Forum
Hi Daisylouu, 1. Small bowel biopsy can be done with enteroscopy also. But not all centers have this facility. 2. Ulcerative colitis involves colon. Since there is involvement of small bowel also we should think in terms of Crohn's disease. 3. Discuss with your doctor regarding treatment options. =======================================================...
stomache pulseations
Jul 25, 2008 12:20PM in the Colitis Expert Forum
Hi becky08, Pulsations in the belly can be both normal and abnormal. Only a clinical examination can tell whether it is a mattern of concern or not. ================================================================ The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete ev...
Very worried - possible GERD or heart problems
Jul 25, 2008 12:09PM in the GERD (Acid Reflux) Expert Forum
Hi enchilila54, Acid reflux/ hiatus hernia can cause the type of pain you have mentioned. After your cardiac evaluation is over, you can consult a gastroenterologist for an upper GI endoscopy and 24 hours pH monitoring for evaluation of the possible GERD/hiatus hernia. ================================================================ The information provid...
What happened to me? Heartburn won't go away
Jul 25, 2008 12:05PM in the GERD (Acid Reflux) Expert Forum
Hi markv, If you dont have any relief with PPI then you need to undergo 24 hours pH monitoring test and endoscopy for re- evaluation. But before that make sure that you follow all instructions - A) PPI should be taken before food B) Certain life style modifications should be done- 1. Head elevation while sleeping 2. Small frequent meals 3. ...