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ROCHESTER, Minnesota — Long COVID syndrome, also known as post-COVID, is more than fatigue and shortness of breath. Symptoms such as headaches, brain fog and ringing in the ears have been reported, and recently, physicians are seeing more patients with gastrointestinal problems. Greg Vanichkachorn, M.D., director of Mayo Clinic's COVID Activity Rehabilitation Program, describes the most ...
COVID-19 most commonly presents with respiratory symptoms, including cough and shortness of breath, as well as fever. However, digestive symptoms also can occur in patients with COVID-19, and with or without respiratory symptoms. In this Q&A, Dr. Sahil Khanna, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, answers questions about gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms related to COVID-19. Watch: Dr. Sahil […]
Millions of opioid prescriptions are written each year in the U.S. to help patients deal with pain. But those medications also can cause some uncomfortable side effects, including constipation. Reporter Vivien Williams talks with Dr. Michael Camilleri, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, about gastrointestinal (GI) concerns when taking opiods. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast ...
This can lead to lightheadedness, dizziness and fainting. Other postural tachycardia syndrome symptoms may include chronic fatigue; headaches or other types of chronic pain; and digestive problems, such as nausea and cramping. These symptoms may vary considerably from one person to another. If symptoms seem to be pointing to postural ...
U.S. map depicting digestive disease mortality rate per 100,000 American Indian and Alaska Natives in 2019. Diseases affecting the digestive system, including the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract, chronic liver disease , cirrhosis , inflammatory bowel disease and others, are significant causes of death worldwide.
Answer: Problems with stomach emptying (gastroparesis) occur when stomach muscles don't work correctly. Although the underlying cause can't always be found, damage to pacemaker cells and nerves in the stomach due to diabetes or surgery can lead to stomach muscle dysfunction. Medications may also cause the stomach to empty slowly.
Yes, many find gum fun to chew, but in certain instances, gum may actually be good for your gut. That's according to Dr. Mark V. Larson, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute. Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:00) is in the downloads at the end of the post. Please ‘Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network.’.
These studies suggest that people who get frequent headaches may be predisposed to gastrointestinal problems. Digestive conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome and celiac disease, also may be linked to migraines. Treating these digestive conditions may help reduce the frequency and severity of migraines. However, more research is needed to ...
June 21, 2012. ROCHESTER, Minn. — June 21, 2012. Mayo Clinic researchers have discovered an association between a commonly prescribed blood pressure drug, Olmesartan, and severe gastrointestinal issues such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss and electrolyte abnormalities — symptoms common among those who have celiac disease.
Chronic pancreatitis can lead to weight loss, pain, diabetes and pancreatic cancer. Chronic pancreatitis symptoms include upper abdominal pain, indigestion, abdominal pain that worsens after eating, or unexpected weight loss. Oily, smelly stools, called steatorrhea, or jaundice, which is yellowing of the eyes and skin, can occur with pancreatitis.