Gastroenterology/Expert Profile

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• Knowledgeability 9.97
• Clarity of Response 9.93
• Timeliness 10.0
• Politeness 10.0

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Recent Answers from John Thai, MD

2009-10-21 prednisolone:

Hi Billy, Prednisolone should not interfere with your weight training if taken short term. You may notice muscle weakness while on prednisolone. If it is taken as a long term regimen, however, then

2009-09-16 Pills found in "upper colon" ; stomach cramps; pus in urine:

hi nora, i am actually surprised as this is common knowledge to health-care professionals. the fragmented medication may be a one-time event as your husband was probably on heavy doses of laxatives

2009-09-16 Abdominal Problems:

hi dale, this means that the blood supply is clotted in that area. the aorta is a very important blood vessel. there's not much you could do at home to remedy this situation except changing to a healthier

2009-08-16 Hiatal hernia:

hi jack, it is very awkward that nexium is prescribed as needed. nexium and omeprazole are within the same class of drug, which are proton pump inhibitors. their mechanism of actions are similar. these

2009-08-15 Normal Endoscopy/ Continuing Problems:

hi erin, sorry for the delay as i've finally found internet access. thank you for your response to my questions. per your response, it seems more than likely that your problem is not with an ulcer