How do I stop sleeping on my stomach? [more inside]
posted by Thrillhouse on Oct 11, 2009 - 12 answers

Does any one have stomach flu (gastroenteritis) horror stories? I am going day 5 and I have never heard of anyone having it longer than 2 days.
posted by burlsube on Sep 29, 2009 - 28 answers

Not that any human would ever do this, but what would happen if someone ate a cancerous tumor? Like, if they waited around a surgical room, and it was removed from someone's breast, or pancreas. Would the stomach acids kill it? Could the person get cancer by eating it?
posted by Sully on Aug 25, 2009 - 21 answers

What could be wrong with my brother's stomach? [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Jul 13, 2009 - 18 answers

Gas/Chest Pains?? [more inside]
posted by lwclec072 on Jul 3, 2009 - 14 answers

I'm an apple, but I'd much rather be a banana. How can I get rid of my middle and reshape my body? [more inside]
posted by cloudsandstars on May 23, 2009 - 30 answers

I need help with a stomach problem I'm having. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 11, 2009 - 15 answers

I'm feeling seriously bummed out about some stomach problems that have flared up (again). Have you experienced this group of symptoms (probably GERD or something similar)? What resolved them for you? [more inside]
posted by kitcat on Mar 13, 2009 - 15 answers

This is a dumb question about long-term relationships and stomach gurgling. Yes, you read that right! When I'm in bed with my wife and her or my tummy rumbles, we can't agree on whose tummy it is. Anyone else experience this? What's the cause? [more inside]
posted by grumblebee on Jan 21, 2009 - 38 answers

TMI Medical Filter: Previously, I had sometimes crippling stomach pain. That went away. Now I'm, uh, bleeding. Rectally. Um. Yeah. But my HMO doesn't seem to care all that much. MetaFilter is not my doctor, but I can't go to my doctor to ask... should I skip my HMO and go to the hospital? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 11, 2008 - 26 answers

My friend can't figure out the cause of her digestive issues, it's not celiac, not lactose intolerance, no allergy to caffeine - anyone experience something similar and can offer some suggestions? More details below. [more inside]
posted by perpetualstroll on Jul 20, 2008 - 26 answers

Belching, farting and other icky stuff. What the hell just happened to my gastrointestinal system? Disgusting details inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 1, 2008 - 18 answers

What can I do about this empty-stomach retching? [more inside]
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur on Jun 17, 2008 - 12 answers

Why does my stomach thump when I lay down? or really Does your stomach thump? [more inside]
posted by fructose on Jun 17, 2008 - 20 answers

i had a spicy meal last night and this morning woke up in so much pain that i couldn't sit or lie down. is this supposed to happen? [more inside]
posted by sardonicsmile on Feb 17, 2008 - 15 answers

Does drinking liquid during the course of a meal make it harder for your stomach to digest the food? [more inside]
posted by proj08 on Feb 6, 2008 - 22 answers

When do you need to start worrying about acid reflux and your lungs? [more inside]
posted by arimathea on Jan 26, 2008 - 2 answers

My very good friend was diagnosed with "Gastric Adenocarcinoma, Signet Ring Cell formation" yesterday - a really rare form of aggressive stomach cancer. What is going to happen? [more inside]
posted by uaudio on Jan 4, 2008 - 8 answers

What to do for a cat with a sensitive stomach who's developed a new problem with hairballs? (Probably unusually long.) [more inside]
posted by Medieval Maven on Nov 24, 2007 - 16 answers

Help me find some interesting teas that are a bit less hard on my stomach. [more inside]
posted by rossination on Oct 28, 2007 - 26 answers

Whenever I consume something with alcohol content - be it liquor, beer, or even Nyquil - my stomach feels queasy. This only happens with products containing alcohol. Enlighten me and show me your google fu ways, Masters of the Green. [more inside]
posted by damnjezebel on Oct 26, 2007 - 20 answers

Abdominal Pain Filter: My girlfriend woke up last night with an excruiating stabbing pain throughout her lower abdomen. Thankfully, that's gone, but there is still a tender spot about 1 inch up from her belly button, and two inches to the right. I think it's too far up to be the appendix. What could it be?
posted by fvox13 on Oct 13, 2007 - 28 answers

Should I go get the CT scan or not? I've had a stomachache for 10 days and my doctor thinks it might be my appendix; the blood tests are all negative; should I still go through with this? [more inside]
posted by mygothlaundry on Oct 4, 2007 - 29 answers

My insides are turning everything to liquid. Doesn't matter what I eat. It's been 5 days now. However, I don't feel sick and have no other "symptoms" of illness. What gives? Due to work, I won't be able to get to a doctor 'til Friday... Should I just fast for a day or two? (Saying that, however, I am *starving* constantly, as opposed to just being hungry.)
posted by Manhasset on Oct 1, 2007 - 16 answers

My lady friend has been sick for a year, and nobody can figure out what's wrong. Has anyone had any experience with this kind of sickness? [more inside]
posted by omnipotentq on Sep 28, 2007 - 46 answers

Weird, recurring pain in abdominal area for the past couple of days... [more inside]
posted by meggie78 on Jun 7, 2007 - 20 answers

Why do I get full immediately after I start eating and feel so nauseous for so long after? [more inside]
posted by Mael Oui on Jun 5, 2007 - 14 answers

Is there a way to prepare for feasting (eating large meals) without feeling nauseated? [more inside]
posted by ontic on Apr 17, 2007 - 9 answers

About six months ago, my girlfriend went on The Pill - first Yasmin, then Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo. Both caused mood swings and significant intestinal distress, but her physicians (internist and OBGYN) thought that she'd be safe to stay on, if she could put up with the side effects. This month, as a test, she went off, and she feels hugely better. So, now, we're considering alternatives, and looking for anecdotal advice. [more inside]
posted by thomascrown on Mar 19, 2007 - 37 answers

For the past three days i've been suffering from some crazy stomach aches. [more inside]
posted by octomato on Mar 14, 2007 - 13 answers

I'm looking for a simple menu of foods that fill nutritional requirements, are easy to make, and that won't bother my fussy unhappy gut while I'm on a crazy schedule for the next while. [more inside]
posted by stray on Mar 5, 2007 - 13 answers

Ouch! Why does this medication hurt my stomach a day after I've taken it for the last time? Please explain before I have an ulcer or an alien growing inside me or something... [more inside]
posted by sneakin on Jan 18, 2007 - 14 answers

Find me a good, thin eye mask for sleeping that would allow me to sleep on my stomach comfortably. [more inside]
posted by sdis on Oct 30, 2006 - 7 answers

I am wondering why coffee makes my stomach turn to the point where it feels like there's a third world war going on. [more inside]
posted by cheero on Oct 5, 2006 - 24 answers

Why do I get the dry heaves when I get hungry? I used to never had a problem getting hungry...if I couldn't eat for a little while. In the last couple of years I have an almost instantaneous reaction when I get hungry. All of a sudden I go into the dry heaves. I have to desperately search for something to eat or eat a Tums. It's rather annoying, not to mention uncomfortable. Other than that I don't have any symptoms. Does anyone have experience with this. Ideas? [more inside]
posted by livinginmonrovia on Aug 12, 2006 - 11 answers

How do I get rid of my stomach acidity problems? [more inside]
posted by unreason on Jul 11, 2006 - 23 answers

OddBellyFilter: Is it weight, an allergy or just the way I was made? [more inside]
posted by Chorus on Jun 11, 2006 - 11 answers

Why do I vomit so frequently? Is this out of the ordinary? [more inside]
posted by anjamu on May 31, 2006 - 28 answers

Drinking Question: Recently was told to cut out carbonation and juices because of a stomach problem, but the gastroentestinologist said alcohol is still OK. So what's the best mixed drink you can think of with no bubbles or acidic juices?
posted by slapshot57 on Apr 11, 2006 - 34 answers

So I've got what's probably an ulcer. What can I do to make life more bearable? [more inside]
posted by ZaphodB on Feb 20, 2006 - 12 answers

I need tips for winning, surviving, and recovering from a hot wings eating contest. [more inside]
posted by exhilaration on Feb 8, 2006 - 28 answers

Ever since I quit smoking, my digestion's gone to hell. WTF? [more inside]
posted by nebulawindphone on Jan 8, 2006 - 11 answers

Pardon me for an entirely disgusting question about orange juice ... [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 30, 2005 - 6 answers

How can I make my stomach look nice without sit-ups? (MI) [more inside]
posted by crazy finger on Sep 8, 2004 - 19 answers

Frusterating condition filter, for the past say, 3 weeks I've had these weird stomach problems. Been to the doctor, prescribed Zantac, sort of helped but now not anymore, going again within the next few days. I'm looking more of the "Yeah I had that, no big deal", because diagnosing oneself by typing in symptoms is scaring the hell out of me. [more inside]
posted by geoff. on Jul 11, 2004 - 15 answers