For most of us, a visit to the doctor means going to your primary or general physician for a regular check-up. However, some medical conditions and … [Read more...] about Top Reasons to Visit a Gastrointestinal Specialist
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Any type of surgery, no matter how small, comes with risk factors and side effects post-operation. Most patients with typical gallbladder operations … [Read more...] about Digestive Problems After Gallbladder Surgery
Everyone experiences gastrointestinal upset from time to time. Whether it’s the stomach flu, heartburn after eating a spicy meal or eating a food that … [Read more...] about Signs You Should See a Gastroenterologist
Acid reflux is a common condition that affects many people in the United States and throughout the world. The American College of Gastroenterology … [Read more...] about Acid Reflux Symptoms, Causes, & Relief
Hemorrhoids are a very common gastrointestinal disorder that is very treatable. Sometimes, if a patient knows positively they have hemorrhoids, they … [Read more...] about Can Hemorrhoids Lead to Cancer?
Rectal bleeding is common and is associated with a number of gastrointestinal conditions. They can range from mild conditions, such as hemorrhoids, or … [Read more...] about Why Do I Have Bright Red Blood in My Stool?
If you’re experiencing disturbances in your gastrointestinal (GI) tract or your digestive system, your doctor may order an endoscopy, also called an … [Read more...] about What Diseases Can Be Detected by an Endoscopy?
It’s estimated that between 25 and 45 million people are affected by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in the United States alone, with women more likely … [Read more...] about The Best & Worst Foods for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Heartburn. Acid reflux. GERD. You may think they’re one in the same, causing digestive upset of different varieties, but the fact is that they’re not. … [Read more...] about When heartburn may be a sign of something more serious