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North Shore Gastroenterology, in partnership with NEOLA (Northeast Ohio Liver Alliance), is committed to the National HCV Elimination Program goal of eliminating Hepatitis C by the year 2030. North Shore’s team is dedicated to this mission and looks forward to partnering with primary care providers, community leaders, public health experts, and educators throughout Northeast Ohio…
Colon cancer is a condition that widely affects men and women as they get older. In fact, those over the age of 45 are recommended to get screened for signs of colon cancer regularly to reduce the risk of catching the disease too late. The good news is that 9 out of 10 patients who…
Gastroenterology is an area of medical specialization that involves the digestive organs. Gastroenterologists – or GI doctors – are physicians with education and training beyond internal medicine that diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the digestive tract. These include gut cancers and cirrhosis, as well as inflammatory conditions and acquired deformities, such as irritable…
Lactose intolerance can be a challenge to live with without proper education about the condition. It’s important to first definitively know that you have lactose intolerance and not dairy sensitivity or allergy, and the only way to get a definitive diagnosis is through lactose intolerance testing. A method used to diagnose lactose intolerance is a…
Colon cancer screening often called a colonoscopy, is a way to find colon polyps and remove them before they become cancerous. This procedure is recommended for both men and women who are 40 years of age and older. This screening was initially recommended for older adults, but as a lot of younger people are being…
Your digestive system processes the foods you eat and absorbs nutrients for use in bodily processes. This is a very important function for your overall health. If you have concerns about your gastrointestinal health, you need expert diagnostic assessments and treatments available from a gastroenterologist. A Gastroenterologist Diagnoses and Treats Diseases and Conditions of the…
Colon cancer screening is a must-have test for adults aged 45 and up who are at average cancer risk. Are you ready for your colon cancer screening test? Here’s what to know about preparing for your colonoscopy at North Shore Gastroenterology & Endoscopy Center. Be on Time We perform colonoscopies at our state-of-the-art facilities in…
Colon cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the large intestine or colon, which is the very end of the digestive tract. Colon cancer is a disease that typically affects older adults, however, younger people are getting diagnosed with colon cancer at an increasing rate. Colon cancer usually begins as benign polyps, which,…
Celiac disease, or sprue, is a digestive disorder affecting millions of Americans. It is characterized by intolerance of a protein called gluten and poor absorption of critical nutrients, and produces symptoms of gas, bloating weight loss, and more. So, this inherited GI condition requires careful dietary management. Let’s learn more about celiac disease, how a…
A colonoscopy is a procedure used to examine the entire colon for abnormalities. The colonoscope, a long, flexible tube with a camera and light attached to it, is inserted through the rectum into the colon. This allows the doctor to see inside the entire colon and remove any polyps that are found or take samples…
