Gastroenterology Blog & Digestive Health Resources

Explore expert-written posts on topics such as colonoscopy preparation, IBS management, Barrett’s esophagus treatment, GERD symptoms, celiac disease, fatty liver disease, hemorrhoid care, and more. New articles are added regularly to support ongoing patient education and help you stay informed about the latest advancements in digestive health.

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Benefits of getting a colon cancer screening

Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States, and by the time you reach the age of 50, it is recommended that you get yearly screenings. Colon cancer in its early stages does not present any symptoms. Colon cancer screenings can help doctors diagnose the condition before symptoms even appear. Risk

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What Are the Symptoms of Being Lactose Intolerant?

Lactose intolerance is when a patient’s digestive system cannot break down lactose – a type of sugar that is found in milk. A lack of lactase, the enzyme used to digest lactose, is the root cause of most cases of lactose intolerance. Often, being lactose intolerant is harmless but can lead to uncomfortable and embarrassing

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What Are the First Signs of Colon Cancer?

Colon cancer – also sometimes referred to more broadly as colorectal cancer because they are so closely linked – is one of the most common forms of cancer. Left untreated, it can quickly spread to other parts of the body and become malignant, which is why frequent screening is so important. It usually takes some

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Common Treatments for Reflux

Acid reflux is the backwash of stomach acid from the stomach to the esophagus. If this happens frequently, you may be experiencing a condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Those who suffer from acid reflux can manage the condition with methods such as medication and lifestyle changes. If these methods do not work, your doctor

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Common Infusion Services

People who have chronic abdominal health conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and even iron deficiency anemia can all benefit from infusion services. These infusions are done to help treat gastrointestinal conditions and improve your symptoms. Many people with digestive issues or stomach pain also tend to suffer from malabsorption of nutrients

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Symptoms of Gallbladder Disease

Part of your digestive system, the gallbladder is responsible for storing the bile produced by the liver, then passing that bile through to the small intestine where it assists in the digestion of the fats we consume during meals. Like many other organs in the GI tract, the gallbladder can develop diseases as a result

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Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome

Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) causes severe, frequent bouts of vomiting among people who are daily marijuana users. It is cannabinoid toxicity. People develop this health condition as a result of consuming marijuana over a long-term basis. It can be due to the consumption of the drug in any way, including via eating or smoking. Cannabinoid

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How Does Lactose Intolerance Affect Your Digestive Health?

Lactose intolerance is a digestive condition that is the inability to digest the lactose sugar in milk. It can cause stomach ache or other physical issues after consuming dairy products. Lactose intolerance is often hereditary – if a parent suffers from it, they are likely to pass it on to their children. Premature babies can

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Treatments for Constipation

For the most part constipation – the uncomfortable condition that makes it hard to pass stools – can be the result of a poor diet, lack of physical activity, medications and even stress. Some would rather hold it in than go at work, school or in an unfamiliar place. This is especially true of children

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Treatments For Pancreatitis

Your pancreas is a 6-inch-long gland located behind your stomach. It produces enzymes that aid digestion. It also produces hormones to regulate your body’s processing of glucose. Problems with your pancreas can result in digestive problems and diabetes. When the pancreas becomes inflamed, it is called pancreatitis. The inflammation occurs when digestive enzymes it produces

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