Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Management: Gastroenterologist’s Approach to Treating Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis
The symptoms of inflammatory bowel diseases–Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and others–can be life-limiting. These conditions are chronic, characterized by acute flare-ups and damage to the lining of the digestive tract.…
Understanding Hemorrhoids: Causes, Types and Symptoms
Hemorrhoids are painful and can happen when we least expect it. Let’s look at why these bulging rectal veins happen, what their symptoms are and types. Your GI doctor wants…
Stomach Ulcers: Causes, Treatment, And How a Stomach Specialist Can Aid in Healing
One to six percent of adult Americans experience the pain and nausea of stomach ulcers at some point in their lives. Also known as peptic ulcers, these acquired wounds develop…
Preparing for a Small Bowel Enteroscopy: Steps to Take Before the Procedure
Enteroscopy is not an everyday vocabulary word, but it can be a source of questions and worry for the gastroenterology patient. To prepare you and put your mind at rest…
Celiac Disease and Gluten-Sensitivity: Diagnosis, Dietary Changes and Gastroenterologist’s Support
A much-publicized chronic GI disorder, celiac disease, and its cousin gluten-sensitivity impact millions of Americans. Both conditions have similar symptoms, but celiac disease damages the small intestine. Here’s information you…
Who Can Benefit From Capsule Endoscopy?
Capsule endoscopy is a high-tech gastrointestinal assessment that is generally easily tolerated and very helpful in diagnosing small intestine health problems. If you have persistent GI symptoms or a concerning…
How to Prepare For a Visit to a Stomach Specialist
When seeing a stomach doctor, commonly known as a gastroenterologist, you’ll be discussing any GI symptoms you may be experiencing, such as bloating, constipation, abdominal pain, and more. You will…
When Should I See a GI Specialist?
A gastroenterologist specializes in conditions and diseases that impact the health and function of the digestive system. If your primary care physician discovers you have new or renewed symptoms involving…
Everything You Need to Know About CT Colonoscopy
Do any of your close relatives have colon cancer or a history of colon cancer? Are you statistically at risk for developing colorectal cancer? Are you older than 45 years?…
The Benefits of Hemorrhoidal Banding
Hemorrhoids are packets or clusters of swollen blood vessels inside the rectum or anus. More common in adults, hemorrhoids can cause anal pain, discomfort, and itching. Typically, hemorrhoids can be…
What Are the Benefits of Seeing a Gastro Doctor?
Whether you are experiencing persistent stomach pain or are grappling with a gastrointestinal condition, seeing a gastro doctor can make all the difference. A gastro doctor, also known as a…
How to Prepare for a Capsule Endoscopy
You may have heard of a popular procedure, called endoscopy, which allows your doctor to see inside of your digestive tract. But have you ever heard of capsule endoscopy? Imagine…