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What is Crohn’s Disease?
If you are suffering from diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fatigue, you are probably desperate to find relief. If you’ve tried everything to reduce your symptoms and nothing has worked, it’s time to talk to a gastroenterologist. You may be dealing with an inflammatory bowel condition such as Crohn’s Disease. Read on to learn more about […]
Preparing For Your Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a simple and effective tool that can help detect colon cancer, polyps, and other abnormalities. During a colonoscopy, your doctor can diagnose conditions, take biopsies, and even remove harmful tissue such as tumors. If you have a colonoscopy scheduled, you need to prepare your body for the exam so your doctor can […]
4 Tips to Stop Excessive Flatulence
Flatulence. Breaking wind. A fart. A toot. Passing gas. It’s known by many names and is the beginning of many jokes, but it’s not so funny if your excessive flatulence is causing you public embarrassment. It’s a natural by-product of our digestive system that we might prefer to try to keep to ourselves. That’s not […]
When Should I See a Doctor About Bloating?
While most people will experience mild bloating from time to time, it can also be a symptom of serious health conditions. When is discomfort and distention in the abdomen more than a passing inconvenience? When is it a sign of something more serious? Learn more here. Causes of Bloating Several factors can contribute to bloating, […]
What Can Cause Chest Pain Besides the Heart?
In the movies, we see actors fall over clutching at their chests, and we assume it’s a heart attack. In reality, there are a lot of other reasons for chest pain. While chest pain should never be ignored, it doesn’t always point to a heart issue. What can Cause Chest Pain Besides the Heart? GERD, […]
Possible Causes of Dysphagia
The correct medical term for difficulty swallowing is dysphagia, which may arise from a number of different conditions. There are three main ways in which dysphagia presents. Knowing this can help your doctor diagnosis the cause of the condition and create a suitable treatment plan. Oral Dysphagia Oral dysphagia stems from problems in the mouth […]
When You Might Need to See a Gastroenterologist for Vomiting
Throwing up isn’t anyone’s idea of a good time. Vomiting persistent enough to make you consider visiting a specialist can be particularly difficult to manage. When is an upset stomach just an upset stomach, and when does it warrant a trip to the gastroenterologist? What Is Considered Chronic Nausea and Vomiting? The presence of nausea […]
Chronic Conditions that Cause Nausea
No one enjoys the feeling of nausea. Women who go through pregnancy and have to suffer through morning sickness understand how that constant feeling of sickness can ruin your day – day after day. People who have experienced the utter sickness that comes with the flu also understand. But there are some chronic conditions that […]
3 Reasons You Might Need Medication Through an Infusion Service
A need for infusion therapy means medication cannot be taken orally. Drugs are given intravenously through a needle or catheter. There are a variety of reasons for infusion therapy. Cancer and cancer-related pain, dehydration, some stomach diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, and congestive heart failure are just a few of the many instances infusion therapy may be […]
Common Feeding Tube Complications
A feeding tube is self-explanatory. Placement of one is called Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) procedure and consists of a tube being placed through a small cut in the abdomen to get food and drink directly to your stomach. There are a variety of reasons why someone may need to have a feeding tube placed. If […]