When you visit a primary care physician, they’ll often ask questions about the health of your parents or blood relatives. They do this because a number of health conditions can have a genetic component, making you predisposed to certain hereditary conditions. This is especially true about specific types of cancers, which is why we want […]
What Are The Symptoms Of Appendicitis?
Appendicitis is a condition that involves inflammation or an infection inside the appendix, which is a thin tube that is connected to your large intestine. A number of different issues can cause the appendix to inflame or become infected, and when this happens, it is considered a medical emergency, which is why it is so […]
Causes Of Bloody Stools And Your Treatment Options
It can be extremely alarming to see red, black or discolored stool in the toilet after going to the bathroom, but it is a reality for many Americans. Bloody or discolored stool can be caused by a number of different things, but oftentimes it signals that there is a bleed somewhere in your digestive tract. […]
Ingestible Electrode Capsule Could Help Treat Many GI Conditions
An ingestible device that treats conditions with electrical impulses may soon help treat a number of gastrointestinal conditions without the need for potentially hazardous medications or surgical procedures. The ingestible electrode capsule works by stimulating the production of a hormone called Ghrelin. Ghrelin is the hormone that regulates a person’s appetite, which in turn leads […]
4 Signs That Your Hernia Needs Surgery
Hernias develop when an organ ends up pushing through an opening in the muscular wall that contains it. They are common in the abdominal and groin areas, and symptoms can vary from person to person. Some people will experience extreme discomfort when a hernia develops, while other hernias may be asymptomatic. As we’ve talked about […]
5 Subtle Signs Of An Esophageal Problem
Treatment success likelihood is oftentimes closely tied to how early the condition is identified, so it’s always important to stay alert to possible signs of an issue. Pain is usually a very obvious sign of a problem, but there are a number of more subtle signs that you’ll want to be aware of so that […]
Liver Hemangioma – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options
A liver hemangioma is a noncancerous mass that is made up of a collection of blood vessels. Oftentimes these masses are discovered when an imaging exam is ordered for a different reason, and it can be a bit unnerving to learn that you have a benign mass in your liver. However, most people don’t even […]
5 Different Types Of Esophagitis
Esophagitis is a condition categorized by inflammation of your esophagus, the muscular tube that allows food to travel from your mouth to your stomach. This inflammation can make swallowing difficult and painful, and a number of different things can contribute to esophagitis onset. In today’s blog, we’re going to take a closer look at some […]
COVID-19 Linked To Increased Gastrointestinal Condition Onset
New research suggests that contracting and overcoming COVID-19 is associated with an increased risk of developing long-term gastrointestinal disorders, including irritable bowel syndrome. The findings were published in the journal Gut and the research was conducted at the University of Bologna in Italy. “The data we collected show that those who have contracted COVID-19 experience […]
