A hernia is a medical condition in which part of an organ, intestine or fatty tissue breaks through a weak spot in a connective tissue or muscle wall. They can be mildly annoying or majorly debilitating, and their risk to your overall health can also vary. Some patients will only need watchful waiting, while others […]
The Basics Of Gastric Balloon Insertion For Weight Loss
One of the many challenges faced by individuals who are trying to lose weight is that they often feel hungry at many times throughout the day. Not only is it challenging to stick to a diet plan when you’re in a constant state of hunger, but feeling hungry can also make us more irritable and […]
5 Signs You’d Benefit From A Visit With A Gastroenterologist
From the moment food enters your body until it exits, there are a number of essential functions being performed by your body. However, if one of these systems is out of whack, it can cause problems for your whole body. But what signs and symptoms suggest that you’re dealing with a digestive issue that could […]
Colon Cancer Risk Among African Americans
The passing of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at age 44 offers a sobering reminder that cancer doesn’t just affect the elderly and unhealthy. By all accounts, Boseman was a healthy man in better shape than most men his age, but behind the scenes, he was battling late-stage colon cancer. It’s a […]
The Differences Between A Sigmoidoscopy & A Colonoscopy
The health of your colon isn’t something you probably think about on a regular basis, but it should always be in the back of your mind once you turn 40. Regular screenings can help ensure the health of your colon, and while a colonoscopy is far and away the most popular examination option, it’s not […]
Esophageal Varices Causes & Treatment Options
Blood vessels are the vital transportation medium that ensures blood can travel throughout your body as necessary, so it should come as no surprise that a problem with these vessels can cause significant problems for your body. This is exactly what happens when esophageal varices develop, and the issue should be treated as soon as […]
The Basics Of An Endoscopic Ultrasound
If you have kids, you’re probably familiar with ultrasound technology as it’s used in the prenatal process, but ultrasound has a number of other important medical uses. In fact, we use ultrasound technology pretty regularly at our clinic in the diagnostic process. The most common way we use the technology is in the form of […]
7 Tips To Improve Your Gut Health From A Gastroenterologist
The gastrointestinal system is something that most people don’t pay much attention to unless there is a problem. But what if we told you that you could significantly reduce your risk of gastrointestinal issues just by making a few small changes to your daily life? It really is that easy to have great GI health. […]
Home Treatment Options For Hemorrhoids
Nobody likes talking about hemorrhoids, which is why many people turn to the internet for home remedies instead of seeing a doctor if they suspect they have a hemorrhoid. This is actually a good treatment plan if you can confirm that you are for sure dealing with a mild hemorrhoid problem. If you’re not sure […]