Among other things, August is recognized as Gastroparesis Awareness Month, and we wanted to do our part to bring attention to this somewhat common gastrointestinal condition. Gastroparesis is a medical condition that involves a disruption in the normal passage of food through the stomach and small intestine, disturbing the digestive process. In today’s blog, we […]
Can A Stomach Ulcer Go Away On Its Own?
More than 500,000 stomach ulcers are diagnosed in the United States every year, so if you haven’t dealt with one, odds are you know someone who has worked to overcome a stomach ulcer. Also known as peptic ulcers, they are painful sores that develop inside the lining of the digestive system. These ulcers commonly develop […]
Diagnosing & Treating Small Intestine Bleeding
Your small intestine helps to break down food as it passes through the digestive tract, but it can also sometimes be an area where bleeding develops. A bleed in your small intestine can lead to black or bloody stools, and it’s not an issue that should be ignored. In today’s blog, we take a closer […]
Why Excessive Burping May Be Caused By A Digestive Issue
Burping can help you feel less bloated, so while that action can bring with it some relief, it’s not exactly an action you want to be performing regularly throughout the day. The need to burp or belch could be caused by something as simple as a carbonated beverage that upsets the stomach, but if you […]
6 Common GI Tests For Stomach Pain
If you’re experiencing stomach pain or gastrointestinal discomfort, you want to figure out what’s causing the issue and the best way to treat it. But unlike a sprained ankle or a fractured finger, it’s not always easy to figure out exactly what’s causing your stomach discomfort, at least for the average individual. Gastrointestinal specialists have […]
How to Manage & Relieve Constipation
Constipation is an uncomfortable condition that is categorized by difficulty passing or the inability to pass stools. It can develop for a variety of reasons, and oftentimes it’s helpful to connect with a gastrointestinal specialist in order to pinpoint the underlying cause of constipation and the best ways to manage it. In today’s blog, we […]
How to Identify Signs of A Gluten Allergy
Gluten intolerance is a very common digestive allergy, but one major concern with the condition is that many people are unaware that they are dealing with a gluten reaction. They may chalk their symptoms up to overeating, eating a spicy meal or just consuming something that “didn’t agree with their system.” Having digestive discomfort once […]
5 Simple Tips For Improving Your Digestion
Digestive problems are quite common, but instead of working to correct these issues, many people just grit their teeth and deal with the discomfort. Not only is that uncomfortable in the short-term, but it won’t do anything to address the underlying issue in the long-term. Moreover, solutions are typically much more attainable than you may […]
What Conditions Can Video Capsule Endoscopy Diagnose?
Video capsule endoscopy is a technologically advanced procedure that allows a specialist to view a number of different gastrointestinal systems with little to no discomfort to the patient. During the procedure, the patient will swallow a small pill-like object that contains a miniaturized camera inside. This camera passes through your digestive system, taking pictures for […]