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Colon cancer is the third most frequently occurring cancer in the United States. In fact, about one out of every 20 American adults, i.e., five percent, will experience the potentially deadly disease firsthand. Therefore, screening is the best method of detecting malignancy early before it spreads. Let’s talk about the five signs your GI specialist…
Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a chronic digestive condition affecting the large intestine or bowel. It is often caused by various factors, which can be hard to pinpoint. Report says women are more prone to IBS than men. If you or a loved one has irritable bowel syndrome or IBS, a gastroenterologist may help you quell…
Stomachache is a common occurrence, and everybody experiences it at some point. It refers to the pain you feel anywhere between your chest and groin. Most of the time, stomachache is nothing severe and resolves itself. However, it can be a sign of serious illness or even an emergency. According to an estimate, approximately 5%…
According to an estimate, approximately 10% to 15% of Americans live with inflammatory bowel syndrome – a large intestine problem resulting in uncomfortable intestinal symptoms, such as gas, bloating, abdominal pain, and diarrhea or constipation. Also known as functional GI disorder, IBS has three types depending on the abnormal bowel movement you experience – constipation-predominant,…
If you have a family history of colon cancer and have received a colon cancer diagnosis, you may wonder if your genes are responsible for your colon cancer. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 30 cases of colorectal cancer (colon and rectum cancer) are heredity, which means you received…
Millions of people around the world suffer from lactose intolerance – a digestive problem in which the body is unable to properly break down lactose, a sugar found in milk and other dairy products. Unlike other digestive conditions, lactose intolerance is not a sneaky condition, as its symptoms, such as diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and…
If you experience distressing but not dangerous digestive symptoms, such as nausea, cramps, and diarrhea after consuming milk or dairy product, you aren’t alone. Approximately 36% of Americans and 68% of the world population experience some level of lactose intolerance at some point in their life. Lactose intolerance is a condition that refers to insufficient…
Diagnosis of a digestive tract disorder is crucial to accurate and effective treatment. No matter what digestive disorder you have, you will be asked about your digestive symptoms and medical history when you visit a gastroenterologist. In some cases, physical exams are also performed. However, to be certain, in most cases, a gastroenterologist needs specific…
GI (gastrointestinal) issues can truly make life miserable. Problems with digestion and bowel movements are best evaluated by a gastroenterologist, also called a GI doctor. These medical doctors can diagnose and treat your digestive or elimination issue, and help you make some adjustments so that the problem will no longer interfere with your life. Let’s…
Colon cancer screening is the best way to examine a patient for colon cancer, as it is also a preventive solution if the gastroenterologist finds and removes any precancerous polyps from your colon. Many people are resistant to having a colonoscopy because of the preparatory stage they must undergo before the screening – the colon…
