by admin | Sep 29, 2022 | Gastroenterology, Liver
IS CHRONIC DIARRHEA SERIOUS? Diarrhea is a common problem that has afflicted just about everyone in the world at some point in their lives. In the United States, diarrhea is generally a passing problem. However, diarrhea lasting for a week or longer could indicate a...
by admin | Sep 29, 2022 | Gastroenterology, Liver
Ulcerative colitis, or UC, is an inflammatory bowel disease or IBD. It causes inflammation and ulcers in the large intestine and can affect the entire colon, or only a part of the lower digestive tract, such as the rectum. Ulcerative colitis is usually diagnosed...
by admin | Sep 28, 2022 | Gastroenterology, Liver
A hiatal hernia occurs when part of your stomach pushes up through the opening. You may not even know this has happened if only a small part of your stomach pokes through, particularly if it quickly returns to its normal position. Hiatal Hernia Risk Factors There are...
by admin | Sep 28, 2022 | Gastroenterology, Liver
Good Health and Your Gut Food, you need it. But sometimes, you eat even when you’re not hungry. You eat when you’re happy or sad; you eat with others to celebrate success or mark a special occasion. Sometimes you eat because you’re bored or stressed. Whatever your...
by admin | Sep 28, 2022 | Gastroenterology, Liver
How Does Hot Weather Impact GI Issues? Rising temps often influence the GI tract’s resilience and digestive ability. This might include loss of appetite in hot weather, dehydration symptoms, or a heat-related illness (such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion). Rising...
