Results for "Gastroenterology"
Many of us are still mourning the loss of actor Chadwick Boseman, who lost his battle with colon cancer in August 2020, at age 43. His untimely death has...
All a minor inconvenience needs to become major is time. That rock in your shoe is bothersome at first. But after 5 miles, you’ll be walking with a limp....
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common gastrointestinal conditions in the U.S., yet it can be a taboo topic to talk about with others....
Have you ever heard the saying, “it went down the wrong pipe,” after someone has taken a sip or bite of food?
Eating and drinking are an important part...
At some time or another, we’ve all been there. Whether one too many coffees, grandma’s homemade marinara sauce or a really indulgent holiday meal, now...
Our guts, or intestinal systems, are filled with billions of bacteria known as gut flora. When they play well together, they can help us to digest food...
Ah, hemorrhoids. Even if you didn’t know how to spell the word correctly, you have certainly heard a joke or two about them. But for those who’ve ever...
Your gallbladder is located just under your liver and helps digest food. Unless you’ve been diagnosed with gallbladder disease, many people give little...
Medicine has come a long way. Depending on what symptoms you exhibit, a doctor may be able to use a narrow, bendy tube with a light and tiny camera on...
At one time or another, we have all experienced an upset stomach or tummy ache, whether it’s the stomach bug or overindulging on rich foods. Often, it’s...
