OPINION
Gastroenterology
Are Your Doctors Thorough Enough?
Doctor visits should be enlightening not a battle of whits. How can you survive consultation without confrontation?
Gastroenterology
Hemorrhoids, Polyps, Hernias or Worse
What may appear to be similar disorders have distinct characteristics that a gastroenterologist notices.
MD REVIEW
Gastroenterology
Why You Need Endoscopy
When is endoscopy necessary? Medicine may first be prescribed. After a few weeks without resolution, diagnostic endoscopy is warranted.
Gastroenterology
Patients Must Monitor Prescriptions
In our healthcare system, physicians rarely monitor individual reaction to prescriptions. Evaluating drug response transfers to patients.
Gastroenterology
How To Reduce Flatulence
Despite health benefits of passing gas, there are times when it is inappropriate. Here are ways to prevent embarrassment.
MD REVIEW
Gastroenterology
How People Become Morbidly Obese
When you pass obese on the BMI chart, things become laborious. Some medical conditions exacerbate weight gain. Genes and social issues increase risk.
Gastroenterology
Not Consuming The Foods You Think
Ingredient replacement and unlabeled supplements can trigger allergies and deceive consumers into purchasing inferior products.
Gastroenterology
Tired of Eating
There are several reasons for sleepiness after eating. Most are not serious and are corrected with nutrition and behavior modification.
Gastroenterology
Managing Constipation
Four days without a movement can signal a medical emergency. Hydrate frequently, exercise daily, eat balanced meals, and avoid laxative overuse.
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