Gastroenterology Blog

Enhancing Digestive Health

Moustafa Youssef, M.D.05/20/2024

A Breakthrough in Gastroenterology with Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication

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Is Stool Testing or A Full Colonoscopy Better for Colon Health?

05/13/2024

With at-home stool testing as a popular alternative to colonoscopies, you may wonder if a full colon cancer screening is still superior. Find out now.

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A Closer Look At Crohn's Disease

12/01/2023

Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that affects your health. Get the facts about this digestive condition and learn how to manage it.

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When Should You Visit a Doctor for Hemorrhoids?

11/10/2023

Hemorrhoids can curtail your zest for life. Delve into the varied nuances of hemorrhoids and pinpoint when to loop in a medical professional.

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What Are Standard Signs and Symptoms of Fatty Liver Disease?

10/06/2023

Learn about the signs, diagnosis, and treatment of fatty liver disease. Timely care of the condition can enhance life expectancy and liver health.

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Living With Ulcerative Colitis: Learn the Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

09/15/2023

Ulcerative colitis is a disease involving the colon and rectum. Find out more about this chronic disease and how it may affect your health.

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What Is the Difference Between Acid Reflux and GERD?

08/01/2023

GERD and acid reflux may appear to be the same; however, there is a marked difference between these two conditions. Read on to discover more.

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How Does the FibroScan® Test Work and What is It?

07/06/2023

The FibroScan test is a state-of-the-art ultrasound exam provided to uncover liver scarring and/or stiffness in order to monitor liver conditions.

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What Are the Causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Are You at Risk?

06/01/2023

IBS may cause gas, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and GI issues. Read our blog to learn more about this condition and what it means for you.

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Things You Should Know About Celiac Disease

05/05/2023

Celiac disease can impact your gastrointestinal tract in many aspects. Learn more about celiac disease and how you can protect your GI health.

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Know the Symptoms and Signs of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

04/07/2023

IBD can cause ongoing gastrointestinal issues like an upset stomach, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and more. Does this mean lifelong discomfort?

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Why 45 Is the New 50: Updates to Colonoscopy Recommendations

03/01/2023

Previously, 50 was the magic age for a colonoscopy exam. Now, however, the CDC and GI specialists advise colon cancer testing as early as age 45.

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Why Get Screened for Colorectal Cancer?

02/16/2023

A colorectal cancer exam can help safeguard your colon and rectal health and reduce the risk of colorectal cancer before it begins or advances.

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Begin The New Year Focused on GI Health: Schedule Your Colonoscopy Screening

01/20/2023

Schedule a colonoscopy to begin the new year right and take control of your GI wellness. These screenings can help protect your overall health.

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How You Can Have Better Health for the Upcoming Year

12/08/2022

Start the new year with renewed gut health. Learn how to help digestion and how optimal gastrointestinal (GI) health can enhance your wellness.

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Facts You Should Understand About Your Digestive Health

12/01/2022

Most of us have heard that "we are what we eat," but did you know that gut health plays an essential role in your mental and physical wellness?

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Discover Why It Is Essential to Have a Colonoscopy Exam

11/15/2022

Healthcare experts have long heralded the significance of a colonoscopy as a diagnostic screening, especially as it relates to colon cancer.

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Endoscopy vs. Colonoscopy: What is the Difference Between These Exams?

11/08/2022

Colonoscopies and endoscopies are different kinds of endoscopic exams. A digestive specialist uses them to diagnose conditions in the GI system.

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Raising Stomach Cancer Awareness This November

11/01/2022

Discover the risks, causes, and symptoms of stomach cancer, and learn how a GI doctor can help you obtain treatment.

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Receive a Colonoscopy Before Year's End to Maximize Your Deductible

10/17/2022

Getting a colonoscopy before your insurance deductibles reset can help you maintain your GI health and save money as an added benefit.

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