Gastroenterology Blog

About 4 million Americans are affected by constipation. In fact, it’s the most common gastrointestinal complaint. Yet, despite how commonplace this condition is, most of us know very little [...]

If you think having kidney stones isn’t something to worry about, think again. Kidney stones are painful and can lead to bigger health problems if you let them linger too long. According to [...]

Your bowel movements are great indicators of your overall health. You may prefer to leave what happens in the bathroom in the bathroom, but there are times when you need to discuss those [...]

There are many different people throughout the world who experience heartburn on a daily basis. Heartburn is a burning sensation that begins in the chest and then works its way up your throat. [...]

Even though colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death in America, if found and treated early, it has a 90% survival rate. Many screenings methods are available, but a [...]

Indigestion and gallstones are two very different things. However, they both cause severe abdominal pain and discomfort after you have eaten. This is especially true after eating certain foods. [...]

Learn the difference between a healthy and inflamed gallbladder with this graphic. Gallbladder inflammation, also called cholecystitis, is a serious issue that usually requires surgery and a [...]

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria can infect your stomach and cause symptoms such as pain, nausea, heartburn, and decreased appetite. Over half of people in the world may be infected, [...]

Gallstones and indigestions are two entirely different gastrointestinal conditions. However, both often cause abdominal discomfort after eating. This is especially true when it comes to certain [...]