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Where to Get Treatment for Celiac Disease?

Where to Get Treatment for Celiac Disease?

04 Apr 2024

If you suspect that you have celiac disease and need treatment, you should schedule an appointment with a gastroenterologist. They will guide you to d

What Is the Main Cause of Hemorrhoids?

What Is the Main Cause of Hemorrhoids?

04 Apr 2024

Hemorrhoids can develop when excess pressure on the veins around the anus causes them to stretch, bulge, or swell. Increased pressure in the lower rec

When Should I See a Doctor for Liver Problems?

When Should I See a Doctor for Liver Problems?

07 Mar 2024

It can be difficult to recognize symptoms of liver dysfunction, but there are many signs that may indicate you should speak with a liver specialist. I

How Do You Know When to See a Gastroenterologist?

How Do You Know When to See a Gastroenterologist?

07 Mar 2024

You may have to see a gastroenterologist if you: Are having abdominal pain (for severe and possibly life-threatening pain, call 911). Have b

What to Expect during a Colonoscopy?

What to Expect during a Colonoscopy?

05 Feb 2024

A colonoscopy may cause some discomfort, but rarely causes any pain. There is often a feeling of pressure, bloating, or cramping at times during the p

How Do I Prepare for a Hemorrhoid Appointment?

How Do I Prepare for a Hemorrhoid Appointment?

05 Feb 2024

Generally, you don't have to do anything to prepare for an appointment with a physician who will be checking for hemorrhoids. That said, there are som

Where to Get Treatment for Celiac Disease?04 Apr 2024

If you suspect that you have celiac disease and need treatment, you should schedule an appointment with a gastroenterologist. They will guide you to determine if you have the condition through blood t

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What Is the Main Cause of Hemorrhoids?04 Apr 2024

Hemorrhoids can develop when excess pressure on the veins around the anus causes them to stretch, bulge, or swell. Increased pressure in the lower rectum can lead to the development of hemorrhoids, wh

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When Should I See a Doctor for Liver Problems?07 Mar 2024

It can be difficult to recognize symptoms of liver dysfunction, but there are many signs that may indicate you should speak with a liver specialist. If you have developed chronic fatigue, find that yo

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How Do You Know When to See a Gastroenterologist?07 Mar 2024

You may have to see a gastroenterologist if you: Are having abdominal pain (for severe and possibly life-threatening pain, call 911). Have blood in your stool that you can't explain. Have

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What to Expect during a Colonoscopy?05 Feb 2024

A colonoscopy may cause some discomfort, but rarely causes any pain. There is often a feeling of pressure, bloating, or cramping at times during the procedure, and patients may also feel like they nee

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How Do I Prepare for a Hemorrhoid Appointment?05 Feb 2024

Generally, you don't have to do anything to prepare for an appointment with a physician who will be checking for hemorrhoids. That said, there are some things you should do to make the experience opti

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Where to Get Treatment for Celiac Disease?

If you suspect that you have celiac disease and need treatment, you should schedule an appointment with a gastroenterologist. They will guide you to determine if you have the condition through blood tests, genetic tests, and endoscopy. Treatment for

What Is the Main Cause of Hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids can develop when excess pressure on the veins around the anus causes them to stretch, bulge, or swell. Increased pressure in the lower rectum can lead to the development of hemorrhoids, which can be caused by: - Straining during bowel m

When Should I See a Doctor for Liver Problems?

It can be difficult to recognize symptoms of liver dysfunction, but there are many signs that may indicate you should speak with a liver specialist. If you have developed chronic fatigue, find that your appetite has decreased significantly, or you ar

How Do You Know When to See a Gastroenterologist?

You may have to see a gastroenterologist if you: Are having abdominal pain (for severe and possibly life-threatening pain, call 911). Have blood in your stool that you can't explain. Have difficulty swallowing that you can't explain.

What to Expect during a Colonoscopy?

A colonoscopy may cause some discomfort, but rarely causes any pain. There is often a feeling of pressure, bloating, or cramping at times during the procedure, and patients may also feel like they need to pass gas, which is a normal side effect of th

How Do I Prepare for a Hemorrhoid Appointment?

Generally, you don't have to do anything to prepare for an appointment with a physician who will be checking for hemorrhoids. That said, there are some things you should do to make the experience optimal. It's best to empty your bowels before an appo