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What Happens during a Gallbladder Removal Procedure?

What Happens during a Gallbladder Removal Procedure?

20 Jan 2026

During a gallbladder removal procedure, the Patient is placed under general anesthesia, meaning they are unconscious and do not feel any pain. For lap

How Does a Colonoscopy Help Detect Colon Cancer?

How Does a Colonoscopy Help Detect Colon Cancer?

20 Jan 2026

A colonoscopy is one of the most effective Tools for detecting colon cancer, primarily by identifying precancerous growths, known as polyps, in the co

What Foods Should You Avoid with Diverticulitis?

What Foods Should You Avoid with Diverticulitis?

23 Dec 2025

When managing Diverticulitis, diet plays an important role in both preventing flare-ups and supporting recovery. During an acute attack of diverticuli

How Is Diverticulitis Diagnosed?

How Is Diverticulitis Diagnosed?

09 Nov 2025

Diverticulitis is diagnosed through a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. When a patient presents with symptom

What Are the Benefits of Early Colonoscopy Screening?

What Are the Benefits of Early Colonoscopy Screening?

09 Nov 2025

Early colonoscopy screening offers significant benefits, primarily in the early detection and prevention of colon cancer. The procedure allows for the

What Is Diverticulitis, and What Symptoms Should Prompt Me to Seek Medical Care?

What Is Diverticulitis, and What Symptoms Should Prompt Me to Seek Medical Care?

17 Oct 2025

Diverticulitis is a Gastrointestinal condition that occurs when one or more of the small, bulging pouches (diverticula) in the lining of the large int

What Happens during a Gallbladder Removal Procedure?20 Jan 2026

During a gallbladder removal procedure, the Patient is placed under general anesthesia, meaning they are unconscious and do not feel any pain. For laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the most common method,

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How Does a Colonoscopy Help Detect Colon Cancer?20 Jan 2026

A colonoscopy is one of the most effective Tools for detecting colon cancer, primarily by identifying precancerous growths, known as polyps, in the colon and rectum. During the procedure, the doctor e

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What Foods Should You Avoid with Diverticulitis?23 Dec 2025

When managing Diverticulitis, diet plays an important role in both preventing flare-ups and supporting recovery. During an acute attack of diverticulitis, it is typically recommended to avoid high-fib

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How Is Diverticulitis Diagnosed?09 Nov 2025

Diverticulitis is diagnosed through a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. When a patient presents with symptoms such as abdominal pain, fever, and changes in bo

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What Are the Benefits of Early Colonoscopy Screening?09 Nov 2025

Early colonoscopy screening offers significant benefits, primarily in the early detection and prevention of colon cancer. The procedure allows for the detection of polyps or abnormal growths in the co

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What Is Diverticulitis, and What Symptoms Should Prompt Me to Seek Medical Care?17 Oct 2025

Diverticulitis is a Gastrointestinal condition that occurs when one or more of the small, bulging pouches (diverticula) in the lining of the large intestine become inflamed or infected. The most promi

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What Happens during a Gallbladder Removal Procedure?

During a gallbladder removal procedure, the Patient is placed under general anesthesia, meaning they are unconscious and do not feel any pain. For laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the most common method, the surgeon makes several small incisions in the

How Does a Colonoscopy Help Detect Colon Cancer?

A colonoscopy is one of the most effective Tools for detecting colon cancer, primarily by identifying precancerous growths, known as polyps, in the colon and rectum. During the procedure, the doctor examines the entire colon lining for abnormal growt

What Foods Should You Avoid with Diverticulitis?

When managing Diverticulitis, diet plays an important role in both preventing flare-ups and supporting recovery. During an acute attack of diverticulitis, it is typically recommended to avoid high-fiber foods, as they can irritate the inflamed divert

How Is Diverticulitis Diagnosed?

Diverticulitis is diagnosed through a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. When a patient presents with symptoms such as abdominal pain, fever, and changes in bowel habits, a healthcare provider will first condu

What Are the Benefits of Early Colonoscopy Screening?

Early colonoscopy screening offers significant benefits, primarily in the early detection and prevention of colon cancer. The procedure allows for the detection of polyps or abnormal growths in the colon that may develop into cancer over time. By ide

What Is Diverticulitis, and What Symptoms Should Prompt Me to Seek Medical Care?

Diverticulitis is a Gastrointestinal condition that occurs when one or more of the small, bulging pouches (diverticula) in the lining of the large intestine become inflamed or infected. The most prominent and defining symptom is the sudden onset of s