Rectal and anal conditions can be challenging to deal with and discuss. Many feel embarrassed to discuss these concerns with their doctor, especially fearing potential treatments. However, you can get the help you need to feel better with guidance and care. Anoscopy can help your doctor better look at conditions affecting your anal and rectal
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Anoscopy Exam: Preparations Before The Procedure
Anoscopy is a common in-office or in-hospital procedure that digestive health specialists in California and across the country use to inspect the lower part of the GI tract. Quick and comfortable, an anoscopy yields important diagnostic information. Here’s more information about anoscopy and how you can prepare for this simple test. When Do You Need
Read MoreBreath Test: Types And Purpose
Your GI clinic in California offers a wide range of tests and procedures to accurately pinpoint diseases and conditions of the digestive tract. If you are exhibiting gastrointestinal symptoms and wish to know what’s happening and how to treat it, a breath test from inSite Digestive Health Care might be just what you need. The
Read MoreWhat Conditions Does Capsule Endoscopy Diagnose?
Your GI clinic offers many innovative ways to assess and diagnose digestive system diseases and problems. In fact, capsule endoscopy is one of the easiest GI tests; yet it yields a wealth of information pertinent to many diagnoses. Let’s learn more about this procedure, what conditions it may reveal, and where you can go in
Read MoreSigns Your Colon Is Toxic and How Colon Test (Colonoscopy) Can Help with It
The large intestine is an integral part of the digestive system. It absorbs water and vitamins and excretes the waste. If it doesn’t work properly, our health will be jeopardized. Certain conditions can cause the large intestine to malfunction. One such condition is a toxic colon. While it’s incredibly rare, it’s also severely threatening.
Read MoreHow Colon Tests are Done
The incidence of colon cancer in the United States has been on the rise in recent years. Younger patients are being diagnosed with colon cancer. Those with early-stage colon cancer tend to fare better than those who are diagnosed in the advanced stages of the disease. Hence, the importance of colon cancer screenings. Colon cancer
Read MoreWhat to Expect in an Anoscopy Exam?
An anoscopy is a medical procedure that allows your doctor to examine the inside of the anal canal. This can be done for diagnostic purposes, to check for the presence of abnormal cells in the anal canal. An anoscopy procedure may be recommended for someone who is experiencing rectal bleeding, anal pain, or other issues
Read MoreWhat Causes Blood in Stool?
Seeing blood in your stool is a symptom of a problem that may be benign or serious. Bloody stools are never normal, and you should have the issue evaluated by a doctor, especially if it is accompanied by other symptoms, such as rectal pain, constipation, abdominal cramps, and a feeling of your bowels not emptying.
Read MoreinSite Digestive Health Care Welcomes Alister A. George, M.D.
Third Office in Ventura County Now Open THOUSAND OAKS, CA (JULY 2022) – inSite Digestive Health Care is proud to announce its newest location in Ventura County at 3510 N. Moorpark Rd., Suite 201 in Thousand Oaks, California, with physician Alister A. George, M.D.. Dr. George is accepting appointments for July 2022. Dr. Alister George
Read MoreReasons Why You Should Choose Dr. Lankarani As Your Gastroenterologist
Gastroenterologists are uniquely qualified to provide comprehensive care for patients with GI disorders. They have completed at least four years of medical school and three years of training in an accredited residency program in gastroenterology. When choosing a gastroenterologist, there are important factors that you should consider, such as experience, training, and board certification. You
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