The preparation for a colonoscopy is the least-looked-forward-to part of the colonoscopy, but it is necessary to ensure a thorough and safe procedure. Fortunately, most colonoscopies performed today require only a day’s preparation, whereas prior years required several days’ worth. The prep is done in order to give your GI doctor an unobstructed view during
Read MoreColonoscopy
Why You Should Get a Colonoscopy Early On
Colorectal cancer begins in the colon or rectum. It is one cancer that can be caught early and be prevented through screening. With that in mind, screening for colorectal cancer should be a priority, however, many would rather put it off. Colorectal cancer is being diagnosed in patients who are considered to be low-risk for
Read MoreWhy Pre-Colonoscopy Prep?
A colonoscopy is an essential preventive screening that protects people against colon cancer. As a predominantly asymptomatic condition, colon cancer can develop and progress without most patients knowing until it is too late. This is why colonoscopies are so important. While this procedure may seem intimidating, it is painless, quick, and highly useful. In order
Read MoreDo You Need A Colon Test? Here’s How To Know
A colon test is a procedure that looks inside your colon and examines it for abnormalities. Also known as colonoscopy, it involves the use of a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera on the end (a colonoscope), which allows images to be projected onto a screen. A colonoscopy is used to investigate gastrointestinal
Read MorePre-Colonoscopy Diet Plan: Foods to Eat
Contemplating getting a colonoscopy soon? If you’ve already been reading up about it, chances are, you’ve come across information about its invasive nature and the intensive preparation it involves, both of which could have made you shudder. Regardless, it’s all worth the hassle. Colonoscopy, with its utility and versatility, is a life-saving tool, which studies
Read MoreBenefits of Endoscopy and Colonoscopy
Endoscopy is the use of an endoscope to view the inside of a person’s gastrointestinal (GI) tract. An endoscope, a slender, flexible tube attached to a camera and a light, gets inserted into your digestive tract, giving your doctor a live view of your digestive tract displayed on a TV monitor screen to help evaluate
Read MoreWhy Should You Undergo a Colonoscopy?
A colonoscopy is a procedure in which a GI specialist uses a colonoscope– a long, flexible tube with a tiny camera attached at its tip to examine the colon and rectum in real time for abnormalities (e.g., polyps) indicative of disease, such as cancer. A colonoscopy is deemed the gold standard for colon cancer detection,
Read MoreSigns You May Need A Colonoscopy
Colonoscopies are not only effective in the early detection of colorectal cancer but also other abnormalities. You’ve probably heard that you will need a colonoscopy once you hit the age of 50. However, the number of people younger than 50 getting diagnosed with colorectal cancer is growing. Here are some signs that you may need
Read MoreWhat Are the Risks of a Colonoscopy Procedure
A colonoscopy procedure can be used for diagnostic and treatment purposes. A colonoscopy can allow your doctor to see inside the colon to diagnose problems and treat them right away. Many times, colon cancer causes no symptoms until it progresses significantly. As a result, the survival rate is less than many other forms of cancer.
Read MoreHow a GI Specialist Treats Celiac Disease
Celiac disease, also referred to as sprue or gluten-sensitive enteropathy, is an autoimmune disorder of the small intestine that is precipitated by the ingestion of gluten, a protein commonly found in barley, rye, and wheat. The inflammatory response launched by the small intestine causes damage to its lining and malabsorption of many key nutrients. If
Read More