Colon cancer is a silent and deadly disease. It usually starts when harmless groups of cells known as polyps form inside the colon and turn cancerous. Many patients do not experience any symptoms in the early stages of the disease, highlighting the importance of early and regular screenings via colonoscopies. Colonoscopy is considered the gold
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Your First Appointment with a Gastroenterologist: What to Expect
Gastroenterologists are internists or doctors trained in internal medicine who specialize in problems concerning your digestive tract. Some of the most common conditions they deal with are diarrhea, constipation, gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), and ulcers. You may consider consulting with a gastroenterologist if you have symptoms concerning any digestive system structure between the esophagus and rectum.
Read MoreCommon Signs and Symptoms of Gastrointestinal Disorders
The digestive system is one of the body’s most delicate parts, but it’s easy to neglect it and take it for granted. You might have symptoms that you think are normal for your body, but some of those symptoms might be common signs of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. Let’s talk about some of the common signs
Read MoreTips to Help You Choose the Best GI Clinic
Like a well-oiled machine, a healthy digestive system is ready to work all day and all night to process the food you eat into energy and nutrients. But when one organ in the system is having a problem, it can disrupt how the entire system functions. A gastroenterologist is medically trained to evaluate, diagnose, and
Read MoreYou’re Never Too Young to be at High Risk for Colon Cancer
While colon cancer is steadily decreasing in individuals 55 and older, research suggests rates are increasing in age groups commonly referred to as Generation X and Millennials. The American Cancer Society reiterated the rise in young-onset by stating more than 10 per 100,000 adults between the ages of 20 to 49 were afflicted with the disease
Read MoreStool Colors – What’s Normal?
Going number two is not exactly a dinner party conversation, but it’s one you might need to have with your Gastroenterologist if you experience constant irregularity or if you have questions or concerns. So let’s cut the *ahem* and talk about it – it’s a normal part of our digestive process and depending on your
Read MoreBest Moves to Help Digestion
You probably don’t need us to tell you that exercise is incredibly important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Exercise aids in weight loss, improves brain health and memory, and helps the production of endorphins, but did you know exercise is also incredibly important for aiding proper digestion? When done correctly, specific exercises and stretches can
Read MoreWorld Digestive Health Day
Happy World Digestive Health Day! We at inSite take every opportunity to raise awareness and honor every holiday relating to GI health! To help you celebrate World Digestive Health Day, our physicians have put together a guide of lifestyle habits one should adopt. Incorporating a few of these lifestyle changes may help improve digestive discomfort and achieve
Read MoreDoes Stress Cause Peptic Ulcers?
Peptic ulcers are found in a person’s stomach or duodenum (first part of the small intestine), and they can really be a pain. As the most common type of ulcer, peptic ulcers have a reputation for being caused by too much stress – but is this really true? Stress can account for a number of
Read MoreEating Healthy for the Holidays
Happy Holidays! When you think of the holidays, what comes to mind? The holidays to me mean quality time with family and friends, laughing until my abs hurt, festive cocktails, homemade cookies and pies and tons of savory and sweet foods. It is ok to enjoy the holidays and your favorite foods, but if you
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