EGD, short for esophagogastroduodenoscopy, is a type of endoscopic procedure used for diagnosing and treating problems in the upper digestive tract: the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of your small intestine. Read on to learn more about an EGD test, particularly why it’s performed, how you can prepare for it, and what to expect
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An In-Depth Look At An Anoscopy Procedure
It never pays to wait out a medical problem — and that includes issues in your lower gastrointestinal tract. If you’re feeling pain or discomfort in your digestive system, it’s best to consult with a GI specialist. A GI specialist can help diagnose and treat problems with the gastrointestinal tract. One method they can use
Read MoreWhat is Post-ERCP Pancreatitis?
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a procedure that a gastroenterologist (GI doctor) uses to examine your biliary system (liver, bile ducts, gallbladder, and pancreas) for any abnormalities. Your GI doctor may order an ERCP when they suspect problems based on your laboratory test results and/or symptoms, such as abdominal pain and jaundice (yellowing of skin
Read MoreWhat Is Capsule Endoscopy?
For an easy, high-tech inspection of your small intestine, your GI specialist may order a capsule endoscopy. Also called small bowel endoscopy, this easily tolerated test produces high-resolution images useful in understanding symptoms and diagnosing diseases. Here are some details about capsule endoscopy. Swallowing a Pill Camera Essentially, that’s what capsule endoscopy involves. More easily
Read MoreWhen is it Time to Visit a GI Doctor?
A GI doctor or a gastroenterologist specializes in treating issues related to the digestive system, which includes the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, liver, intestines, and bowels. Usually, digestive health issues produce mild, moderate, or severe symptoms. Sometimes, the symptoms may get better on their own, but at other times, the symptoms require medical
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 MoreAcacia Fiber for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
inSite Digestive Health Care strives to be more than a gastroenterology network. We work hard to promote health and wellness in all facets. To help further our efforts, we are now offering Protocol For Life Balance Supplements online and in our clinics! Protocol for Life Balance is an A-rated GMP manufacturer of pharmaceutical grade dietary
Read MoreWorkouts That Fit Your Schedule
If you are an avid reader of our blogs, you are likely very health minded. Perhaps you even resolved to exercise more at the start of the new year. Now it’s four months into 2018 and your fitness resolution seems like it could be next years problem. We understand; Between work, school, a social life,
Read MoreSupplement of the Week: Curcumin
Temperatures are rising and everyone seems to be gearing up for the start of summer. Schools out and beach trips, vacations, and fun with friends and family are in! And we at inSite want to do everything we can to ensure you feel your best for all your summer activities. To help you prepare to be
Read MoreTop 5 Fat Burning Foods
Summer is just around the corner and you might feel like the pressure is on to look your best in your favorite swimsuit. You may even hear talk of fast diets that help you shed pounds in days, but let’s be honest, there is no quick diet that guarantees you lose and keep the weight
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