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Sep 10, 20233 min read
Signs and Causes of Gastroparesis: Dietary Changes and Medical Treatments From Your Plano GI
If you've ever felt an intense wave of nausea, abdominal pain, and bloating after eating a meal, you may have experienced gastroparesis.
Aug 27, 20233 min read
Crohn’s Disease vs. Ulcerative Colitis: Understanding the Differences From a Plano GI Doctor
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are two common types of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Aug 20, 20234 min read
Overcoming That Queasy Feeling: Medical and Natural Approaches for Nausea
Feeling queasy and unwell? Nausea can arise from a variety of causes, ranging from motion sickness to chemotherapy side effects.
Aug 13, 20234 min read
The Gut-Brain Axis: How Stress Affects Digestive Health
The brain and the gut have a very intimate relationship known as the gut-brain axis. When we experience chronic stress or difficult emotions
Aug 4, 20233 min read
Beyond the Medicine Cabinet: Complementary Cures for Digestive Woes
Integrative medicine combines standard care with complementary therapies to treat the whole person.
Jul 15, 20233 min read
The Superheroes in Our Gut: How Fecal Microbiota Spores Help Fight Clostridium Difficile Infections
Today, we're going to explore the incredible world of our gut and the tiny creatures that live within us.
Jul 2, 20233 min read
What Is Acid Reflux? A blog explaining the causes, symptoms, and treatments of acid reflux
Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a common digestive disorder affecting millions of people worldwide.
Jun 27, 20233 min read
Internal Hemorrhoids: Understanding, Managing, and Finding Relief
this blog post aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of internal hemorrhoids; including their symptoms, underlying causes,
Jun 11, 20233 min read
Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) are two chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) that can cause a wide range of symptoms
May 25, 20233 min read
Visit Your GI Doctor When You Have These Signs of GERD
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a long-term digestive disorder affecting millions worldwide. This happens when stomach acid sho
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