The Hidden Link Between Your Diet and Digestive Issues: Understanding Food Intolerances
If you ever feel crummy after eating certain foods—but without an obvious allergy or symptoms as extreme as anaphylaxis—you may have a food
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Oct 10, 20238 min read
Everything You Need to Know About Your Gallbladder and Potential Problems
The gallbladder, a small pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver, plays a crucial role in aiding digestion by storing and releasing bile
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 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
Jul 28, 20233 min read
The Prescription Puzzle: Unraveling the Medication Maze in Gastroenterology
I am thrilled to shed light on why doctors often choose specific medications over others during the course of treatment.
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 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
Jun 4, 20233 min read
Pancreatic Cancer: Understanding the Hereditary Risk Factors
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer, with a five-year survival rate of just 12 percent.
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
May 23, 20233 min read
5 Signs That You Should Be Seeing a Gastroenterologist
The digestive system is one of the most important systems in the human body. It is responsible for breaking down food into nutrients that th
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