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Common Causes of Heartburn
posted: Aug. 26, 2022.

Heartburn is a common problem, especially if you love spicy or acidic foods. It is estimated over 60 million people in this country suffer from heartburn at least once a Read more
How Your Diet Affects Your Stomach Health
posted: Aug. 05, 2022.

When it comes to your diet—it’s important to trust your gut. Your gut microbiome is incredibly diverse, containing 50 trillion or more bacteria crucial for proper digestion. Not surprisingly, the rest Read more
Are You Struggling With Hemorrhoids?
posted: Jul. 15, 2022.

Find out what you can do to treat your hemorrhoids. Seeing bright red blood when you wipe may have you panicking. However, before you rush to the hospital, you should know Read more
When To See A Gastroenterologist
posted: Jul. 13, 2022.

If you’ve ever dealt with gastrointestinal issues in the past, you know that they can be difficult to deal with if you aren’t getting the proper treatment needed. It’s important Read more
What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
posted: Jul. 07, 2022.

Wondering if you could have GERD? Are you living with acid reflux? If you deal with this problem rather frequently, you could have a chronic condition known as gastroesophageal reflux disease Read more
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
posted: Jun. 24, 2022.

Is your body telling you that you could have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Are you just experiencing symptoms of an upset stomach, or is there something more going on? It can Read more
Are You Dealing with Acid Reflux
posted: Jun. 09, 2022.

Learn more about acid reflux, its signs and triggers, and when to see a doctor. Acid reflux happens to everyone, but what should you do if this becomes a common occurrence? Read more
Causes And Treatment For Stomach Ulcers
posted: May 27, 2022.

Stomach ulcers are not only painful – they can lead to some life-altering symptoms. Dr. Mordo Suchov and Dr. Alan Naim at Gastroenterology Associates of Southern California in Encino, CA Read more
When Should I Get a Colonoscopy?
posted: May 24, 2022.

Everyone can and will benefit from getting a colonoscopy during their lifetime. A colonoscopy is an important screening and diagnostic tool. Yet about one in three adults between 50 to 75 Read more
Common Causes of Abdominal Pain
posted: May 10, 2022.

Wondering why you're dealing with abdominal pain? Everyone deals with a stomachache from time to time. Typically, it will go away on its own, and it’s nothing to worry about; however, Read more
When to See Your Gastroenterologist
posted: Apr. 22, 2022.

Should you schedule an appointment with a gastroenterologist? A gastroenterologist is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions and disorders that impact the gastrointestinal tract including the liver, gallbladder and Read more
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms
posted: Apr. 11, 2022.

The symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome can be anything from mild annoyances to those that put a hold on your life. No matter which side of the scale you land Read more
Help for Recurrent Heartburn
posted: Apr. 08, 2022.

If your heartburn keeps returning, it’s important to know what to do. You are getting ready to sit down to dinner and realize it’s taco night. While this would make most Read more
What Is a Gallbladder Attack?
posted: Mar. 30, 2022.

Your gallbladder is a small organ on the upper right side of your abdomen that’s responsible for storing and releasing bile to aid in digestion. As with any organ or Read more
FAQs About Colostomy Bags
posted: Mar. 10, 2022.

When there is an injury or health problem that impacts the digestive tract and you’re unable to pass stool on your own you may need a colostomy bag. If you Read more
Understanding Gut Health
posted: Feb. 24, 2022.

There is more than meets the eye when it comes to our gut, and we are learning new things about it all the time. While a gastroenterologist can certainly help Read more