Digestive Diagnostics
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Tests worth repeating if symptoms come back
The frustrating cycle of symptom remission and recurrence is something many people experience. We feel relief when symptoms subside, often assuming the problem has resolved…
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What digestive labs may uncover beyond symptoms
Digestion is often something we take for granted – until it goes wrong. We experience bloating, gas, discomfort, or changes in bowel habits and immediately…
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Testing tools that support root-cause focused treatment
The pursuit of effective treatment often feels like addressing symptoms rather than tackling the underlying issues. Traditional approaches frequently focus on managing manifestations of problems…
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How doctors confirm gut damage from food allergies
Food allergies are increasingly recognized as significant contributors to chronic inflammation and digestive distress, extending far beyond simple allergic reactions like hives or anaphylaxis. Many…
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Modern approaches to recurring gut pressure and discomfort
Recurring gut pressure and discomfort are surprisingly common experiences, impacting millions worldwide. Often dismissed as ‘just stress’ or attributed to dietary indiscretions, persistent symptoms can…
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Exploring hidden reasons for urgent bowel movements
The sudden, urgent need to rush to the bathroom isn’t always just about something you ate. While dietary indiscretions certainly play a role, frequent or…
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Recommended diagnostics for people with family GI history
Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions are remarkably common, affecting millions worldwide. While many cases arise spontaneously, a significant proportion have a hereditary component. This means that if…
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Scan and test options for liver-related digestion problems
The liver plays an absolutely critical role in digestion, far beyond simply processing what we eat. It manufactures bile, essential for fat breakdown and absorption,…
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Gut testing pathways used in long COVID symptoms
Long COVID, also known as Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), presents a bewildering array of symptoms that can persist for months – even years…
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Assessments used when nausea comes with no vomiting
Nausea, that unsettling feeling of impending emesis, is often – but not always – accompanied by vomiting. When nausea persists without the relief of throwing…