Digestive Diagnostics
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Breath analysis as a quick checkup for the small intestine
The small intestine, often hailed as the engine room of digestion, is responsible for absorbing the vast majority of nutrients from our food. Its intricate…
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Early tests that help prevent serious GI conditions
Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions are incredibly common, impacting millions worldwide and ranging from mildly inconvenient to severely debilitating. Often, these conditions develop silently over time, making…
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Common scans doctors use to explore digestive pain
Digestive pain is an incredibly common complaint, impacting millions worldwide. It’s rarely a single issue; rather, it’s often a symptom stemming from a vast range…
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Understanding your gut without doing a colonoscopy
The gut – often referred to as our “second brain” – is far more than just a digestive tract. It’s an incredibly complex ecosystem influencing…
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How doctors track changes in your gut over time
The gut – often referred to as our ‘second brain’ – is far more than just a digestive system. It’s a complex ecosystem teeming with…
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What to do if your colonoscopy finds something unusual
Colonoscopies are a cornerstone of colorectal cancer screening and often performed to investigate gastrointestinal symptoms like abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, or rectal bleeding.…
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How to understand your GI test results without a medical degree
Gastrointestinal (GI) tests are increasingly common as people seek deeper understanding of their digestive health. These tests can range from simple stool analyses to more…
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Which digestive tests are covered by insurance
Understanding digestive health often requires more than just recognizing symptoms; it sometimes necessitates diagnostic testing to pinpoint the root cause of discomfort or concern. Navigating…
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When your gut symptoms might need a second opinion
Gut symptoms are incredibly common, ranging from occasional bloating after a rich meal to more persistent issues like heartburn or changes in bowel habits. Many…
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What doctors do when standard GI tests show nothing
Gastrointestinal (GI) distress is remarkably common. Bloating, abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits – these symptoms impact millions, often significantly affecting quality of life. When…