As the school year rolls in and your schedule starts filling up, it can be exhausting to balance work, family, and friends, let alone a healthy diet. While you’re running from the office to ballet or soccer, the siren call of fast food is all too tempting. But busy days don’t have to derail your… Read more »
Why is there blood in my stool? It’s a question we never want to ask, but it’s one in vital need of an answer. Even a slight presence of blood in your stool or on the toilet tissue hints that bleeding is occurring in the digestive tract. The darker the appearance of the blood, the… Read more »
A sudden, painful inflammation of the pancreas, acute pancreatitis is difficult to self-diagnose but in desperate need of treatment. The pain can last several days and may have a variety of causes. Early detection can save your body from pain and further trauma, which is why we’ve compiled a few tips for diagnosing and treating… Read more »
Acid reflux. Coughing. Difficulty swallowing. If you suffer from heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), these symptoms are all too familiar. But how can you stop them? First, talk with a gastroesophageal expert. Over-reliance on medical web resources can lead to improper self-diagnosis and potentially harmful self-treatment. Many different diseases and disorders can present with the same… Read more »
It’s that time of year again—Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Over the years, we’ve talked about the prevalence of colon cancer among adults over 50, as well as how diabetes, race, polyps, and other genetic factors can increase the risk of colon cancer. But now, it’s time to talk about a startling new demographic at risk—millennials. New research has shown that… Read more »
Digestive disorders are a part of everyday life for millions of Americans. Diet, stress, and chronic conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)all contribute to disrupting proper digestion. A lesser-known cause of digestive problems is herniation or the presence of hernias. A hernia occurs when an internal organ or fatty tissue forces itself into an area where… Read more »
So you got the gastric balloon! Your journey to attaining sustainable weight loss has officially begun. 6 months have flown by and now you’re preparing for the gastric balloon to be removed. While you recall the generalities of the removal, you’re a little fuzzy on the details. Don’t worry! We’re here to answer your questions… Read more »
Summer is kicking off. The aroma of charcoal fills the air almost every evening, making your mouth water. You can’t wait for the season of backyard barbecues to begin in earnest. But if you have been diagnosed with gluten sensitivity or celiac sprue in Baton Rouge, you’re going to need to be a little more cautious around… Read more »
Oh, no. Not again. Those burning, painful bumps that seem to itch at the worst times have reappeared down there. Hemorrhoids. You’ve put up with their sudden reappearance and disappearance for years, but now it’s time to get serious about prevention. Check out these tips for hemorrhoid prevention and consult with a digestive specialist today. Listen to your… Read more »
Spring has sprung. While you can’t wait to take advantage of the long days and get moving, we want to make sure your digestion can keep up with your hot feet. Just as it strengthens your muscles, regular exercise, along with a diet high in fiber, can strengthen the digestive system over time. Allow 2-3… Read more »
Throughout the course of my medical training and my years as a physician, my perspective has changed in many ways. I went from simply wanting a solid career to finding the practice of medicine that I was passionate about. Eventually, I began to make the connection of what I studied in books to how it… Read more »
Very few American adults are pleased with their weight. It’s what leads us to spend billions every year on dieting and weight loss. We all want to look and feel our best and we know that a healthy weight can protect us from a wide range of troublesome health conditions. Yet, for many, that ideal… Read more »
