GI Bleed (The Basics)
What is a GI bleed? “GI” stands for “gastrointestinal.” “GI system” (or “GI tract”) is the medical term for all the organs […]
Pancreatic Cancer (The Basics)
What is pancreatic cancer? Pancreatic cancer happens when normal cells in the pancreas change into abnormal cells and grow out of control. […]
Colon and Rectal Cancer (The Basics)
What is colorectal cancer? Colorectal cancer is cancer that affects the large intestine (also known as the colon) or the rectum. The […]
Aspirin to Prevent Heart Attacks and Cancer (The Basics)
Can aspirin prevent health problems? Yes, aspirin can prevent a few different health problems in certain people. For example, in people who have had […]
Barrett’s Esophagus (The Basics)
What is Barrett’s esophagus? Barrett’s esophagus is a condition that affects the esophagus (the tube that carries food from the mouth to […]
Nausea and Vomiting in Adults (The Basics)
What are nausea and vomiting? Nausea is the feeling you get when you think you might throw up. Vomiting is when you […]
Cirrhosis (The Basics)
What is cirrhosis? Cirrhosis is a disease that scars the liver. The liver is a big organ in the upper right side […]
Colon Polyps (The Basics)
What are colon polyps? Colon polyps are tiny growths that form on the inside of the large intestine (also known as the […]
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Is Critical
Learn About Dangerous Colorectal Cancer Today March is Colon Cancer Awareness (or Colorectal Cancer Awareness) Month. I have been a gastroenterologist for […]
More Young People are Dying of Colon Cancer
What You Need To Know About Colorectal Cancer Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. […]