A word from digestive health specialists
The Real Facts on Diarrhea
“Diarrhea” may be one of the most misused terms by patients, second only to “migraines." Patients will often complain of “diarrhea” when the stool is not as formed or when there is an increased frequency of bowel movements. When medical...
Constipation: An Uncomfortable but Important Topic
Bowel movements are not always a comfortable topic to discuss, but it is important to address and understand it. I often say that constipation is rarely life-threatening, but does quite frequently interfere with the quality of your life. Did you know...
New Look, Same Exceptional Care
One of the things that Digestive Health Specialists is most proud of is that we have clinics and procedure centers in various cities across the Piedmont-Triad. We understand the importance of being in your communities and the convenience of having...
Gastroparesis Signs & Symptoms
Nausea, vomiting, bloating, bad heartburn, feeling full all the time - these are all signs of gastroparesis, or delayed stomach emptying. In gastroparesis, the things people eat and drink don’t move through their stomach as quickly as they should. This...
IBD: Nutrition & Lifestyle
As the old adage goes, “An apple a day…” Does an apple a day keep IBD under bay? Let’s delve into what we know about inflammatory bowel disease when it comes to nutrition and lifestyle. IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) and...
Top 5 Digestive Problems that Affect Men
June is Men's Health Month and we want to bring attention to gastrointestinal conditions that affect a large number of men. Belching, Bloating, and Flatulence Belching, bloating, and flatulence occurs when swallowed air is accumulated in the stomach. The air...
The A, B, Cs of Hepatitis
Hepatitis is an infection that causes inflammation of the liver. This inflammation can cause damage to the liver and disrupt the liver’s ability to function properly. Some types of hepatitis can cause chronic or long-term damage, to the liver. This...
