Colon Cancer
Colon cancer is one of the most preventable and curable types of cancer if detected early. Click the title above for more information on colon cancer.
Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a visual examination of the colon using a fiberoptic endoscope. Click title above for more information.
Crohn's Disease
Crohn's disease is a type of chronic inflammatory bowel disease. Click the title above for more information on Crohn's Disease.
Gallstones
Gallstones form in the gallbladder, an organ located next to the liver, whose purpose is to store bile. Bile aids in the digestion of fats. Some components of fat do not respond well to bile and form crystals that solidify into gallstones.
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GERD
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) occurs when fluid that resides in the stomach, that aids in food digestion, flows back into the esophagus. Click the title above for more information.
Hepatitis
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. The three most common forms of hepatitis are types A, B, and C. Click the title above for more information.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
IBS, also known as spastic colon, is characterized by abdominal cramping, diarrhea, constipation, and bloating. Click the title above for more information on IBS.
Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis refers to a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) where sores or ulcers form on the inner lining of the colon. Click the title above for more information.
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