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and pancreatitis. The specialty of Gastroenterology encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Gastroenterology is a sub-specialty of internal medicine. A gastroenterologist is a licensed physician with dedicated training and unique experience in the management of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver. In recent years, advances in diagnostic technology and pharmaceuticals has provided a means for effective treatment of many disorders. |
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Crohn's Disease Chron’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that involves the digestive tract. Crohn's disease usually involves the lower portion of the small intestine, or ileum, but it can affect any part of the digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus. The inflammation extends deep into the lining of the affected organ. The inflammation can cause pain and can make the intestines empty frequently, resulting in diarrhea. For more information visit http://www.ccfa.org.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a group of disorders with a disordered motility or movement of the intestines. It is characterized by a group of symptoms - crampy abdominal pain, bloating, constipation and/or diarrhea. One in five Americans has IBS, making it one of the most common disorders diagnosed by doctors. It occurs more often in women than in men.
Barrett’s Esophagus is the replacement of all, part or small islands of the esophagus with stomach appearing tissue. It can lead to cancer of the esophagus and requires surveillance to prevent complications. Barrett’s Esophagus is usually associated with reflux. For more information click here. Ulcerative Colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that involves inflammation of the large intestines or colon. For more information visit www.ccfa.org.
Gastritis and stomach ulcers involve inflammation of the stomach lining. The major causes are a bacteria, helicobater pylori, alcohol and non steroidal anti-inflammatory medications such as arthritis medications (Nuprin, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Alieve) and aspirin.
Gastroesphageal reflux disease, or GERD, occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) does not have enough tone to prevent stomach contents from leaking back or refluxing into the esophagus. The esophagus carries food from the mouth to the stomach come into contact with the esophagus and may cause a burning sensation in the chest or throat. Occasional heartburn is common but does not necessarily mean one has GERD. Heartburn that occurs more than twice a week may be considered GERD, and it can eventually lead to more serious health problems. For more information about GERD click here. For more information visit
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