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Top 5 Most Common GI Issues
posted: Jul. 07, 2021.

From as little as a meal not sitting right in your stomach to having a serious condition detected in your system, GI issues are more common than you may have Read more
Learning about diverticulitis and diverticulosis
posted: Jul. 01, 2021.

Do you often confuse diverticulitis and diverticulosis with one another? They’re both conditions that happen in your colon, and understanding both of them is very important—since they are connected with Read more
IBS vs. IBD
posted: Jun. 23, 2021.

IBS and IBD are conditions that are often confused with one another. Part of the reason is having similar abbreviations, and the other is that they have symptoms in common. Read more
How to Prep for a Colonoscopy
posted: Jun. 17, 2021.

Your Orlando GI doctor at the Digestive and Liver Center will usually request for you to get a colonoscopy to investigate intestinal symptoms. Whether you’re experiencing chronic constipation, rectal bleeding, or Read more
5 Foods to Avoid if You Have IBS
posted: Jun. 16, 2021.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an intestinal disorder that causes gas, diarrhea, pain in the belly area, and even constipation. Unfortunately, if you do have IBS, you’ll be dealing with Read more
Facts About Constipation
posted: May 27, 2021.

Have you ever had the urge to do #2 in the bathroom, but nothing came out? Oh yeah, we went there. This is called constipation, a condition where there’s difficulty Read more
What Are Hemorrhoids?
posted: May 24, 2021.

What are hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids are swollen veins on the anus that can get bigger when they’re under pressure. There are external and internal hemorrhoids around the digestive system. Almost 50% Read more
Get your Colorectal Cancer Screening at age 45
posted: May 19, 2021.

Recent guidelines from the American Cancer Society, show that colorectal cancer screening should now start at the age of 45. Why is this you ask? It has been linked to Read more
Should You do Intermittent Fasting if You Have IBD or Crohn's?
posted: May 18, 2021.

Intermittent fasting (IF) has become a popular trend for people wanting to lose weight, regulate their sugar levels, and just to have an overall healthy lifestyle. For those of you Read more
Facts About GERD
posted: May 14, 2021.

What do you think when someone mentions gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? You may first imagine that it has to do with your digestive system, however GERD is a more serious Read more
Tips to Maintain a Healthy Digestive System
posted: May 12, 2021.

Have you ever wondered why it’s important to have a healthy digestive system? Well, for one thing, it’s responsible for breaking down the nutrients your body needs to function properly Read more
What Is Colorectal Cancer?
posted: May 10, 2021.

Colorectal cancer is the development of a disease in the colon or the rectum. Other names for colorectal cancer are colon cancer, or rectal cancer—depending on where it starts. They’re Read more
Did You Know...Florida is #2 in projected CRC deaths in 2021!
posted: May 04, 2021.

Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. In the early stages of the pandemic, colorectal cancer screening procedures dropped more than 80 percent. According Read more
Treating Diverticulitis
posted: Mar. 04, 2021.

Dealing with diverticulitis? Find out the best ways to get your GI distress under control. Most people don’t know what diverticulitis is or haven't even heard of it until they’re dealing Read more
Why You Need a Liver Doctor
posted: Jan. 29, 2021.

Proper liver function is critically important to overall health and quality of life. So when you have a malfunctioning liver, you may be suffering from some kind of liver disease, Read more
Covid-19 Vaccine -- FAQs
posted: Jan. 19, 2021.

FAQs on Covid-19 vaccines Read more