Archives for August 2022

When to Start and How Long is Hepatitis B Treatment?

Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver. It can cause serious health problems, including liver damage, cirrhosis, and cancer. Hepatitis B is spread through contact with blood or other bodily fluids from an infected person. Hepatitis B is usually prevented through vaccination. However, if you are diagnosed with it, the doctor’s treatment

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Could You Be A Candidate for the TIF Procedure to Address GERD?

In the event you or your child has been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you understand that this digestive disease can be painful and often make day-to-day living difficult. Fortunately, you don’t have to continue suffering from long-term acid reflux. At Austin Gastroenterology, it is possible to reduce GERD symptoms with transoral incisionless fundoplication,

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Things You Need to Know Before Visiting a Gastroenterologist

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the digestive system. The digestive system includes the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract) and includes body parts and organs such as the mouth, esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, rectum, and anus. Gastrointestinal health is important because the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is

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Common Signs and Symptoms of GERD in Adults and Children

According to estimations, 60 million individuals in the United States suffer the burning, fiery symptom referenced as “heartburn” at least once each month. Although many do not imagine them when picturing normal heartburn sufferers, teens, children, and babies are among those included in that number. For roughly 20% of individuals, heartburn is a symptom of

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Colorectal Cancer Screening Age Drops from 50 to 45

According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Recent studies show a rise in colorectal cancer rates among individuals younger than 50 years of age, prompting ACS and USPSTF (U.S. Preventative Services Task Force) to lower the recommended screening age to 45

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How the Summer Heat Can Affect Digestive Health Issues

Beautiful blue skies, sunny weather, BBQs, and days at the pool are all signs that the summer has arrived. However, the weather won’t be the only thing heating up. If you’re dealing with tummy problems during the summer months, you don’t have to suffer alone. Request a consultation with a GI doctor at Austin Gastroenterology

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