Navigating Chronic Diarrhea: Expert Insights from Plano Gastroenterologists
Chronic diarrhea, defined as loose, watery stools persisting for over 4 weeks, can greatly disrupt one's daily life.
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- Sep 17
- 3 min
Celiac Disease 101: Information From your Plano GI Doctor
If you experience abdominal pain, bloating, or diarrhea after eating bread, pasta, or other wheat products, you may suffer from Celiac (CD)
- Sep 10
- 3 min
Signs and Causes of Gastroparesis: Dietary Changes and Medical Treatments From Your Plano GI
If you've ever felt an intense wave of nausea, abdominal pain, and bloating after eating a meal, you may have experienced gastroparesis.
- Aug 27
- 3 min
Crohn’s Disease vs. Ulcerative Colitis: Understanding the Differences From a Plano GI Doctor
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are two common types of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
- Aug 13
- 4 min
The Gut-Brain Axis: How Stress Affects Digestive Health
The brain and the gut have a very intimate relationship known as the gut-brain axis. When we experience chronic stress or difficult emotions
- Jul 28
- 3 min
The Prescription Puzzle: Unraveling the Medication Maze in Gastroenterology
I am thrilled to shed light on why doctors often choose specific medications over others during the course of treatment.
- Jul 2
- 3 min
What Is Acid Reflux? A blog explaining the causes, symptoms, and treatments of acid reflux
Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a common digestive disorder affecting millions of people worldwide.
- Jun 27
- 3 min
Internal Hemorrhoids: Understanding, Managing, and Finding Relief
this blog post aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of internal hemorrhoids; including their symptoms, underlying causes,
- Jun 11
- 3 min
Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) are two chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) that can cause a wide range of symptoms
- Jun 4
- 3 min
Pancreatic Cancer: Understanding the Hereditary Risk Factors
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer, with a five-year survival rate of just 12 percent.
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