Digestive care doesn’t wait until age 50, and neither should you
One of the best ways to stay healthy is to catch health problems before they have a chance to get worse. That’s why yearly checkups are so important. Being proactive in your care is easy when you make sure to get your yearly checkups. A routine physical exam? Check!...
What type of procedure is used for liver biopsy?
A liver biopsy is a test that your doctor uses to look for signs of liver disease and other problems. Abnormal cells, elevated liver enzymes and liver disease are all things that a liver biopsy can detect. While it may seem a little scary to think about, it’s a...
What is GERD?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, referred to as GERD, is a condition that causes stomach acid to flow back through the esophagus, which is the tube that connects the mouth and the stomach. When stomach acid flows back through the esophagus, it is called acid reflux,...
Common Health Problems Related to Obesity
Some experts estimate that over one-third of adults in the US are obese. If you are obese, it means you weigh at least 20% more than the weight that is ideal for your body build, height, and size. The most common measure for obesity is BMI or Body Mass Index. Those...