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Heartburn despite medication from ongoing GERD

August 25, 2026

Heartburn Every Day Despite Medication: When to See a Gastroenterologist

You take your acid reflux medication exactly as prescribed, but the burning sensation in your chest keeps coming back. Maybe you wake

Colonoscopy screening preparation for colorectal cancer prevention

August 23, 2026

Colonoscopy Screening: Who Needs One and How Often?

Colonoscopy screening is one of those healthcare topics many people know they should think about someday, but it is easy to postpone.

Blood in stool: when to see a gastroenterologist for rectal bleeding

August 20, 2026

Blood in Stool: When Should You See a Gastroenterologist?

Seeing blood in your stool can be alarming. For some people, it is a small streak of bright red blood on toilet

Fatty liver on ultrasound (hepatic steatosis)

August 18, 2026

Fatty Liver Found on Ultrasound: What Should You Do Next?

Hearing that your ultrasound shows “fatty liver” can leave many patients feeling confused and worried. You may immediately wonder: “Is my liver

when to see a gastroenterologist for stomach pain

August 17, 2026

When Should I See a Gastroenterologist for Abdominal Pain?

Almost everyone experiences abdominal pain at some point. Sometimes it is easy to explain: you ate too much, caught a stomach virus,

what is the difference between diverticulitis and diverticulosis

August 12, 2026

Diverticulitis vs. Diverticulosis: What Is the Difference?

Hearing the terms diverticulosis and diverticulitis can be confusing because they sound nearly identical. Many people assume they describe the same condition,

Elevated ALT and AST levels on a liver enzyme test

August 11, 2026

Abnormal Liver Enzymes: What Do ALT and AST Mean?

Receiving blood test results showing “elevated liver enzymes” can be stressful. Many patients see numbers like ALT and AST on their lab

Colon cancer symptoms under 50 in younger adults

August 5, 2026

Colon Cancer Symptoms in Adults Under 50

For many years, colorectal cancer was considered a disease that primarily affected older adults. While it is still more common with increasing

Difficulty swallowing with food stuck in the throat

August 4, 2026

Trouble Swallowing or Food Stuck in the Throat: When to See a GI Doctor

Have you ever taken a bite of food and suddenly felt like it was not going down properly? Maybe you felt pressure

Mucus in stool and related bowel symptoms

July 29, 2026

Mucus in Stool: What It May Mean and When to Get Checked

Finding mucus in your stool can be surprising and, for many people, alarming. A small amount of mucus is actually a normal

Iron-deficiency anemia linked to hidden GI bleeding

July 28, 2026

Iron-Deficiency Anemia: Could GI Bleeding Be the Cause?

Feeling constantly tired, weak, dizzy, or short of breath can be frustrating, especially when you are getting enough sleep and trying to

H. pylori symptoms such as stomach pain, bloating and nausea

July 22, 2026

H. pylori Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment

Persistent stomach discomfort, frequent indigestion, nausea, or recurring stomach ulcers often leave people wondering whether Helicobacter pylori, commonly called H. pylori, could

Gastric reflux medicine for heartburn and GERD

July 17, 2026

Gastric Reflux Medicine: What You Should Know Before Taking Any Treatment

Almost everyone experiences heartburn or acid reflux at some point. Perhaps it happens after eating a large meal, enjoying spicy food, drinking

Bloated at night with abdominal swelling before bed

July 16, 2026

Why Am I Bloated at Night? Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Gastroenterologist

After a long day, many people notice that their stomach feels much larger than it did in the morning. Pants become tighter,

Stool color chart showing brown, green, yellow, black, red and pale stool

July 15, 2026

Stool Color Chart: What Different Stool Colors May Mean

Most people rarely pay attention to the color of their stool until something suddenly looks different. Seeing green, yellow, black, red, orange,

Gastroenterology care in Cypress, TX at United Gastroenterology Associates

June 25, 2026

Gastroenterology Care in Cypress, TX: Your Complete Guide to Digestive Health

If you are experiencing persistent heartburn, abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, blood in your stool, difficulty swallowing, or unexplained weight loss, it

Abdominal pain and stress linked through the gut-brain connection in IBS

May 29, 2026

Abdominal Pain, IBS & Stress: Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection & How to Find Relief

Abdominal pain is not always caused by a visible digestive problem. In many cases, it is closely linked to stress, anxiety, and

Abdominal pain by location on the left and right side of the belly

May 20, 2026

Abdominal Pain: Causes by Location, Symptoms & When to See a Doctor

Abdominal pain is one of the most common reasons patients seek medical attention. It can range from mild discomfort to severe, persistent