While it's normal to experience occasional GI symptoms, some warrant a visit to the doctor's office. Don't ignore rectal bleeding, persistent diarrhea or heartburn; see your doctor. These symptoms can ...

When GI upset strikes, it's often a sign of a simple stomachache. But when the issue becomes more recurrent, it can be a question of IBD vs. IBS. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects between 25 and ...

A gastroenterologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating gut-related issues. Sometimes gastroenterologists are referred to as “GI doctors” because they focus on conditions that ...

Esophagus, stomach, colon, pancreas, liver—your digestive system involves them all, so perhaps it's no wonder that symptoms of GI problems can be all over the map. The problem is that when they show ...

FROM rare disorders of the digestive system to more comonly seen conditions such as colorectal cancer, viral hepatitis, irritable bowel syndrome, heartburn and chronic vomitting, these professionals ...

Dr. Sameer Islam is a functional gastroenterologist in Lubbock and is a West Texas native growing up in Odessa, TX. He specializes in the comprehensive treatment of all digestive symptoms and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There's a reason most people keep an air freshener or a scented candle in their bathroom: Everybody poops ...

From AI-assisted endoscopy and triage models to outpatient expansion, these are the disruptors gastroenterologists told Becker’s will define the specialty’s next chapter. Question: What do you see as ...

You may overlook these signs, but being proactive can help prevent more serious issues down the road. Reviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia "Key Takeaways" While it's normal to experience ...