Gastroenterology Blog | Hattiesburg

Is Stool Testing As Good As A Colonoscopy for Colon Health?

05/13/2024

At-home stool testing is gaining traction as a colonoscopy alternative. But is a full colon cancer screening more effective? Read on to learn more.

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Insight Into Crohn's Disease

12/01/2023

Crohn's disease can impact your wellness and well-being. Get to know the facts about this digestive condition so you can take control of your health.

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When Should Hemorrhoids Be Treated By a Doctor?

11/10/2023

Suffering from hemorrhoids can impact your quality of life. Gain clarity on their types and when to seek medical intervention for this GI issue.

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What Are The Common Symptoms of Fatty Liver Disease?

10/06/2023

Understand the signs, diagnosis, and treatment of fatty liver disease. Prompt care of the condition may increase your lifespan and liver health.

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Understand Ulcerative Colitis: Learn Its Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

09/15/2023

Ulcerative colitis is a condition involving the colon and rectum. Discover more about this long-term GI disease and how it can affect your health.

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How Are Acid Reflux and GERD Different?

08/01/2023

Acid reflux and GERD may appear very similar, yet, there is a distinct difference between these conditions. Read on to discover more.

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How Is the FibroScan® Used and What Does It Do?

07/06/2023

FibroScan is a revolutionary ultrasound exam that is used to detect liver scarring and stiffness in order to identify and monitor liver diseases.

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What Is the Cause of IBS And Who Is at Risk?

06/01/2023

IBS is a gastrointestinal condition that often leads to irritating symptoms like gas, diarrhea, stomach pain, and other GI issues.

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Raising Awareness: Facts You Should Know About Celiac Disease

05/05/2023

Celiac disease can impact your gastrointestinal system in many ways. Read more about celiac disease and how you can guard your digestive health.

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Get to Know the Symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

04/07/2023

If you have IBD, you may experience frequent symptoms like upset stomach, stomach pain, and other issues. Will this discomfort last forever?

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Why 45 Is the New 50: Updates to Colonoscopy Guidelines

03/01/2023

In the past, 50 was the magic number for a colonoscopy; however, the CDC and GI doctors now advise getting colon cancer exams as early as age 45.

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Why Should You Have a Screening for Colorectal Cancer?

02/16/2023

A colon cancer exam can help safeguard your colon health and ward off colorectal cancer before the disease starts or becomes advanced.

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Kick Off the New Year in Good Health: Schedule a Colonoscopy Screening

01/20/2023

Schedule a colonoscopy exam to start the year off right and take control of your GI health. Preventive screenings can help to protect your wellness.

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Get Better Gut Health in the New Year

12/08/2022

Launch into the new year with renewed GI health. Explore how to aid digestion and how optimal digestive health can enhance your general wellness.

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What You Should Understand About Your Digestive Health

12/01/2022

Most people have heard the phrase "you are what you eat," but did you know that gut health plays a critical role in your general and mental wellness?

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Here Is Why It Is So Important to Get a Colonoscopy

11/15/2022

Doctors have long hailed the significance of the colonoscopy as a diagnostic screening, especially in the case of colorectal cancer.

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What are the Main Differences Between an Endoscopy and a Colonoscopy Procedure?

11/08/2022

Endoscopies and colonoscopies are different forms of endoscopic exams. A GI doctor uses them to identify concerns in the digestive system.

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Honoring Stomach Cancer Awareness Month

11/01/2022

Learn about the risks, causes, and symptoms of stomach cancer, and find out how a GI specialist can help you get treatment.

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Plan to Have a Colonoscopy Before Year's End (and Maximize Your Deductible)

10/17/2022

Scheduling your colonoscopy before insurance deductibles reset can help you maintain your GI wellness and save money at year's end.

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Find Out How FibroScan® Can Evaluate Your Liver Health

10/10/2022

FibroScan is an innovative system that helps our GI specialists monitor the health and condition of the liver utilizing ultrasound techniques.

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