It’s normal to experience digestive issues, such as acid reflux and stomach cramps, from time to time. However, experiencing recurrent or severe digestive symptoms like pain, acid reflux, discomfort, etc., isn’t normal and is an indication of bigger issues requiring immediate treatment or ongoing management. Digestive issues don’t arise on their own; instead, several things contribute to digestive issues. Fixing those things or reasons can significantly contribute to gut healing. Let’s ... [Read More]
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When to Start and How Long is Hepatitis B Treatment?
Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver. It can cause serious health problems, including liver damage, cirrhosis, and cancer. Hepatitis B is spread through contact with blood or other bodily fluids from an infected person. Hepatitis B is usually prevented through vaccination. However, if you are diagnosed with it, the doctor’s treatment recommendation will vary depending on the type of hepatitis B infection you have. Hepatitis B is either acute or chronic. Acute ... [Read More]
Could You Be A Candidate for the TIF Procedure to Address GERD?
In the event you or your child has been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you understand that this digestive disease can be painful and often make day-to-day living difficult. Fortunately, you don't have to continue suffering from long-term acid reflux. At Austin Gastroenterology, it is possible to reduce GERD symptoms with transoral incisionless fundoplication, commonly referred to as the TIF procedure. For additional information about whether this GERD treatment could help ... [Read More]
Things you need to know before visiting a gastroenterologist
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the digestive system. The digestive system includes the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract) and includes body parts and organs such as the mouth, esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, rectum, and anus. Gastrointestinal health is important because the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is responsible for digesting food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste from the ... [Read More]
Common Signs and Symptoms of GERD in Adults and Children
According to estimations, 60 million individuals in the United States suffer the burning, fiery symptom referenced as "heartburn" at least once each month. Although many do not imagine them when picturing normal heartburn sufferers, teens, children, and babies are among those included in that number. For roughly 20% of individuals, heartburn is a symptom of a more concerning problem known as GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), a condition that can significantly interfere with the health and ... [Read More]
