Although digestive problems can affect both females and males, certain gastrointestinal disorders are more prevalent among women. This may be a result of the different structures of the GI tract between males and females. Hormonal shifts that occur in women's bodies because of menses, pregnancy, and menopause might also render gut issues, like IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), more severe in patients who are women. If you or a member of your family have been facing gastrointestinal symptoms, we ... [Read More]
Celiac Disease
Learn the Signs of Poor Gut Health
Worrisome issues, like stomach pain, chronic diarrhea, or unintentional weight changes, can be more than a mere annoyance. In the event you experience persistent signs of an unhealthy gut, you could be afflicted with a concerning GI issue. Don't overlook the signs of poor GI health. Should you experience symptoms that are different, such as a change in bowel habits or yearnings for certain foods, bring it to the attention of a skilled gastroenterology specialist in Austin, TX. By talking with a ... [Read More]
Facebook Live: Gluten and Celiac Disease
May is Celiac Awareness Month and here at Austin Gastro, we want you to love your guts. Dr. John Tsai answers some of the most common questions he gets from patients about celiac disease and gluten in a recent Facebook Live event. Nearly 3 million Americans are affected by celiac disease and 18 million Americans can be affected by gluten sensitivity. Most of us know gluten and celiac disease go hand-in-hand, but what exactly is celiac disease and how does it differ from gluten ... [Read More]
Managing Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is both a digestive disease and an immune disorder. When a person with celiac disease eats a food that contains gluten – which is a protein found in certain grains – the antibodies created by the condition attack when the gluten reaches your small intestine. This response eventually damages the lining of the small intestine. This can lead to malabsorption of important nutrients, fatigue, bloating, anemia, and diarrhea. The malabsorption of nutrients can cause malnutrition, ... [Read More]
Is Anemia a Symptom of Celiac Disease?
Celiac disease, commonly confused with gluten intolerance, affects about one in 141 people in the United States. Because of the 200+ associated symptoms, many common to other conditions, 83% of sufferers remain undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. Gluten is a protein found in barley, wheat, rye or spelt grains and products, including any cross-contaminated foods, such as oats. Foods that contain gluten can cause an adverse immune response that attacks the lining of the small intestine in some ... [Read More]
