Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects about 11% of the global population, but only 30% of those people seek a physician's guidance in treating...
Read MoreIt's commonly said that getting annual colonoscopies as you age is something that most people should prioritize. This is especially true for men.
Read More1 in 20 people suffer from hemorrhoids, also referred to as piles. Symptoms range from mild irritation to extreme pain that disrupts your lifestyle.
Read MoreOver 60 million Americans have heartburn at least once a month. Chances are, you're one of these Americans.
Read MoreYour gastrointestinal system is extremely important to your overall health and well being. This can be accompanied by obesity, which is a risk factor...
Read MoreGastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a life-affecting condition that affects as many as 20% of the population. Given the prevalence of GERD, the...
Read MoreAcid reflux, generally stated as Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), affecting around one-third of the American population. This disorder...
Read MoreGastric Balloon placement is a non-surgical, completely reversible procedure that is proven to be extremely effective as a treatment for obesity....
Read MoreGastric bypass surgery is one of the most common weight loss procedures performed today. With almost half of Americans being labeled as obese, or...
Read MoreGastrointestinal issues, such as heartburn and acid reflux are no picnic. You feel a burning in your chest, the uncomfortable sting of stomach acids...
Read More"Fermentable Oligo-saccharides Di-Saccharides, Mono-saccharides Polyols, or FODMAP, is a low FODMAP diet created by Susan Shepherd and Peter Gibson....
Read MoreSometimes, it can seem as if food companies can't wait to shout from the rooftops every time they put out a product that is gluten free. For some...
Read MoreProton pump inhibitor (PPI) therapy is a miracle in the eyes of many people suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) also known...
Read MoreChest pain is never something to treat lightly and should always be checked out by a doctor. But what happens when your heart is in perfect working...
Read MoreGERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a back flow of acidic content that enters the esophagus from the stomach. When the esophagal sphincter...
Read MoreAcid reflux is something everyone deals with at one time or another, it seems. Spicy food, rich food or just eating too much food at once can cause...
Read MoreIn the last 15 years, there has been an enormous amount of research focused on the bacteria that live in the gastrointestinal tract. Although medical...
Read MoreMetabolic syndrome is a catchall phrase for a variety of symptoms that typically accompany the onset of cardiac disease and diabetes. However, the...
Read MoreOne type of cancer appears to be on the rise dramatically: Esophageal cancer. Despite a drop in smoking and other risk factors, the disease continues...
Read MoreMetabolic syndrome is a catchall phrase for a variety of symptoms that typically accompany the onset of cardiac disease and diabetes. However, the...
Read MoreMetabolic syndrome is a combination of high risk symptoms associated with the onset of diabetes and heart disease. You can suffer the accompanying...
Read MoreColon cancer is one of the most common cancers today, but the good news is that a new research has found an effective screening tool called the...
Read MoreEsophageal cancer is most often caused by either squamous cell carcinoma along the inner lining of the esophagus or by adenocarcinoma, malignant...
Read MoreAnorectal discomfort and itching is unpleasant, annoying and can even be embarrassing at times. It can cause you to feel miserable and lead to...
Read MoreAnorectal discomfort and itching is unpleasant, annoying and can even be embarrassing at times. It can cause you to feel miserable and lead to...
Read MoreRectal bleeding is a medical condition that refers to the passage of blood mixed with stool via the anus. This condition may be due to a small tear...
Read MoreRectal bleeding is a medical condition that refers to the passage of blood mixed with stool via the anus. This condition may be due to a small tear...
Read MoreThere is still a lot of mystery about what are the causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). However, there is more evidence that there is a dietary...
Read MoreThere is still a lot of mystery about what are the causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). However, there is more evidence that there is a dietary...
Read MoreCeliac disease sufferers are often advised to go on a low-gluten diet. However, even after the dietary changes, sometimes the disease remains...
Read MoreCeliac disease sufferers are often advised to go on a low-gluten diet. However, even after the dietary changes, sometimes the disease remains...
Read MoreThere are a number of misconceptions that people commonly make when it comes to celiac disease and gluten. Although these misunderstandings are...
Read MoreThere are a number of misconceptions that people commonly make when it comes to celiac disease and gluten. Although these misunderstandings are...
Read MoreCeliac Disease is a digestive disorder that comes from reactions to eating gluten. This affects children as well as adults. One in every 133...
Read MoreCeliac Disease is a digestive disorder that comes from reactions to eating gluten. This affects children as well as adults. One in every 133...
Read MoreThere are many people who do not know the first thing about gallstones, even though thousands of people have their gallbladder removed annually....
Read MoreThere are many people who do not know the first thing about gallstones, even though thousands of people have their gallbladder removed annually....
Read MoreObesity is an epidemic that affects 1.7 million people world wide. An estimated two-thirds of the United States' population is obese. Obesity is a...
Read MoreObesity is an epidemic that affects 1.7 million people world wide. An estimated two-thirds of the United States' population is obese. Obesity is a...
Read MoreNonsurgical Treatment of Fecal Incontinence using Solesta
Read MoreNonsurgical Treatment of Fecal Incontinence using Solesta
Read MoreThere are no easy solutions to the problem of hemorrhoids. Creams and other home remedies can provide you with temporary relief from your symptoms,...
Read MoreThere are no easy solutions to the problem of hemorrhoids. Creams and other home remedies can provide you with temporary relief from your symptoms,...
Read MoreAmericans who suffer from either being obese or have gastrointestinal issues can now undergo an incisionless surgical procedure that will control or...
Read MoreAmericans who suffer from either being obese or have gastrointestinal issues can now undergo an incisionless surgical procedure that will control or...
Read MoreColon cancer is now a pressing concern in the United States. However, unlike most cancer ailments, the good news is that colon cancer can be...
Read MoreColon cancer is now a pressing concern in the United States. However, unlike most cancer ailments, the good news is that colon cancer can be...
Read MoreAlso referred to as colonic cancer, colon cancer has over the past couple of years grown to become a killer disease all over the world. Research...
Read MoreAlso referred to as colonic cancer, colon cancer has over the past couple of years grown to become a killer disease all over the world. Research...
Read MoreConstipation is one of the most frequent gastrointestinal complaints in the USA. ...
Read MoreConstipation is one of the most frequent gastrointestinal complaints in the USA.
Read MoreGastroesophageal Reflux Disease, better known as GERD, is a common and painful condition of the esophagus that can potentially affect anyone. This...
Read MoreObesity is a serious and growing problem in the United States. According to the CDC, 35.7% of American adults are obese. Poor eating habits are a...
Read MoreObesity is a serious and growing problem in the United States. According to the CDC, 35.7% of American adults are obese. Poor eating habits are a...
Read MoreSilent acid reflux, also known as Laryngopharngeal Reflux or LPR, is a condition that you could be suffering from without even knowing it, and...
Read MoreSilent acid reflux, also known as Laryngopharngeal Reflux or LPR, is a condition that you could be suffering from without even knowing it, and can...
Read MoreBariatric surgery is an invasive way to achieve weight loss. Part of the stomach and small intestines are removed during the surgery. However,...
Read MoreHealthDay reports 78% increased risk of cancer in GERD patients, but simple antacids appear to lower the risk, researchers report
Read MoreAs reported by Medscape, according to research presented at the Digestive Disease Week meeting, “patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease...
Read MoreWomen Smokers More Likely to Get Colon Cancer Than Men: Study Just a few cigarettes a day raises their risk, researchers say By Steven Reinberg ...
Read MoreAs published in Reuters Health News, diet may help heal anal fissures.
Read MoreWashington Post article, published here, brings to light that making healthier choices in food does not have to be labeled.
Read More"Gluten" has come to be a pariah word in our society. But, should it be avoided entirely? What are the symptoms of celiac disease? What about a...
Read MoreColoRectal Cancer Awareness Month Study Finds Colonoscopy Safe and Effective- Read on: Is a colonoscopy really safe? If your 50 years of age or...
Read MoreUSA Today reports that while hemorrhoids aren't a popular topic of conversation, they are a popular search topic online. Read on:
Read MoreThe loss of bowel control, also called fecal incontinence, is more common than you may think. Unfortunately, millions of people suffer every day...
Read MoreSo, you think you have acid reflux? What is acid reflux? Why is it called acid reflux?
Read MoreA new laparoscopic therapy for reflux has been recently approved for the treat of reflux. The procedure requires laparoscopic surgery (small...
Read MoreSeveral news agencies recently reported concerns of the FDA over the increased risk of Clostridium difficle diarrheal illness in patients using acid...
Read MoreA six-month follow up of 12 people with GERD and six others who were not suffering from the condition showed that those with acid reflux had much...
Read MoreStudy: Acid Reflux on the Rise Obesity Increase Likely to Blame, Researchers Say By Salynn Boyles
Read MoreIn some respects, the U.S. is winning the war on cancer. Recent reports show an overall decline in the number of new cancer cases and fewer cancer...
Read MoreHigh-Fiber Diet May Help Thwart Colon Cancer Review of studies suggests cereals, whole grains deliver health benefits
Read MoreDr. Starpoli recently lent his expertise to WebMD on the subject of PPI drugs. Read on:
Read MoreOn September 7th and October 13th, 2011, the first two combined laparoscopic and transoral antireflux procedures were performed at the New York...
Read MoreIn a retrospective study from Japan, the chronic use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), often used in the treatment of GERD, was found to be...
Read MoreToday Dr. Starpoli will be hosted on the Doctor Radio show to discuss GERD and transoral incisionless fundoplication with EsophyX. This procedure...
Read MoreA report was published in the May 18 issue ofA report was published in the May 18 issue of Journal of the American Medical Association. In, what is...
Read MoreColorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer related deaths in the US. The risk of developing colon cancer increases exponentially with...
Read MoreOver the last few years, new studies have been released that indicate that the long-term use of PPI drugs to treat GERD may be detrimental to some...
Read MoreCeliac disease is an often un-diagnosed condition affecting healthy digestion. However, an interesting article in Reuters Health last month...
Read MoreAs published in Reuters Health last week, a link has been discovered between gallstones and an earlier death. Read on:
Read MoreMarch 2011 is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. In view of this, it is pertinent to review the facts about colorectal cancer, as well as certain...
Read MoreIf you have been diagnosed with GERD, you probably have many questions about your diet moving forward. Patients often wonder if they can still eat...
Read MoreHeartburn is a signature symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is a cluster of symptoms and signs associated with regurgitation...
Read MoreI came upon this post on the endonurse.com web site. For those who will be having colon cancer screening with colonoscopy, this application may be...
Read MoreI came upon this article in healthday news, on January 11, 2011, that drives home the financial impact of obesity in our country and Canada. The...
Read MoreAs reported in MedWire (12/31, Albert) reported that after reviewing 16 studies, UK researchers concluded "that the prevalence of gastroesophageal...
Read MoreAA, Starpoli, MD An interesting topic was reported in Healthday, Monday, Dec. 20 (HealthDay News), by Jenifer Goodwin, about popular heartburn...
Read MoreAt this time of year, it is common for many people to break all their dietary restrictions, and say to themselves, “I’ll just start fresh in the new...
Read MoreBy Emily P. Walker, Washington Correspondent, MedPage TodayPublished: December 01, 2010
Read MoreHsu et al from the University of Wisconsin reviewed the evidence on the prevention of the endemic healthcare-associated Clostridium difficle...
Read MoreThe prevalence of obesity has increased in recent years. However, individuals who are obese early in life have not been studied over time to...
Read MoreGERD Awareness Week is coming up November 21-27, 2010.
Read MoreAs reported from Medscape (11/4, Canavan) reported, "Two new tests that examine the gene signatures of peripheral blood mononuclear cells have...
Read MoreThe CBS Evening News (10/28, story 11, 1:00, Couric) reported that "a new test that may one day make screening for colon cancer a lot easier." At...
Read MoreGastroesophageal Reflux Disease or GERD is well-known to affect sleep patterns and an irregular sleep pattern can lead to poor performance in wake...
Read MoreEsophageal cancer rates have risen by 50% over the past 25 years in men in the United Kingdom, according to new figures released by Cancer Research...
Read MoreIf you are 50 or over or have a family history of colon cancer, you should be screened. African-Americans should be screened beginning at age 45....
Read MoreAs mentioned in our last blog post, a common but less frequently diagnosed form of reflux is what is known as laryngo-pharyngeal reflux, or LPR....
Read MoreMost people think of gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD as the classic symptoms of heartburn or regurgitation. Heartburn is often reported as...
Read MoreThe American College of Gastroenterology, based on two recent studies, is recommending patients split their colonoscopy preparation into two parts,...
Read MoreHave you ever wondered why some providers offices call so many times to remind you to schedule an appointment? Our office does this monthly, in...
Read MoreIf you are 50 or over or have a family history of colon cancer, you should be screened. African-Americans should be screened beginning at age 45....
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