--- title: Dr. Starpoli blog on GI disorders | Anthony A. Starpoli, MD (4) description: Dr. Starpoli blog about acid reflux, heartburn,GERD, stomach pain, hemorrhoids, colon cancer and bleeding (4) --- [![Header Logo](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GVG_Deep%20Blue.png?width=194&height=96&name=GVG_Deep%20Blue.png "Header Logo")](https://www.starpoli.com) - [Reflux / Heartburn](https://www.starpoli.com/reflux-gerd-heartburn) - [Acid Reflux / Heartburn](https://www.starpoli.com/heartburn) - [GERDX](https://www.starpoli.com/gerdx) - [The EsophyX TIF Procedure](https://www.starpoli.com/esophyx) - [Stretta](https://www.starpoli.com/stretta) - [GERD Treatment Options](https://www.starpoli.com/gerd-options) - [BARRX Ablation Procedure](https://www.starpoli.com/treating-barretts-esophagus-0) - [Treating Barrett's Esophagus](https://www.starpoli.com/treating-barretts-esophagus) - [Abdominal Pain](https://www.starpoli.com/helio) - [Gastritis / Helicobacter Pylori](https://www.starpoli.com/helio) - [Peptic Ulcer Disease](https://www.starpoli.com/peptic) - [IBS / Constipation](https://www.starpoli.com/irritable-bowel-syndrome-nyc) - [Irritable Bowel Syndrome](https://www.starpoli.com/irritable-bowel-syndrome-nyc) - [Constipation](https://www.starpoli.com/constip) - [Lactose Intolerance](https://www.starpoli.com/lactose) - [Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)](https://www.starpoli.com/bacterial) - [Fecal Incontinence and Solesta](https://www.starpoli.com/fecal-incontinence-and-solesta) - [Probiotic Supplements](https://www.starpoli.com/probiotics) - [Hemorrhoids](https://www.starpoli.com/hemorrhoids) - [Hemorrhoids / CRH Hemorrhoidal Banding](https://www.starpoli.com/hemorrhoids) - [Infrared Coagulation](https://www.starpoli.com/hemorrhoids) - [Colitis](https://www.starpoli.com/colitis) - [Colon Polyps & Cancer](https://www.starpoli.com/colon) - [Liver Disorders (e.g. Hepatitis)](https://www.starpoli.com/hepatis) - [Weight Loss](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [Overweight Facts](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [Intragastric Balloons for Weight Control](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [Gastric Bypass Failure - Revision & Repair](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [Nutritional & Behavioral Weight Management](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [BMI Calculator](https://www.starpoli.com/obesity-0/bmi-calculator) - Procedures - [GERDX](https://www.starpoli.com/gerdx) - [The EsophyX TIF Procedure](https://www.starpoli.com/esophyx) - [Stretta](https://www.starpoli.com/stretta) - [Stomach Balloons for Obesity](https://www.starpoli.com/obesity-balloons) - [Endoscopic Suturing for Obesity](https://www.starpoli.com/esg) - [CRH Hemorrhoidal Banding](https://www.starpoli.com/roids-0) - [Colonoscopy](https://www.starpoli.com/procedures/colonoscopy) - [Upper Endoscopy](https://www.starpoli.com/procedures/upper-endoscopy) - [BARRX Ablation Procedure](https://www.starpoli.com/treating-barretts-esophagus-0-0) - [Radiation Change Therapy](https://www.starpoli.com/radiation) - [Infrared Coagulation](https://www.starpoli.com/roids-0) - Aesthetics - [Medical Body Shaping of the Hudson Valley](https://www.hvbodyshaping.com) - Store and media - [Health Supplements & More](https://www.starpoli.com/supplements) - [Dr. Radio](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/dr-radio) - [In the News](https://www.starpoli.com/files-links) - [Video Forum](https://www.starpoli.com/forum) - [Dr. Starpoli's Blog](https://www.starpoli.com/blog) # Dr. Starpoli's Blog - [GERD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/gerd) - [Reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/reflux) - [colon cancer](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/colon-cancer) - [atypical reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/atypical-reflux) - [colon polyps](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/colon-polyps) - [dietary suggestions](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/dietary-suggestions) - [EsophyX](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/esophyx) - [Obesity](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/obesity) [![inicisionless-endoscopic-therapy-for-obesity](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/weight-loss_pic_1.jpg?width=476&height=549&name=weight-loss_pic_1.jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/inicisionless-endoscopic-therapy-for-obesity) [Inicisionless, Endoscopic Therapy for Obesity](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/inicisionless-endoscopic-therapy-for-obesity) ** March, 12 2014 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) Americans who suffer from either being obese or have gastrointestinal issues can now undergo an incisionless surgical procedure that will control or... [Read More Inicisionless, Endoscopic Therapy for Obesity** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/inicisionless-endoscopic-therapy-for-obesity) [![colon-cancer-prevention](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hub/47367/file-573070520.jpg?width=476&height=549&name=file-573070520.jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/colon-cancer-prevention) [Colon Cancer Prevention](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/colon-cancer-prevention) ** March, 10 2014 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) Colon cancer is presently a squeezing concern within the Joined together States. Be that as it may, not at all like most cancer afflictions, the... [Read More Colon Cancer Prevention** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/colon-cancer-prevention) [![colon-cancer-detection-what-you-have-to-do](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/colon_cancer-resized-600_1.png?width=476&height=549&name=colon_cancer-resized-600_1.png) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/colon-cancer-detection) [Colon Cancer Detection: What You have to Do](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/colon-cancer-detection) ** March, 7 2014 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) Also 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 More Colon Cancer Detection: What You have to Do** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/colon-cancer-detection) [![gerd-causes-and-new-treatments](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/document12%20(4)_1%20(1).jpg?width=476&height=549&name=document12%20(4)_1%20(1).jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/gerd-causes-and-treatment-ezine-articles) [GERD - Causes and New Treatments](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/gerd-causes-and-treatment-ezine-articles) ** March, 1 2014 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, better known as GERD, is a common and painful condition of the esophagus that can potentially affect anyone. This... [Read More GERD - Causes and New Treatments** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/gerd-causes-and-treatment-ezine-articles) [![eating-habits-and-obesity](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/mp900410155_1-1%20(1).jpg?width=476&height=549&name=mp900410155_1-1%20(1).jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/today-s-obese-eating-habits-ezine-articles) [Eating Habits and Obesity](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/today-s-obese-eating-habits-ezine-articles) ** February, 26 2014 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) Obesity 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 More Eating Habits and Obesity** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/today-s-obese-eating-habits-ezine-articles) [![silent-acid-reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/file-14342629-jpg/images/Pic_11.jpg?width=476&height=549&name=Pic_11.jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/silent-acid-reflux-ezine-articles) [Silent Acid Reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/silent-acid-reflux-ezine-articles) ** February, 20 2014 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) Silent 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 More Silent Acid Reflux** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/silent-acid-reflux-ezine-articles) [![diet-can-help-heal-chronic-anal-fissures](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/mp9004280191-resized-600_1.png?width=476&height=549&name=mp9004280191-resized-600_1.png) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/bid/97387/diet-can-help-heal-chronic-anal-fissures) [Diet Can Help Heal Chronic Anal Fissures](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/bid/97387/diet-can-help-heal-chronic-anal-fissures) ** May, 22 2013 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) As published in Reuters Health News, diet may help heal anal fissures. [Read More Diet Can Help Heal Chronic Anal Fissures** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/bid/97387/diet-can-help-heal-chronic-anal-fissures) [![which-wines-are-better-choices-if-i-have-acid-reflux-or-gerd](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/file-14341797-jpg/images/doc2.jpg?width=476&height=549&name=doc2.jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/bid/57281/which-wines-are-better-choices-if-i-have-acid-reflux-gerd) [Which wines are better choices if I have acid reflux or GERD?](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/bid/57281/which-wines-are-better-choices-if-i-have-acid-reflux-gerd) ** February, 23 2011 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) If 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 More Which wines are better choices if I have acid reflux or GERD?** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/bid/57281/which-wines-are-better-choices-if-i-have-acid-reflux-gerd) [![obesity-in-adolescents-leads-to-adult-obesity-a-risk-factor-for-gerd](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/file-14342629-jpg/images/pic_11.jpg?width=476&height=549&name=pic_11.jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/bid/51196/obesity-in-adolescents-leads-to-adult-obesity-a-risk-factor-for-gerd) [Obesity in Adolescents Leads to Adult Obesity: A Risk Factor for GERD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/bid/51196/obesity-in-adolescents-leads-to-adult-obesity-a-risk-factor-for-gerd) ** November, 21 2010 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) The prevalence of obesity has increased in recent years. However, individuals who are obese early in life have not been studied over time to... 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