A gastrointestinal specialist is someone who specializes in the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract involves a pathway that starts at the mouth and ends at the anus. The organs within the gastrointestinal tract are those that function mostly for digestion. The most common organs within the digestive system are the esophagus, stomach, and intestines.  Ensuring […] The post 3 reasons to see a gastrointestinal specialist when you turn 45 appeared first on Troy Gastro ..read more

Digestion is a process that, when running smoothly, can help keep the rest of your body in good condition too. It’s an important component of your overall health. There are several different ways that the digestive system can be well maintained, and this can be helped with proper diet and exercise. What some people may […] The post The Benefits of Water for Digestion appeared first on Troy Gastro ..read more

An endoscopy is a procedure that is typically used to examine an individual’s digestive tract. It is a non-surgical procedure that involves a tube with a video camera attached to it, called an endoscope, that is used to examine the inside of a cavity in the body. An estimated 75 million endoscopies are performed each […] The post Do I Need an Endoscopy for Acid Reflux? appeared first on Troy Gastro ..read more

When it comes to the risk factors of esophageal cancer, they fall into two familiar categories: Risks you can avoid, and risk you likely cannot control. The post Managing Risk with Esophageal Cancer: What You Can Avoid…And What to Watch Out For appeared first on Troy Gastro ..read more

Most people have stomach problems occasionally. Usually, it’s due to an infection or a virus and the discomfort is short-lived. But for those living with inflammatory bowel disease, the painful flare-ups can be a life-long struggle. It can quite literally affect every aspect of their lives. IBD is chronic, but it is also unpredictable. This […] The post Living with IBD – Tips for Managing Your Symptoms appeared first on Troy Gastro ..read more

What is Esophageal Cancer? Facts, Symptoms & Treatment Esophageal cancer, though relatively rare, is a serious condition that affects the esophagus, the muscular tube that connects the throat to the stomach. It is estimated that around 18,000 new cases of esophageal cancer are diagnosed in the United States each year. While it is still considered […] The post What is Esophageal Cancer? Facts, Symptoms & Treatment appeared first on Troy Gastro ..read more

Dread. Fear. Embarrassment. These are emotions so commonly associated with colonoscopy. But why? Like a local legend involving cryptoids or haunted houses, the anxiety over having a colonoscopy has taken on a life of its own, growing in size and hyperbole like a snowball rolling downhill, with each unsubstantiated claim adding to the lore. The […] The post Demystifying the Colonoscopy: What Should I Expect? appeared first on Troy Gastro ..read more

A new report released by the American Cancer Society in March 2023 shows that a diagnosis of colorectal cancer is shifting to a younger population, and the cancer is often later-stage. Of people that are newly diagnosed, 20% are under the age of 55. In addition, nearly 60% of patients are also being diagnosed with more advanced […] The post Colon Cancer Rates Are Rising in Younger People appeared first on Troy Gastro ..read more

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and the Center for Digestive Health is raising awareness about the importance of colorectal health. Colorectal Cancer is the third most common cancer in the US, with over 150,000 people expected to be diagnosed in 2023. However, with proper screening beginning at age 45, it is one of the most curable forms of cancer. Early detection and treatment remain critical to survivability, with early detection due to screening reducing the incidence of Colorectal Cancer by 89% and carrying a 91% survivability rate. Despite this, too many Americans are not foll ..read more

With March being Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the Center for Digestive Health is providing people with helpful insight regarding colorectal health, including understanding colonoscopies, who should be screened and why, Colorectal Cancer risk and treatment, and more. Once you reach your mid-40s, like many Americans, the youthful myth of immortality has waned precipitously. As a […] The post Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Who Should be Tested and How Often? appeared first on Troy Gastro ..read more