The Center for Digestive Medicine Discusses Common Ailments Treated by Gastroenterology
MIAMI, August 30, 2018 (Newswire.com) - The Center for Digestive Medicine discusses common ailments that can be treated through the specialty of gastroenterology.
1. Acid Reflux
Acid Reflux is a common ailment that occurs when acid in the stomach enters the esophagus and burns it. This disorder can be stressful; symptoms may include severe heartburn, pain in the chest, or have difficulty breathing.
In gastroenterology, acid reflux is treated by Endoscopy. In the procedure, the doctor inserts an endoscope (a flexible tube equipped with a camera and a light) through the mouth of the patient and into the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine.
Endoscopy is an excellent way to diagnose the causes of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) or Acid Reflux for short.
2. Stomach Ulcers
Stomach ulcers often exhibit as pain or tingling in the stomach. If one suspects the formation of a stomach ulcer, it is advisable to see a gastroenterologist right away. Ulcers are breaks in the lining in the parts of the upper gut that are exposed to stomach acid. Stomach ulcers are also diagnosable by having an upper endoscopy procedure.
Medication is often needed to heal an ulcer. This includes drugs such as antibiotics, acid suppressants, or cytoprotective agents. If these remedies do not solve the issue, it is possible that the ulcer is symptomatic of a deeper issue, such as Crohn's Disease or Zollinger-Ellison syndrome - disorders that a gastroenterologist will be able to treat.
3. Abdominal Cramps
Cramps can have a variety of causes and often do not begin in the stomach. Symptoms range from prolonged gas to difficulty swallowing can indicate more serious symptoms. A gastroenterologist can schedule a colonoscopy or an equivalent cancer screening procedure. If you're over 45 and haven't been tested for cancer, make an appointment at The Center for Digestive Medicine - it could just save your life.
About the Center for Digestive Medicine: The Center for Digestive Medicine is the premier gastroenterology and hepatology (liver disease) practice serving the Miami-Dade, Florida area that comprises three physicians and three ARNP’s with a clinic and an Office-based endoscopy center within the same location for your convenience. Our providers utilize the most advanced equipment, current techniques, and medications to treat all aspects of gastroenterology related diseases including but not limited to: colon cancer screening, treatment of disease of the liver and pancreas, management of GERD, inflammatory bowel syndromes such as Chron's and ulcerative colitis, and irritable bowel syndrome. The Center for Digestive Medicine is perfect for those looking for a gastroenterologist in South Miami.
Source: The Center for Digestive Medicine