What does your gastro health say about you?
Maintaining the health of your gastrointestinal tract is very important. Your digestive tract is responsible for processing and breaking down the majority of the food and water that enters and exits through your body. It’s the basis of your overall health. When the...
Increased parenchymal echogenicity at last ultrasound: What does it mean?
When your doctor sends you to get an ultrasound of your liver, they are checking for red flags to make sure that nothing is wrong with your liver. What kinds of red flags? Well, using an ultrasound, your doctor can look for cysts in your liver that may be causing you...
Can ulcers affect bowel movements?
An ulcer is a sore that can develop in a few different areas inside the body. Most ulcers occur in the esophagus, the stomach and even in some cases the intestines. They happen when the acid from your stomach deteriorates the lining in any of these areas. Peptic...
Does an endoscopy diagnose celiac disease?
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that causes a reaction to gluten. It often involves inflammation of the intestinal lining, bloating and diarrhea. It can also prevent the proper absorption of nutrients into the body. If your doctor suspects you have celiac...