Hemorrhoids FAQ
Most of us have experienced the itching, pain, and difficulty sitting that hemorrhoids can cause. Since this is one of the most common symptoms Gastroenterologists (also called GI doctors) see patients for, I wanted to [...]
2019 Colon Cancer Awareness Month
As you begin to notice the blue colorectal cancer awareness ribbons this March, I wanted to emphasize that this awareness campaign could be life-saving for yourself or a loved one. When detected in its’ early [...]
Colon Cancer FAQs
I wanted to help promote colon cancer awareness month by answering some of top Colon Cancer FAQs I found online. I’ve chosen 20 of the questions and hope that this information further educates anyone interested [...]
2017 Colon Cancer Awareness
“Each March we are reminded of promoting the importance of getting screened for colon cancer. Last year I focused my Colon Cancer awareness message on some of the important colon cancer facts and described who should [...]
Blood in Toilet – Should I see a Doctor?
Since I’ve received so many questions on my previous blog article on having blood in stool or toilet, I have decided to provide an updated blog post on this topic and answer some the [...]
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
IBS Awareness In April 2012, I wrote a blog article titled “IBS – Is it really all BS?”. I provided an overview of three schools of thought on treating IBS at that time. Fast forward [...]
2016 Colon Cancer Awareness
“With March being colon cancer awareness month, I wanted to help promote the awareness of the importance of colon cancer screening. As a gastroenterologist in Plano, TX my staff and I continually educate patients on [...]
Atrantil – Can it help Your Bloating and Abdominal Discomfort?
What is Atrantil? Atrantil is a nutraceutical developed to relieve the symptoms of bloating, abdominal discomfort and in some instances constipation. As a gastroenterologist in Plano TX, I see several people every day that suffer [...]
Colon Cancer Awareness March 2015
Colon Cancer Awareness 2015 March is just around the corner and with it comes Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer, which is cancer of the colon or rectum, is the second leading cause of cancer [...]
Can a Donut cause Colon Cancer?
According to the National Cancer Institute, colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. One theory as to why is that we consume a diet high in carbohydrates. Understanding how [...]