Procedures for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Information regarding what to expect during procedures used to investigate digestive symptoms.
Diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Discussion of issues related to obtaining a diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, including gastroenterology specialists, routine medical tests, and specialized GI procedures.
Discussion of issues related to obtaining a diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, including gastroenterology specialists, routine medical tests, and specialized GI procedures.
Colonoscopy Overview
This article discusses the preparation for and administration of a colonoscopy.
This article discusses the preparation for and administration of a colonoscopy.
Sigmoidoscopy
Explanation of the procedure of sigmoidoscopy.
Explanation of the procedure of sigmoidoscopy.
Upper Endoscopy
Explanation of the procedure of upper endoscopy.
Explanation of the procedure of upper endoscopy.
Barium Enema
Description of how a barium enema is performed.
Description of how a barium enema is performed.
Upper GI Series
Describes the procedure involved in the upper GI and small bowel series.
Describes the procedure involved in the upper GI and small bowel series.
Is Your Doctor Right for You?
One of the most important aspects of IBS treatment is the doctor/patient relationship. Here are the questions you should ask to make sure that you are in good hands.
One of the most important aspects of IBS treatment is the doctor/patient relationship. Here are the questions you should ask to make sure that you are in good hands.
Red Flag Digestive Symptoms
When should you call your doctor about your severe digestive symptoms? Here is your guide to red-flag digestive symptoms.
When should you call your doctor about your severe digestive symptoms? Here is your guide to red-flag digestive symptoms.
Should my doctor run more tests?
Addresses concern about getting a definite diagnosis of IBS.
Addresses concern about getting a definite diagnosis of IBS.
Will I eventually need surgery for my IBS?
Information regarding IBS and surgery.
Information regarding IBS and surgery.
Should You Colon Cleanse?
Should you try a colon cleanse? Learn about the safety and effectiveness of colon cleansing products and colonic hydrotherapy (high colonics).
Should you try a colon cleanse? Learn about the safety and effectiveness of colon cleansing products and colonic hydrotherapy (high colonics).
Is Colon Hydrotherapy Safe?
Colon hydrotherapy has become a popular form of colon cleansing, but it is important to know if it is safe to undergo the procedure. This overview of colon hydrotherapy and safety issues can help you to make an informed decision as to whether or not it is right for you.
Colon hydrotherapy has become a popular form of colon cleansing, but it is important to know if it is safe to undergo the procedure. This overview of colon hydrotherapy and safety issues can help you to make an informed decision as to whether or not it is right for you.