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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis | Susquehanna Gastroenterology

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Colon Polyps and Cancer. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. To understand diverticulitis, it is helpful to know about the anatomy and function of the intestine. The small intestine is the long, thin segment of bowel that begins at the stomach and ends at the large intestine or colon. 8211; At times, bleeding can occur from a ruptured blood vessel in diverticula. This may produce a gush of blood from the rectum or, occasionally, darker, m...

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Hemorrhoids | Susquehanna Gastroenterology

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Colon Polyps and Cancer. Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lower rectum and anus. The anus is at the end of the rectum and is the opening through which bowel movements pass from your body. Hemorrhoids are a common problem, affecting about 40 percent of Americans. Another name for them is piles. How do they occur? What are the symptoms? How are they treated? Drink plenty of water. This helps to soften bowel movements so they are easi...

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Esophagitis and Stricture | Susquehanna Gastroenterology

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Colon Polyps and Cancer. The esophagus is the food tube, or gullet, that carries food and liquid from the mouth to the stomach. The stomach churns the food and secretes a strong acid that aids in digestion. Fried or fatty foods. Citrus fruits and juices. Does a Hiatal Hernia Cause Esophagitis? Are There Other Causes of Esophagitis? Certain infections, such as a fungus infection (Monilia, Candida) and viruses, can occur in the esophagus and...

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Colonoscopy | Susquehanna Gastroenterology

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Colon Polyps and Cancer. The flexible colonoscope is a remarkable piece of equipment that can be directed and moved around the many bends in the colon. The original purely fiberoptic instrument has a flexible bundle of glass fibers that collects the lighted image at one end and transfers the image to the eye piece. Currently used are video endoscopes that have a tiny, optically sensitive computer chip at the end. Reasons for the Exam.

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Diarrhea | Susquehanna Gastroenterology

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Colon Polyps and Cancer. Everyone has diarrhea at one time or another. We all have our own idea of exactly what diarrhea is. Is it one liquid stool each day? Is it several soft, semi formed stools each day? Or is it frequent, watery stools throughout the day and even the night? There are many causes of diarrhea. Food Most people have certain foods that may cause diarrhea. For hot pepper lovers (the chemical in it is called capsaicin), ...

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Colon Polyps and Cancer | Susquehanna Gastroenterology

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Colon Polyps and Cancer. Colon Polyps and Cancer. Colon Polyps and Cancer. Cancer of the colon is a major health problem in the United States. It ranks as a leading form of cancer, along with lung and breast cancer. Importantly, colon cancer is also one of the most curable forms of cancer. When detected early, more than 90 percent of patients can be cured. What is a Colon Polyp? Why Do Colon Polyps/Cancer Form? There are literally thousand...

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Heartburn and Reflux | Susquehanna Gastroenterology

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Colon Polyps and Cancer. Everyone has heartburn occasionally. This occurs when stomach acid flows upward (regurgitates) into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that carries food to the stomach. People usually feel heartburn as a busing sensation or pain behind the breastbone. Often, regurgitation of bitter-tasting stomach acid accompanies heartburn. An antacid or milk temporarily relieves heartburn for most people. The patient drinks...

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis | Susquehanna Gastroenterology

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Colon Polyps and Cancer. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. To understand diverticulitis, it is helpful to know about the anatomy and function of the intestine. The small intestine is the long, thin segment of bowel that begins at the stomach and ends at the large intestine or colon. 8211; At times, bleeding can occur from a ruptured blood vessel in diverticula. This may produce a gush of blood from the rectum or, occasionally, darker, m...

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Flexible Sigmoidoscopy | Susquehanna Gastroenterology

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Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis. Colon Polyps and Cancer. The flexible endoscope is a remarkable piece of equipment that can be directed and moved around the bends in the lower colon and rectum. The image in the bowel is transmitted through the endoscope either to the eyepiece or a video screen. An open channel in the scope allows other instruments to be passed through it to take tissue samples (biopsies) or to remove polyps. Reasons for the Exam. 8211; Hemorrhoids and fi...