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This procedure is used to visualize the rectum and lower part of the large intestine with a long thin flexible tube with a light and camera on it. Flexible sigmoidoscopy can be performed for a variety of reasons, including bleeding or a change in bowel habits. Patients typically prepare by taking several

GERD is a condition where stomach contents flow abnormally back into the esophagus. Common symptoms include heartburn (burning in the chest) and regurgitation. Risk factors for developing GERD include pregnancy, obesity, smoking, and the presence of a hiatal hernia. Treatment options can include dietary

The gallbladder is an organ that stores bile, which is a fluid involved with digestion. Sometimes, substances in the bile can harden to form gallstones. Most people with gallstones do not have any symptoms. Some patients can develop symptoms from gallstones, which include abdominal pain, nausea, and

Gastroparesis is a disease where the stomach empties its contents slower than expected, in the absence of obstruction (blockage). The exact cause is unknown but risk factors for developing gastroparesis include certain abdominal surgeries, diabetes, some medications, and previous infections involving

H pylori is a very common bacteria that infects the lining of the stomach. The infection itself may not cause symptoms but can lead to inflammation of the stomach, or ulcers in the stomach or small intestine. It is also a risk factor for the development of stomach cancer. H pylori can be diagnosed by

Hemochromatosis occurs when too much iron is absorbed from the diet and results in excessive iron accumulation in multiple organs including the skin, liver, heart, pancreas, and joints. This excessive accumulation can lead to organ damage. Complications can include the development of cirrhosis, heart