What Is Lynch Syndrome? Lynch syndrome, sometimes called HNPCC (hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer), is a genetic disorder that increases your risk of developing colon cancer and several other types of cancers. While there are several genetic disorders that can increase…
Are you 45 or older? Do you have a family history of colon cancer or any of its potential symptoms? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, then you should be getting a colon cancer screening arranged…
The “gluten-free” trend is a popular buzz phrase over the past few years to make people think a particular food is healtheir for them. The colonoscopy doctors at our Dallas gastroenterology practice, Digestive Health Centers, are skeptical about the information…
Do you feel sluggish? Have brain fog? Are your aches and pains getting out of control? It could be due to your diet, which can lead to an imbalance in your gut bacteria. Studies have shown that the gut microbiome…
How do you know if you should see a GI doctor in Dallas? Read on to find out what the 4 signs are to help you decide it might be time to make an appointment at the Digestive Health Centers…
Colorectal Cancer Screening Without Health Insurance in DFW For residents of Dallas, Plano, Bedford, North Richland Hills, Allen, and surrounding areas, the Digestive Health Associates and Dallas Endoscopy Center are your local resources for colorectal cancer screenings without insurance. Here,…
Recognize the Signs of Rectal Cancer Your rectum, the final segment of your large intestine, plays a vital role in digestion and waste elimination. Unfortunately, it’s also susceptible to a form of cancer called rectal cancer, often grouped with colon…
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in your lower rectum, similar to varicose veins in the legs. The causes of hemorrhoids can be from increased pressure, whether caused by pregnancy or straining during bowel movements. They are actually very common, but they…
Your abdomen is a large section of your body that generally refers to the area below your ribs and above your pelvis. Since you have about a dozen different organs residing in your abdomen, the location of your abdominal pain…
What Is an Upper Endoscopy? If your doctor has recommended an Esophagogastroduodenoscopy a.k.a. an EGD procedure or upper endoscopy, you most likely suffer from symptoms that can be treated or diagnosed during the procedure. Gastroenterologists can use an EGD to…
