Many people search online after a confusing test result, a new symptom or a reminder that they are due for screening. These articles are written to answer those questions in plain language, explain what usually happens next, and help you know when it is time to see a GI doctor.
Each article follows national guidance from groups such as the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Cancer Society and the National Institutes of Health, and lists its sources at the end. They are written for adults across Los Angeles County and are also available in Spanish.
These articles are general education, not medical advice for any one person. Your situation may be different. For advice about your own health, request an appointment or call the office at (424) 281-7392. If you think you are having a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
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- Colorectal cancer screening and surveillanceWhich test fits you, when to start and how often to repeat it
- ColonoscopyWhat happens before, during and after the exam
- Upper endoscopy (EGD)A look at the esophagus, stomach and first part of the small intestine
- Acid reflux and GERDHeartburn, regurgitation and when reflux needs more than antacids
- Fatty liver diseaseWhat MASLD is, how scarring is checked and what helps
- Irritable bowel syndromeBelly pain with changes in bowel habits
- Rectal bleedingCommon causes and when to be seen quickly
- Medical weight managementA doctor-guided plan for weight and digestive health
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