A peptic ulcer is an open sore that develops on the inner lining of your stomach and the upper portion of your small intestine. They can include a gastric ulcer on the inside of the stomach and duodenal ulcers that develop on the inside of your small intestine. It is important that if you experience…
Anyone can get sick from food poisoning. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in six Americans gets sick from foodborne illness. Whether you experience a mild discomfort (i.e. upset stomach) or require a trip to the hospital depends on how strong your immune system is. For more information on combatting…
Pancreatitis is a medical condition that is the result of the presence of active digestive enzymes inside pancreas. The pancreas produces enzymes as part of the body’s natural digestive process, but they are not supposed to become active while inside the pancreas. This is when chronic inflammation of the pancreas can occur, which can be…
The composition of some unhealthy foods makes them difficult to digest and it can cause unpleasant symptoms of bloating, cramps, diarrhea, or upset stomach. Below is a list of foods to avoid when you’re having digestive problems. For more eating tips and gastrointestinal treatments, allow Dr. Siamak to answer any questions you may have. As…
What is Gastrointestinal Bleeding? Gastrointestinal bleeding, or GI bleeding, can happen in virtually any area of the digestive tract. It can occur in the stomach, esophagus, intestines, anus, or rectum. However, the bleeding is not easily noticed. It may start suddenly and only last a short while, or happen more than once and frequently. Causes…