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4 Signs You Need Medical Intervention to Support Your Weight Loss

November 8, 2021
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And will it work for you? Visit our website to find out more! It is no news that excessive weight gain comes with a lot of health complications that can be fatal in the long run. While there are several ways of dealing with excessive weight gain, these methods don’t always work for everyone. Usually,…

4 More Reasons People Choose Orbera Weight Loss System

November 8, 2021
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And why it is the ideal weight loss system Visit our website to find out more! Maintaining a healthy body weight is important for everyone for so many reasons. While this is not any new information, the process of losing weight is often daunting for many people. The dedication and sacrifices needed are often not…

4 Reasons People Choose Orbera Weight Loss System

November 4, 2021
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4 Reasons People Choose Orbera Weight Loss System Begin Your Weight Loss Journey With Obera! Get Started Today   Orbera is the world’s number 1 Intragastric balloon weight loss program. It has proven to reduce 3.1 times more weight than just exercise and diet alone. Patients are also given the right guidelines and support to…

Understanding Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

June 1, 2020
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Acid reflux is a very common occurrence. Many people experience this from time to time, and it generally brings no other side effects besides mild discomfort. However, chronic and persistent instances of acid reflux can point to gastroesophageal reflux disease, in which discomfort and irritation become common. In this post, we will be going over…

Understanding Lactose Intolerance

December 16, 2019
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Have you been feeling off after eating certain foods? Are common food items such as milk and cheese causing discomfort that is hard to discuss or reveal to others? If this has become a persistent issue, chances are that you could have a lactose intolerance issue. Read on to learn more about lactose intolerance and…

Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome

November 11, 2019
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Lately, you’ve been feeling a little off. It isn’t noticeable to the outside world, but you are noticing it personally throughout daily activities. Because this has been going on for a long time, you realize that something is wrong and won’t just subside on its own. If this is resonating with you, there is a…

Understanding Flexible Sigmoidoscopy

August 21, 2017
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What is flexible sigmoidoscopy? Flexible sigmoidoscopy lets your doctor examine the lining of the rectum and a portion of the colon (large intestine) by inserting a flexible tube about the thickness of your finger into the anus and slowly advancing it into the rectum and lower part of the colon. What preparation is required? Your…

Understanding Colon Polyps and Their Treatment

August 21, 2017
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What is a colon polyp? Polyps are benign growths (noncancerous tumors or neoplasms) involving the lining of the bowel. They can occur in several locations in the gastrointestinal tract but are most common in the colon. They vary in size from less than a quarter of an inch to several inches in diameter. They look…

Understanding Esophageal Dilation

August 21, 2017
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What is esophageal dilation? Esophageal dilation is a procedure that allows your doctor to dilate, or stretch, a narrowed area of your esophagus [swallowing tube]. Doctors can use various techniques for this procedure. Your doctor might perform the procedure as part of a sedated endoscopy. Alternatively, your doctor might apply a local anesthetic spray to…

Understanding Capsule Endoscopy

August 21, 2017
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What is capsule endoscopy? Capsule endoscopy lets your doctor examine the lining of the middle part of your gastrointestinal tract, which includes the three portions of the small intestine (duodenum, jejunum and ileum). Your doctor will give you a pill-sized video camera for you to swallow. This camera has its own light source and takes…

Understanding Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

August 21, 2017
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What is a PEG? PEG stands for percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, a procedure in which a flexible feeding tube is placed through the abdominal wall and into the stomach. PEG allows nutrition, fluids and/or medications to be put directly into the stomach, bypassing the mouth and esophagus. This brochure will give you a basic understanding of…

Ensuring the Safety of Your Endoscopic Procedure

August 21, 2017
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The Benefits of Endoscopy Endoscopy involves the use of flexible tubes, known as endoscopes, to provide a close-up, color television view of the inside of the digestive tract. Upper endoscopes are passed through the mouth to visualize the esophagus (food pipe), stomach, and duodenum (first portion of the small intestine), while lower endoscopes (colonoscopes) are…

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