At Jackson County Gastroenterology, we are committed to providing the highest quality of care, while fostering an atmosphere of mutual trust, respect and understanding between our providers and our patients. We have assembled an outstanding team of board certified providers and quality staff, who shar...
Since Jackson Siegelbaum Gastroenterology formed in 1974, our philosophy has always been to focus on the patient first by providing physical and emotional comfort, and striving for the best possible health outcomes. As an independent practice, we have the unique ability to advocate passionately for ...
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Some things you never outgrow–like your need for healthful eating. Good nutrition is important at every stage of life, from infancy through late adulthood. The basics of a balanced diet remain the same but individual nutritional needs change as you grow older. No matter what your age, it is...
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This tough looking word, pronounced gas-tro-par-EES-is, is simple enough in its meaning. Gastro means stomach. Paresis means weakness. Gastroparesis is a weak stomach. This condition is common. It can be the cause of a number of abdominal complaints. Whi
To understand diverticulosis, it is helpful to know about the anatomy and function of the intestine. The small intestine is the long, thin segment of bowel that begins at the stomach and ends at the large intestine or colon. The colon starts in the right
Were I still in gastroenterology practice, I would recommend that ulcerative colitis patients follow the guidelines in the first part of this section. Additionally, I would consider: Reduce sulfur-containing foods in the diet, especially red meat, cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sp...
The full liquid diet is often used as a step between a clear liquid diet and a regular diet, for example, after surgery or fasting. It may also be used after certain procedures, such as jaw wiring. This diet may also be appropriate for patients who have swallowing and chewing problems. ...
Probiotics are a relatively new field in nutrition and in our specialty of gastroenterology. A probiotic is one or more bacteria that most often you take in a pill or dairy product form. It is hoped that they take up residence in the human colon, compete