Riverside Gastroenterology

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What is gastritis?

Gastritis is not a single disease, but several different conditions that cause an inflammation of... Full Answer

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What is diverticulitis?

Diverticular disease affects the colon-part of the large intestine that removes waste from your... Full Answer

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What are the causes of primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC)?

The cause of primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) is unknown. Research suggests that the disease is an... Full Answer

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What is bile?

Bile is a fluid made by the liver and stored in the gallbladder. Bile is excreted into the small... Full Answer

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What causes lactose intolerance?

The cause of lactose intolerance is best explained by describing how a person develops lactase... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of lactose intolerance?

People with lactose intolerance may feel uncomfortable 30 minutes to two hours after consuming milk... Full Answer

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What is Barrett's esophagus?

Barrett esophagus is a condition in which the cells lining the lower part of the esophagus have... Full Answer

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How is lactose intolerance diagnosed?

Lactose intolerance can be hard to diagnose based on symptoms alone. People may think they suffer... Full Answer

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How is diverticulitis treated?

A doctor may prescribe antibiotics and recommend following a liquid diet. Most people get better... Full Answer

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What is lactose intolerance?

Lactose intolerance is the inability or insufficient ability to digest lactose, a sugar found in... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?

The most common symptoms are diarrhea and abdominal pain, usually on the left lower side of the... Full Answer

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