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Mitchell Lichtenstein

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Dr. Mitchell Lichtenstein works for NorthShore University HeathSystem Division of Gastroenterology. He earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois- Chicago, where he also completed his fellowhsip training. Dr. Lichtenstein went on to finish an internship and his residency at Lutheran General Hospital. He is board certified in both gastroenterology and internal medicine. Dr. Lichtenstein's expertise is in general gastroenterology, capsule endoscopy, IRC hemorrhoid treatment, and treatment of Hepatitis B and C.

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Gastroenterology:
    Endoscopes Not Always Cleaned Properly: Study

    THURSDAY, June 13 (HealthDay News) -- Three of every 20 flexible endoscopes used to examine patients' gastrointestinal tracts and colons were improperly cleaned, a new study finds.

    Those 15 percent of endoscopes had unacceptable levels of "bio dirt" -- cells and matter from a patient's bo...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Gastroenterology:
    Endoscopes Not Always Cleaned Properly: Study

    THURSDAY, June 13 (HealthDay News) -- Three of every 20 flexible endoscopes used to examine patients' gastrointestinal tracts and colons were improperly cleaned, a new study finds.

    Those 15 percent of endoscopes had unacceptable levels of "bio dirt" -- cells and matter from a patient's bo...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Gastroenterology:
    Delaying Colonoscopy Puts Man in Grave Danger

    THURSDAY, May 30 (HealthDay News) -- Like most people, Wisconsin resident Bruce Winkler dreaded the thought of having a colonoscopy.

    He figured that because it's recommended that people get their first colonoscopy at age 50, he could easily put off the procedure for a few years. "No one ...Full Article

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    Prepping for a Colonoscopy: Why It's a Necessary Evil

    THURSDAY, May 30 (HealthDay News) -- Let's face it: the very mention of the word "colonoscopy" is enough to make many people shudder, at least a bit. But, colonoscopy is an extremely effective cancer screening tool, and it's the only cancer screening that can actually prevent cancer from developi...Full Article

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    Chronic Heartburn May Raise Odds for Throat Cancer: Study

    THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- People who suffer from frequent heartburn may be at increased risk for cancers of the throat and vocal cords even if they don't smoke or drink alcohol, a new study says.

    Interestingly, common over-the-counter antacids seemed to protect against these ca...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Gastroenterology:
    New Device May Show Doctors More of the Colon

    SATURDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- A new device that gives doctors a better view during colonoscopies may help them miss fewer suspicious growths during those exams, a new study shows.

    Colonoscopies are the recommended screening tests for colorectal cancer, which is the second leading c...Full Article

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    Study Links Coffee to Lower Risk for Rare Liver Disease

    SATURDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- Just a few extra cups of coffee each month might help prevent the development of an autoimmune liver disease known as primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), a new study suggests.

    Investigators from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., found that drinkin...Full Article

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    Simponi Approved for Ulcerative Colitis

    WEDNESDAY, May 15 (HealthDay News) -- Simponi (golimumab) injection has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat adults with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis.

    The drug is designed to block tumor necrosis factor, which has a key role in causing abnormal inflamma...Full Article

  • Mitchell Lichtenstein
    Mitchell Lichtenstein of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How can food affect symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?
    Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms can occur regardless of what you're eating. However, if certain foods precipitate symptoms, these need to be avoided. Patients can develop sensitivities to specific foods. It is a good idea to first rule out lactose intolerance, gluten sensitivity (celiac...  Full Post
  • Mitchell Lichtenstein
    Mitchell Lichtenstein of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) diagnosed?
    The diagnosis is usually made based on historical symptoms and ruling out other gastrointestinal disorders. Symptoms of alternating constipation/diarrhea are usually primarily constipation with eventual passage of substantial amounts of stool from the colon, and cramping and bloating.  Full Post
  • Mitchell Lichtenstein
    Mitchell Lichtenstein of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) treated?
    The treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) depends on the predominant symptom, diarrhea or constipation. For diarrhea, anti-diarrhea agents (Imodium, Lomotil, Questran) are prescribed; for constipation, Miralax or Amitiza are prescribed; and for abdominal cramping anti-spasmotics (Bentyl,...  Full Post