Each year, about 70 million Americans suffer from digestive diseases. These disorders range from the occasional upset 胃 to potentially life-threatening 结肠直肠癌 — the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.
消化 disorders are actually quite common. It's estimated that up to 20% of the American population is affected by symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) 每周. 幸运的是, many digestive conditions are treatable, and even preventable through regular screenings. Always be sure to talk to your primary care physician about digestive health symptoms, even when they seem insignificant.
为什么亨德里克斯?
The highly skilled digestive health physicians and gastroenterology specialists of 太阳城集团官网导航中心 recognize the need for innovative and comprehensive digestive care aimed at evaluating, diagnosing and treating disorders of the esophagus, 胃, 小肠, colon and the pancreatic system.
We're committed to accurately diagnosing and providing effective therapies for a number of digestive health disorders. Our gastroenterologists employ a variety of trusted diagnostic methods for identifying conditions such as acid reflux/Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn's disease/ulcerative colitis, 结肠直肠癌, 胃炎, 消化性溃疡, inflammatory bowel disease, 腹部疝, 大肠憩室症, 胆结石, 胆囊疾病, 阑尾炎等等.
常见的症状
When it comes to digestive health disorders and diseases, many have similar symptoms. From 胸部疼痛 to bloating and fatigue, here are the most common:
- 胃灼热
- 胸部疼痛
- frequent diarrhea or constipation
- chronic indigestion or upset 胃
- 腹部疼痛
- 气胀气胀气过多或胀气
- 血腥的凳子上
- feeling full after only a small meal, or a "sticky" feeling in your throat
- 恶心或呕吐
- sudden unexplained weight gain or loss, or changes in appetite
- feeling sluggish or lethargic
If you experience any of these on an occasional or recurrent basis, call us at (317) 745-7310 安排评估.
消化系统的诊断
结肠镜检查
90% of 结肠直肠癌 deaths are preventable with regular screenings. If you're over the age of 45, a routine colonoscopy should be performed every 10 years to find and remove growths, 称为息肉, in the colon and/or rectum that could potentially become cancerous.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Suffering from a burning sensation in your throat or bothersome 胸部疼痛? Gastroesophageal reflux disease, also referred to as acid reflux, is caused when gastric acid from your 胃 flows back up into your food pipe or esophagus. Heartburn is the most common symptom of GERD.
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
This procedures involves an endoscope — a flexible, lighted tube with a camera — to examine the inside of the body through the mouth or anus. An Upper GI Endoscopy is performed to view the upper GI tract lining, which refers to your esophagus, 胃, and the first part of the small intestine. An Upper GI Endoscopy is performed to view and diagnose conditions within the large intestine (colon) and the end of the small intestine.
食管测试
An Esophageal Manometry and Esophageal pH Test can be administered to evaluate 胃灼热 or acid reflux in the esophagus. An esophageal manometry measures the functions of the valve that prevents reflux of gastric acid into the esophagus and esophageal muscles. An Esophageal PH Test measures the amount of acid that flows into the esophagus from your 胃 in a certain period of time.
病人的故事
Our award-winning team offers dedicated digestive services and a unique continuum of care to patients experiencing mild to severe acid reflux. Read our patient stories for a deeper dive into the Hendricks experience.