EDITORIAL HUB
Patient Education
Educational resources published for patients. They do not replace advice from a qualified clinician.
GERD vs. Occasional Heartburn: Understanding the Difference
Learn how occasional heartburn differs from recurring reflux symptoms, what patterns to discuss with a clinician, and when urgent symptoms need prompt care.
Read article →IBS vs. IBD: Understanding the Differences
Understand how irritable bowel syndrome differs from inflammatory bowel disease, what symptoms to discuss with a clinician, and when to seek urgent care.
Read article →What Are Colon Polyps? What Patients Should Know
Learn what colon polyps are, why they may be removed or monitored, what symptoms to report, and how a clinician can guide follow-up.
Read article →What to Expect During a Colonoscopy
Learn what a colonoscopy may involve, how to prepare safely using your care team's instructions, what recovery can be like, and which questions to ask.
Read article →Upper Endoscopy (EGD): What to Expect
Learn what an upper endoscopy, also called an EGD, may involve, how to prepare using your care team's instructions, and what to ask about recovery and results.
Read article →Capsule Endoscopy: What It Is and How It Differs From Other Tests
Learn what small bowel capsule endoscopy is, why it may be discussed, how it differs from EGD and colonoscopy, and what questions to ask your care team.
Read article →ERCP vs. EUS: Understanding Two Specialized Endoscopic Procedures
Learn the difference between ERCP and EUS, why a clinician may discuss one or both procedures, and what questions to ask your care team.
Read article →Pancreatitis Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Care
Learn about common pancreatitis symptoms, why sudden severe symptoms need prompt medical evaluation, and what information to share with a clinician.
Read article →Understanding Fatty Liver Disease: A Patient Guide
Learn what fatty liver disease means, why it can be quiet, how clinicians evaluate liver concerns, and when to seek medical care.
Read article →PEG Feeding Tube Guide for Patients and Caregivers
Learn what a PEG feeding tube is, why it may be discussed, and the practical questions patients and caregivers can bring to the care team.
Read article →Blood in Stool: When to Seek Medical Care
Learn what blood in or around stool can look like, when bleeding may need emergency care, and what details to share with a clinician.
Read article →Trouble Swallowing (Dysphagia): When to Seek Care
Learn what trouble swallowing can feel like, which symptoms need emergency care, and what information can help guide a clinical evaluation.
Read article →Chronic Constipation: When to Seek Care
Learn what persistent constipation can look like, what details to share with a clinician, and which warning signs require urgent medical attention.
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