A Gastroenterologist’s Guide to Gut Health

David M. Novick

doi:10.5771/9781442271999

A Gastroenterologist’s Guide to Gut Health

Everything You Need to Know About Colonoscopy, Digestive Diseases, and Healthy Eating

Published 2017

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doi.org/10.5771/9781442271999
ISBN print: 978-1-4422-7198-2
ISBN online: 978-1-4422-7199-9
Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham

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Abstract

Millions of Americans have complaints about, or disorders of, the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, or pancreas, all of which comprise the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This book provides accurate, reliable, and up-to-date information on the most common GI disorders.

Written by a gastroenterologist with decades of clinical and research experience, A Gastroenterologist’s Guide to Gut Health provides the advice that Dr. Novick gives to patients in his practice every day, written in a clear, conversational, and easily understandable style. Advocating strongly for colon cancer screening and prevention, he walks readers through the process of colonoscopy, demystifying the procedure so patients know exactly what to expect. A review of alternatives to colonoscopy are also included.

In addition to colonoscopy and colon cancer, Dr. Novick reviews irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), celiac disease, acid reflux, hepatitis C, hemorrhoids, and many other GI diseases. He provides clear and specific details on best nutrition practices and explains how to get the most out of your visit to the doctor. Anyone with questions about digestive health, prevention, and screening will find here a ready and accessible resource for staying healthy and feeling good.

Schlagworte

Digestive Health Digestive Wellness GI ailments and diseases Gastroenterology Gastronenterological Symptoms Colonoscopy Gut Healthy Eating Management gastrointestinal tract and liver

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i–viii Preface i–viii
- Contents
1–7 Introduction 1–7
8–14 Chapter 1. Preparing for Colonoscopy 8–14
15–18 Chapter 2. Sedation and Anesthesia 15–18
19–25 Chapter 3. The Colonoscopy 19–25
26–29 Chapter 4. Recovery after Colonoscopy 26–29
30–40 Chapter 5. Putting Colonoscopy in Perspective: The Evidence, Quality Issues, and Surveillance Intervals 30–40
41–49 Chapter 6. Colonoscopy: Risks, Alternatives, and Barriers 41–49
50–56 Chapter 7. Overview of Colon Cancer 50–56
57–60 Chapter 8. Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis 57–60
61–66 Chapter 9. Irritable Bowel Syndrome 61–66
67–77 Chapter 10. Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) 67–77
78–83 Chapter 11. Clostridium difficile Infection, or C-diff 78–83
84–87 Chapter 12. Hemorrhoids 84–87
88–95 Chapter 13. Evaluation of the Esophagus, Stomach, and Small Intestine 88–95
96–111 Chapter 14. Heartburn and Reflux 96–111
112–122 Chapter 15. Disorders of the Stomach and Small Intestine, Including Celiac Disease 112–122
123–134 Chapter 16. Gallbladder and Pancreas 123–134
135–149 Chapter 17. Hepatitis C 135–149
150–166 Chapter 18. Cirrhosis and the Spectrum of Liver Disease 150–166
167–182 Chapter 19. Healthy Eating 167–182
183–186 Chapter 20. How to Get the Most out of Your Visit to the Doctor 183–186
187–188 Acknowledgments 187–188
189–196 Notes 189–196
197–216 Glossary 197–216
217–230 Bibliography 217–230
231–232 For Further Reading 231–232
233–234 Partnership with GI Charities 233–234
235–246 Index 235–246
247–248 About the Author 247–248

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