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“I have celiac disease. How do I know what foods to avoid?”
In Celiac Disease, Knowing what foods you can safely eat may be as important as knowing what foods you must avoid. ADDED JUL 12TH, 2009
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“What groups of people does celiac disease usually affect?”
Celiac disease usually affects descendants of Northern Europe, however the disease does occur in other populations as well. ADDED JUL 12TH, 2009
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“My daughter was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis.”
My daughter was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis. What will this mean to her future health? ADDED JUL 12TH, 2009
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“Is she at increased risk of colon cancer because of her Ulcerative Colitis?”
There is an increase in risk for Colon Cancer in Ulcerative colitis. This risk depends on the activity and extent of the disease. ADDED JUL 12TH, 2009
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“What is the relationship between Crohn's Disease and infertility?”
The relationship between Crohn's Disease and infertility is relatively insignificant. ADDED JUL 12TH, 2009
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“How good is a colonoscopy at detecting colon cancer?”
Colonoscopy is 90 to 95% effective as a screening skill depending on the skill and experience of the colonoscopist. ADDED JUL 9TH, 2009
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“Occasionally here is blood in the toilet after my bowel movements. Should I be concerned?”
Anyone with visible bleeding in bowel movements should not only see their primary care physician, but should also have an evaluation by a gastroenterologist. ADDED JUL 7TH, 2009
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“I'm not eager to go in for a colonoscopy - are there any other tests I can do instead? #3”
New technologies such as virtual colonoscopy are not yet as complete a study as a traditional colonoscopy, and does not offer diagnostic removal or biopsy of the colon. ADDED JUL 7TH, 2009
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