The doctor's guide to gastrointestinal health : preventing and treating acid reflux, ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, celiac disease, colon cancer, pancreatitis, cirrhosis, hernias and more / Paul Miskovitz, Marian Betancourt
Pt. I. Understanding how your gut works and how to identify problems -- 1. What we know about the gut : yesterday, today and tomorrow -- 2. How to find a gastroenterologist and the proper diagnosis -- 3. What you need to know about endoscopic procedures for diagnosis and treatment -- Pt. II. Medical treatment for disorders and diseases of the gastrointestinal system -- 4. The esophagus -- 5. The stomach -- 6. The small intestine -- 7. The gallbladder -- 8. The pancreas -- 9. The liver -- 10. The colon and rectum -- 11. The abdominal cavity -- Pt. III. Maintaining gastrointestinal health -- 12. A commonsense guide to diet and exercise
Summary
"This comprehensive, user-friendly guide begins with an overview of how your gastrointestinal system works and how it is affected by lifestyle, age, and emotions. Dr. Miskovitz then explains the disorders that can affect your esophagus, stomach, intestine, gallbladder, liver, pancreas, colon and abdominal cavity - revealing how to identify and treat problems and, in most cases, prevent them." "Complete with a list of organizations that provide information and support, The Doctor's Guide to Gastrointestinal Health is the ultimate resource for you and your family."--BOOK JACKET
