Top 30 Reasons to See a Gastroenterologist
Colon cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer death in the US. Both men and women are at risk.
Colonoscopy is the gold standard test in preventing colon cancer and it is recommended for anyone above 45 years of age.
As a top-rated Gastroenterologist in Richardson, TX, Plano, Frisco, Murphy, Sachse, Wylie, Garland, Allen, McKinney, Dr. Kethu has extensive experience in the field of gastroenterology and in prevention of colon cancer.
Dr Kethu performs colonoscopy in Richardson and Plano.
Gas/bloating
Bloating is a very common symptom for a lot of people. Bloating refers to a sensation of fullness in the abdomen. This can be caused by intestinal gas or food accumulation in the stomach. Intestinal gas can also cause belching, abdominal pain or excessive flatulence.
Hpylori
Helicobacter pylori (H pylori) infection is very common, affecting approximately 2/3 of the world’s population at one time or another. In the US, H pylori is more prevalent in the older adults, African American’s, Hispanics and Asians.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is the examination of the large intestine (colon) by inserting a thin, flexible tube, called colonoscope which has a video camera in it.
