Crohn’s disease is a condition categorized by chronic inflammation in the intestinal tract. The inflammation typically occurs at the end of the small intestine or in the first part of the colon. It can occur in other areas, but this blog is going to focus on how Crohn’s disease affects your colon. Crohn’s Disease Causes […]
What Are Substernal Goiters & How Are They Treated?
Your thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland that sits in the front of the neck around your trachea. If your thyroid gland becomes enlarged, a goiter can form in the area. Typically they form outward in the neck region, but in some cases they grow downward towards the chest. These growths are called substernal goiters, […]
The Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options for Esophageal Spasms
Your esophagus moves without your knowledge as it helps to push food down the tube that connects to your stomach. In most individuals, these movements are coordinated and work to safely transport food to the stomach. However, some people may develop spasms of the esophagus, which can cause a number of problems including the inability […]
Frequently Asked Questions About Adrenal Gland Surgery
Your adrenal glands produce a number of essential hormones that regulate a variety of different functions in your body. If your adrenal glands start producing too many or too few hormones, or a tumor develops in the area, problems can occur. We’ve already talked about five different adrenal gland removal operations on the blog, but […]
The Causes, Symptoms & Treatments of Gastrinomas
A gastrinoma is a rare tumor that develops in the gastrin producing cells, typically in a person’s pancreas or duodenum. Successful treatment of these tumors depends greatly on how early they are discovered, so if you are experiencing any of these symptoms, speak with an endocrine specialist today. Today, we take a closer look at […]
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