Helicobacter Pylori (H. pylori) Infection
Watch Dr. Chey’s presentation on Helicobacter Pylori Infection during our virtual 2022 30th Anniversary NES Event What is H. pylori? Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori) is a spiral shaped bacteria that lives in the mucous lining of the stomach to protect itself from the harsh acid environment. It is one of the most common infections worldwide […]
Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome
Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome or SMAS is a rare disease with an estimated incidence of about 0.1% to 0.3%. While anyone can get this disease, it is more often found in young adults and adolescents, typically aged 10 to 39 years old. Females are more likely to be diagnosed over males; although, this could […]
Malabsorption
Malabsorption refers to decreased intestinal absorption of carbohydrate, protein, fat, minerals or vitamins. There are many symptoms associated with malabsorption. Weight loss, diarrhea, greasy stools (due to high fat content), abdominal bloating and gas are suggestive of malabsorption. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies resulting from malabsorption may cause glossitis (sore tongue), cheilosis (a fissuring and dry […]
Celiac Disease
Celiac Disease What You Need to Know Did you know more than 2 million Americans have celiac disease (CeD) but most of them don’t know it? What is celiac disease? CeD damages the small intestine. People with this disease can’t eat gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley and in some products such […]
Working With a Healthcare Team for SBS
Short bowel syndrome (SBS) is a complex, challenging condition for patients, caregivers, doctors, and other health specialists. Treatment of the condition involves life-long therapies and approaches that need to be closely monitored. Successful management of SBS depends most strongly on an informed patient and caregivers working closely with a supportive team of healthcare providers. Working […]
