Cincinnati GI News/Blog

Heat and dehydration can lead to flareups of gastroesophageal reflux disease and swallowing disorders. Learn the symptoms and prevention tips here. Some people have a hard time swallowing high [...]

Millions of Americans have liver disease, and those who do likely see a specialist called a hepatologist. Read here to learn if you should see one. By: Said Nabhan, [...]

Certain digestive health conditions are more common in women than men. This blog explains why, and which gut-disorder symptoms women should watch for. Men might have a few inches [...]

Many hear “colonoscopy” and think only about the prep. But do you know what happens before, during, and after a colonoscopy procedure? Find out here. It’s not your grandparents’ [...]

A successful colonoscopy cleanse takes a certain diet. This blog explains which foods to eat in the days leading up to a colonoscopy, and immediately afterward. On any given [...]

So, you’ve been diagnosed with hemorrhoids, and your doctor advises rubber band ligation. What next? We will answer your questions about hemorrhoid banding here. By: Gregory M Lam, DO [...]

Many of us might overindulge during the holidays, but persistent stomach pain after eating can warn of a gastrointestinal illness. Here’s how to tell. On average, 34% of Americans [...]

At least 20% of adults have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In this blog, we explain why diagnosing GERD is important and how it determines better treatment. People understand that [...]

One in four Americans is taking or is interested in GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic for weight loss. This blog explains the Ozempic effect on GI function. It’s widely understood [...]

A healthy gut diet can reduce IBD symptoms, but which is right for you? Learn how an emerging approach called precision nutrition can help relieve IBD. People diagnosed with [...]

Could excessive flatulence signal a GI issue? Learn the causes of gas, how to manage symptoms, and when to see a GI specialist. By: Said Nabhan, M.D. Your gastrointestinal tract [...]

External hemorrhoids can be painful and embarrassing. They can also lead to other health issues and lifestyle changes. Learn your treatment options. A popular myth has it that Napoleon [...]

Diaphragmatic breathing, or belly breathing, can be an effective technique for calming common GI issues. This blog explains how to perform them. By: Said Nabhan, M.D. The old saying [...]

Many people use home remedies for heartburn, but do they work? It depends on whether you have heartburn or GERD. This blog offers remedies and more. By: Said Nabhan, [...]

When a scoop of ice cream causes more stomach pain than personal pleasure, is it lactose intolerance or irritable bowel syndrome? Here’s how to tell. Hmmm. Was it the sour [...]

5 Leading Causes of Blood In Stool, and Treatment Pathways By: Lambros Michailidis, M.D. You’ve likely noticed remnants of what you’ve eaten before hitting the handle on the toilet [...]

Not everyone has stool softeners on hand, or wants to take them for days. If you frequently find it hard to go, these natural remedies for constipation will help. By: [...]

If you’ve resolved to lose weight or get more cardio in 2025, consider improving your gut health first. Thanks to the “gut-brain axis,” it can take care of the rest.By: [...]

By: Lambros Michailidis, M.D. If all you want for the holidays is a cure for your delicate digestive system, pull a chair up to the table. We’ve got recipes [...]

By: Gregory Lam, D.O.After the cocktails, after the appetizers, after the turkey, potatoes, and all of those sides. And, finally, after the pie (three kinds) – this is when many [...]

By: Ganesh Kakarlapudi, M.D. So, you’re soon going to turn 45; a good year to cross several items off your bucket list: see the Grand Canyon, run half a [...]

By: Said Nabhan, M.D. Lots of people loosen their belt after a large meal. Should you worry if you have to loosen it on an empty stomach? Abdominal bloat, [...]

Well, nothing really, unless you’re a player who’s dehydrated after a long game or practice. But that’s not likely the case for these young players. The real connection is [...]

By: Lambros Michailidis, M.D. You might have heard of food going down the “wrong pipe.” But what should you do if your food struggles going down the right pipe? [...]

By: Said Nabhan, M.D. If gluten were a character in a story, what role do you think it would play? To many, it would be the guy who’s always [...]

By: Lambros Michailidis M.D. There are roughly 1,000 different species of bacteria living in your gut – trillions in all – and they’re staying for dinner. What do you [...]

By: Gregory Lam, D.O. There are certain movements you should aim to have at least three times a week. Exercising is one of them; bowel movements are another. But [...]

By Said Nabhan, MD What does everyone with acid reflux have in common? The same as everyone without it: A love of eating certain foods. The difference is that [...]

By: Said Nabhan, M.D. Colon cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer, thanks to colonoscopies, which can detect and remove small growths, called polyps, before they [...]

By: Gregory Lam, D.O. Here’s a pop quiz question anyone should get: What automatic act does your body make that requires your brain, several nerves, a few muscles, and [...]

By: Said Nabhan, M.D. If you feel like your three square meals are making actual squares in your gut, it might be time to add a round of greens. [...]

So what’s it going to be for you next year? Keto? Pilates? Dry January? Each year around this time, millions of people vow to start living in healthier ways, [...]

Forget about remembering what you had for dinner last night. The more important question is: Do you have any idea where that dinner is now? It’s a wonder that [...]

By Said Nabhan, MD There are many ways a doctor can see your insides. However, when it comes to your digestion, only one procedure can see the full journey [...]

By Gregory Lam, DO It’s one thing if the meals you eat give you a sour feeling. It’s a red flag if they’re also hard to swallow. Gastroesophageal reflux [...]

Right now in the U.S., millions of microbiomes are searching hard for one essential ingredient: carbs. Carbohydrates, the sugar molecules found in starches, fiber, and sugars, have been reduced [...]

By Dr. Said Nabhan It can take a harmless piece of intestinal tissue as long as 10 years to grow into a life-threatening form of cancer. Yet for a [...]

Few diseases can be as regrettable as colorectal cancers. Nearly 53,000 people are expected to die from the diseases in 2022. Yet one 30-minute screening and a day of [...]

Your body is amazing at letting you know when something isn’t going right. Hunger reminds you to get nourishment. Pain warns you to avoid certain activities so your body [...]

If you have trouble understanding the ins and outs of your insurance plan’s deductible, you probably don’t want to ask the person sitting next to you – because it [...]

“Oh, it’s nothing,” many people may think when a bite of food gets stuck in their throats. But if food is sticking in there frequently, they may have something [...]

Maybe it’s instinct. Maybe it’s something we learn as kids. Somehow, many people tend to glance at their bowel movements before pushing the flusher. And for most people, it’s [...]

Many people rely on their gut reactions when it comes to making important decisions. But when it comes to how certain foods and medicines react in our guts, a [...]

By Dr. Said Nabhan - If your afternoons increasingly feel like a recurring series of “Revenge of the Lunch,” the cause might not be something that was inside the [...]