Heartburn and reflux symptoms are among the most common digestive complaints, yet many people aren’t sure how to distinguish routine acid reflux from gastroesophageal reflux disease. Understanding the difference matters because persistent reflux can lead to complications that affect long‑term health and quality of life. This overview explains how reflux [...]
Every November, National Nurse Practitioner Week gives us a chance to recognize the vital contributions of nurse practitioners (NPs) across all medical specialties. This year, NP Week runs from November 9-15, 2025, with the theme "NPs: Trusted Voices, Proven Care." At Gastroenterology Associates of Tidewater, we're especially grateful for our [...]
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is becoming one of the most common liver conditions worldwide, and it’s not caused by alcohol. Instead, it’s often linked to modern dietary habits, exceptionally high sugar intake, and processed foods. Many people wonder how what we eat affects our liver, and whether changing our [...]
A diagnosis of stage 4 colon cancer means the cancer has spread from the colon to other parts of the body. The liver is a common site for this spread, known as metastasis. This post will provide information on stage 4 colon cancer prognosis and factors that influence life expectancy. [...]
Now known as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease can quietly cause severe liver damage if it goes unnoticed and untreated. Long-term, heavy drinking can lead to fat buildup in the liver, a condition called alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD), or steatosis. Excessive alcohol use over time, especially [...]
Constipation is common. Colon cancer is serious. Many people ask if there is a constipation colon cancer connection. Both conditions affect the digestive system, but in very different ways. Constipation is usually temporary and linked to lifestyle habits, while colon cancer is a life‑threatening disease that often develops silently over [...]
Ulcerative colitis affects millions of people worldwide. This inflammatory bowel disease causes chronic inflammation in the large intestine. While what causes UC flares remains unknown, research suggests that certain lifestyle factors can significantly trigger them. Understanding what causes UC flares helps you take control of your condition. Three factors stand [...]
Gastroparesis, a condition that slows down stomach emptying, affects about 5 million people in the US. Though relatively rare—impacting 10 in 100,000 men and 40 in 100,000 women—similar symptoms are much more common, affecting one in four adults. Gastroparesis Awareness Month 2025 is here, highlighting the importance of raising awareness. [...]
Viral hepatitis affects millions of people worldwide. This liver inflammation causes serious health problems. Yet many people remain unprotected. Vaccines save lives. They prevent hepatitis A and B infections. Understanding these vaccines helps you make informed health decisions. This guide covers essential hepatitis vaccines for 2025. You'll learn who needs [...]
Every year on World Hepatitis Day, healthcare providers and patients across the globe raise awareness about viral hepatitis and its impact on liver health. At Gastroenterology Associates of Tidewater, we believe that prevention is the best defense. This World Hepatitis Day 2025 prevention guide offers a simple but essential checklist [...]
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