Calabasas Advanced Gastroenterology

How Your Diet Affects Your Stomach Health
posted: Aug. 05, 2022.

When it comes to your diet—it’s important to trust your gut. Your gut microbiome is incredibly diverse, containing 50 trillion or more bacteria crucial for proper digestion. Not surprisingly, the rest Read more
When Should I Get a Colonoscopy?
posted: May 24, 2022.

Everyone can and will benefit from getting a colonoscopy during their lifetime. A colonoscopy is an important screening and diagnostic tool. Yet about one in three adults between 50 to 75 Read more
When to See Your Gastroenterologist
posted: Apr. 22, 2022.

Should you schedule an appointment with a gastroenterologist? A gastroenterologist is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions and disorders that impact the gastrointestinal tract including the liver, gallbladder and Read more
Help for Recurrent Heartburn
posted: Apr. 08, 2022.

If your heartburn keeps returning, it’s important to know what to do. You are getting ready to sit down to dinner and realize it’s taco night. While this would make most Read more
FAQs About Colostomy Bags
posted: Mar. 10, 2022.

When there is an injury or health problem that impacts the digestive tract and you’re unable to pass stool on your own you may need a colostomy bag. If you Read more
Understanding Gut Health
posted: Feb. 24, 2022.

There is more than meets the eye when it comes to our gut, and we are learning new things about it all the time. While a gastroenterologist can certainly help Read more
When Should I See a Doctor About Frequent Diarrhea?
posted: Feb. 02, 2022.

Diarrhea might not be something you want to talk about; however, it happens to everyone. Whether it’s a stomach bug, something you ate, or a more serious and underlying digestive Read more
What To Know About Colon and Rectal Polyps
posted: Jan. 26, 2022.

Has a gastroenterologist just found colon polyps during your routine colonoscopy? If so, you may be wondering what these masses are, why they occur, and if this could put you Read more
How To Treat Heartburn
posted: Dec. 20, 2021.

If you are like most adults, you have probably experienced heartburn, also known as acid reflux, at some point in your life. Depending on the severity of your symptoms or Read more
How Is a Colonoscopy Used To Find Polyps?
posted: Dec. 16, 2021.

Removing polyps from your lower gastrointestinal tract helps you reduce your risk of colon cancer. Colonoscopy, a procedure offered by your gastroenterologist in Calabasas, CA, Dr. Parviz Gholami of Calabasas Read more
What Is Infectious Colitis?
posted: Nov. 11, 2021.

Colitis simply means that there is inflammation present in the colon, or large intestines, and it’s often caused by bacteria but can also be caused by a virus or parasite. Read more
Finding a Celiac-Friendly Diet
posted: Oct. 27, 2021.

Although gluten-free is a great diet trend that some are now following, for others following a gluten-free diet is essential for their health. This is due to the fact that Read more
When To Use a Stool Softener vs. Laxative
posted: Oct. 15, 2021.

Many of us experience constipation or difficulty moving our bowels at some point in life. Constipation may be very uncomfortable, which warrants seeking some relief through medication. However, you may Read more
Know the Different Types of GI Ulcers
posted: Sep. 17, 2021.

Ulcers are sores that develop in the lining of the digestive tract. They can develop in various places within the gastrointestinal system including the stomach and intestines, and some people Read more
Know the Symptoms of Pancreatitis
posted: Aug. 25, 2021.

The pancreas is an organ in the digestive system that lies behind the stomach and is responsible for producing insulin, as well as a host of other digestive enzymes and Read more
Over-the-Counter Treatments for Constipation
posted: Aug. 06, 2021.

Constipation can be both a figurative and literal pain in the butt. If you’re having trouble going, you may be looking for simple over-the-counter solutions that can help you go. Read more