Blogs - Brooklyn Gastroenterology

Colonoscopy

How Long Does it Take to Recover From a Colonoscopy?

After a colonoscopy, patients are typically monitored in a recovery area until the effects of the sedative or anesthesia begin to wear off.

July 24, 2025

Gut-Brain Connection

Can IBS Trigger a Migraine?

Both conditions appear to be influenced by heightened immune responses and the release of pro-inflammatory substances, further connecting their underlying mechanisms.

July 17, 2025

Bloating

Will a Gut Cleanse Help With Bloating?

A gut cleanse is a practice designed to enhance digestive health by removing toxins, waste, and harmful bacteria from the gastrointestinal tract.

July 10, 2025

IBS

How Long Does an IBS Flare-Up Last?

The length of a flare-up often depends on multiple factors, including stress levels, dietary triggers, and the effectiveness of current management strategies.

July 3, 2025

Heartburn

Signs of Stomach Ulcers

Stomach ulcers are open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach or small intestine, but heartburn is caused when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus.

June 26, 2025

Dieticians

Will a Low-Carb Diet Help My IBS?

Poorly absorbed carbs may ferment in the gut, leading to symptoms such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, or constipation.

June 19, 2025