Revere Health - Gastroenterology

12/25/2023

May this season be filled with joy, laughter, and good health! From all of us at Revere Health, we wish you a very happy holiday season! 🎄

05/12/2023

Did you know that worldwide it’s estimated that 5-10% of the population has Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?

Some symptoms of IBS include gastric distress, abdominal pain, diarrhea or constipation, and bowel urgency.

If you or a loved one might be suffering from IBS, talk to your doctor today. Living with IBS can be a daily struggle, but it’s important to know that you’re not alone. At Revere Health, we’re here to help you manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life.

05/08/2023

Did you know that colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second deadliest cancer in the United States?

Screening is an effective and life-saving tool in preventing CRC. While many screening tests are now available for CRC, a colonoscopy remains the gold standard because it is sophisticated enough to find issues that other tests may miss.

Don’t skip your next colon cancer screening. Visit our blog post to learn more about CRC and screenings. Read more here:

The American Cancer Society recommends starting routine colorectal cancer screenings such as a colonoscopy at age 45 for average-risk individuals....

02/04/2020

One thing that affects colon cancer survivors the most is the anxiety that their cancer might return. Here is a great article about how to combat that fear.
https://www.ccalliance.org/blog/patient-support/how-to-control-fear-and-anxiety-about-cancer-returning

01/31/2020

You should always choose a certified gastroenterologist to perform your colonoscopy. Here’s why. https://reverehealth.com/live-better/choose-gastroenterologist-non-specialist-colonoscopy/

This information is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. You should always consult your doctor before making decisions about your health.

01/28/2020

Life is full of surprises. It certainly was for Bryan McQuide when he found out he had cancer. Read his incredible story here.

https://www.ccalliance.org/blog/patient-support/bryan-mcquide-a-story-of-family-faith-and-hope-when-the-unexpected-happened

Life, as the saying goes, is full of surprises. Unfortunately for some of us, the surprises aren’t always the good kind.

01/23/2020

Nervous about your next colonoscopy screening? Here are 5 ways to prepare for a colonoscopy.
https://reverehealth.com/live-better/prepare-for-colonoscopy/

A colonoscopy allows your doctor to get a close look at the inside of your entire colon to check for polyps. Learn 5 ways you can prepare for a colonoscopy.

11/28/2019

You’re ready to get your colonoscopy, but you’re not sure who you want to perform it. Let us help you understand the importance of a gastroenterologist over a non-specialist.
https://reverehealth.com/live-better/choose-gastroenterologist-non-specialist-colonoscopy/

11/26/2019

Summer was only 24 when she started getting severe abdominal pains. She took her health into her own hands and scheduled her colonoscopy. Read her story here.

https://www.coloncancertaskforce.org/summer-p

11/22/2019

Stomach cancer isn’t one that is talked about frequently. With November being stomach cancer awareness month, educate yourself on the signs and symptoms here:
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/stomach-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging.html

11/20/2019

November is Stomach Cancer Awareness Month!
November is a month known for the pleasure of eating. This can be a difficult time for those who have struggled through Stomach Cancer and are now living without a stomach. Reach out and show support this month.
https://www.nostomachforcancer.org/get-involved/stomach-cancer-awareness-month

10/30/2019

A colectomy is a procedure in which some or all of the large intestines are removed. Colectomies are sometimes used to treat colon cancer, but they serve a lot of other purposes too. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002941.htm