Links

Find additional information about a variety of Gastrointestinal problems, procedures, and lifestyle tips below.

GI problems

Go to the American College of Gastroenterology for information on common GI problems such as:

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Ulcers
• Colorectal Cancer
• Constipation
• Gallstones
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Rectal Problems
• Intestinal Gas Problems
• Abdominal Pain

Hepatitis

For information about Hepatitis A, B, and C, go to the American Digestive Health Foundation.

You can also learn about hepatitis and other liver diseases from these websites.

• American Liver Foundation
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Hepatitis Foundation International

Crohn’s disease

For information about Crohn’s disease, go to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America.

GI procedures

For information on common GI procedures such as: Endoscopy, Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, Colonoscopy, go to the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and then click on Patient Information. This site also has information about a variety of digestive diseases.

You can also visit the American Gastroenterological Association website for information.

For articles about various GI issues and procedures, American College of Gatroenterology has great reference materials. En Espanol.

Nutrition

For information on nutrition and healthy diet tips, go to the American Dietetic Association.

Salem Hospital

For information on the Salem Hospital, go to Salem Hospital

Colorectal Cancer

For Colorectal Cancer Awareness, Facts and Prevention Links:

• ASGE Colon Cancer Page
• Screen 4 Colon Cancer
• Colon Cancer Alliance
• Prevent Cancer Foundation
• American Cancer Society
• Marion Polk Medial Society
• Help find a primary doctor
• Project Access
• MedAssist
• CDC Health e-Cards