Finding the best Orlando Gastroenterologist for your Crohn’s disease isn’t always easy. The right doctor can make all the difference in how you feel, manage your inflammatory bowel condition, your quality of life and your long term health.
It is important to see a specialized gastroenterologist if you experience persistent abdominal pain, severe fatigue, bloody stools, or unexplained weight loss. Symptoms such as these can indicate Crohn’s disease or other critical gastrointestinal conditions. Early intervention can prevent further progression of the disease and lead to better treatment outcomes.
When seeking a gastrointestinal doctor, ask questions about how they approach treatment for Crohn’s, their experience with the disease, their availability for treating flare-ups, and how they monitor the progression of the disease.
The National Institutes of Health estimates that 1 million people in the United States have Crohn’s diseas
According to NIH, Crohn’s can lead to problems that affect other parts of the body
Some people with Crohn’s disease also have inflammation in parts of the body other than the digestive tract, including the
joints, causing certain types of arthritis
skin, such as a rash that can be painful
eyes, including irritation
liver and bile ducts, causing conditions such as primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC)
kidneys, including development of kidney stones
lungs, which if severe can lead to difficulty breathing
People with Crohn’s disease also commonly report stress, depression, and anxiety. Stress may change the microbiome in the digestive tract, which can worsen the symptoms of Crohn’s disease.
The team at Gastroenterology Consultants of Central Florida offer comprehensive diagnostic testing, including, capsule endoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and high definition colonoscopy. These procedures allow us to thoroughly evaluate inflammation in the intestinal and monitor treatment. Our patients are provided a detailed explanation of their test results, time to ask any questions, discus individual treatment plans based on the results and personal health goals.
We work with you, your primary care physician, and your insurance company to ensure a treatment protocol that is designed to meet your specific needs. Contact Gastroenterology Consultants of Central Florida today for more information.