CHARLESTON, SC Gastroenterologists
Featured Charleston Area Gastroenterologists
Palmetto Digestive Health Specialists
Mt Pleasant, West Ashley (Charleston), Summerville, Moncks Corner
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(843) 571-0643
What is Gastroenterology?
A gastroenterologist is a doctor that specializes in the treatment of ailments effecting the gastrointestinal tract and liver. They study all normal activity and disease of the digestive tract. Often referred to as a GI doctor, you would need to see a gastrointestinal doctor with concerns of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver. Gastrologists, or gastroenterologists, study the stomach and stomach diseases. It is the job of the gastroenterologists to diagnose Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, hepatitis, cancer of the esophagus and colon polyps that might be cancerous.
Symptoms and Treatments of gastrointestinal disorders?
You should see a gastroenterologist, a digestive health specialist, if you are 45 years old or older for a routine colon cancer screening, or if you experience any of the following:
- Changes in your bowel habits, such as constipation, diarrhea, or a feeling of incomplete emptying.
- Bleeding in your stool, which can be bright red or dark.
- Unusual abdominal pain or cramping, bloating, or gas.
- Very narrow stools.
- Unexplained weight loss or fatigue.
- Difficulty swallowing.
These are all signs of a potential digestive health problem. Early diagnosis and treatment can lead to better outcomes.
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Gastroenterologists in Charleston SC
Charleston GI
West Ashley Office and Charleston Endoscopy Center
1962 Charlie Hall Blvd
Charleston, SC 29414
(843) 722-8000
Summerville Office and Summerville Endoscopy Center
328 Midland Parkway
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 722-8000
Mount Pleasant Office
180 Wingo Way, Ste 305
Mount Pleasnt, SC 29464
(843) 722-8000
Carnes Crossroads Office
Windmill Station
2001 2nd Ave, Ste 101
Summerville, SC 29486
(843) 722-8000
Lowcountry Endoscopy Center
207 McBride Ln
Summerville, SC 29486
(843) 722-8000
South Carolina Gastroenterology Association
PO Box 216
Sullivan’s Island, SC 29482
(843) 530-3482
Elms Digestive
Charleston Office
2671 Elms Plantation Blvd
Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 797-6800
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