Medications Before Endoscopy & Sedation: A Safe, Simple Checklist
Before EGD or colonoscopy, use this medication guide: blood thinners, diabetes meds, stomach drugs, and supplements – what to pause, what to take, and when to restart. Answer Box: Don’t change prescription drugs without a plan. Anticoagulants/antiplatelets require individualized instructions; diabetes meds often need dose/timing changes; iron/bismuth/charcoal are usually held. Bring an up-to-date med list […]
H. pylori Eradication: Win on the First Try and Prove It
Make your first H. pylori treatment stick: adherence tactics, side-effect fixes, exact rules for test-of-cure, and what to do if therapy fails. Answer Box Take all drugs exactly as prescribed for 10–14 days, manage side effects proactively, and confirm eradication ≥4 weeks after antibiotics (and ≥14 days off PPIs) using a breath or stool antigen […]
IBS & Low-FODMAP: A 4–6-Week Elimination With a Smarter Re-Challenge
The practical Low-FODMAP playbook: exact foods to swap, a 2-phase schedule, symptom tracking, fiber/probiotics tips, and red flags that mean “test further.” On this page Answer Box IBS vs “Just a Sensitive Stomach” Phase 1: Elimination Phase 2: Structured Re-Challenge Add-Ons That Help Red Flags & When to Look Deeper Suggested Visuals/Tables FAQs Sample 1-Week […]
Colonoscopy Prep: A 3-Day, Zero-Stress Plan That Actually Works
The only colonoscopy prep guide you need: 3-day food plan, split-dose tips, medication adjustments, hydration strategy, and red-flags to call your doctor. For a clean exam, start a low-residue diet 3 days before, use a split-dose bowel prep, and finish the second half 4–5 hours before your appointment. Stick to clear liquids the day prior, […]
4-Week GERD Plan: Quick Relief Now, Smarter Step-Down Later
Beat heartburn in 4 weeks: perfect PPI timing, meal and sleep tactics, weight targets, when to scope, and what to do if treatment fails. Answer Box Take a PPI 30–60 minutes before breakfast (and before dinner if prescribed), elevate the head of the bed, and stop late-night meals. If symptoms persist or alarm features appear […]