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The Signs and Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease

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An estimated 500,000 people in the United States have been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract, but primarily affects the small intestine. The start of the large intestine is also affected, though the disease can really affect any and all parts of the digestive tract, which includes the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, the rectum and anus; and are responsible for processing food as it passes through the body. The s ... [Read More]

What is Crohn’s Disease?

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Crohn’s disease is a form of irritable bowel disease that causes inflammation and irritation of the digestive system. The digestive system includes every organ between the mouth and anus that processes food:  the esophagus, stomach, intestines, rectum, and anus. For the more than half a million Americans who suffer from Crohn’s Disease, any day can present a bout with diarrhea, stomach cramps, and loss of appetite, weight loss and more. More definitively, Crohn’s disease can attack any part of th ... [Read More]

How Probiotics Help Your Gut Health

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The ancient saying “food is medicine” is increasingly becoming a mantra in modern culture. More people understand that good health is best managed through conscious healthy food consumption. Many diseases are triggered or aggravated by unhealthy food habits, so maintaining a healthy gut microbiome is crucial. It can be an active weapon against disease – or a direct contributor. It helps in reducing inflammation and risks for diseases, both trivial and serious. Gut health also helps in burning ... [Read More]

Chronic Pancreatitis Overview

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Pancreatitis, the disease that 28-year-old Swedish DJ Avicii lived within the years before his recent death, is on the rise in the United States. Pancreatitis is characterized as inflammation in the pancreas, an organ located behind the stomach. Acute pancreatitis can come on suddenly, signaling a new and concerning problem. However, whether from lifestyle choices or a lingering health issue, chronic pancreatitis can build up until it becomes unbearable and even dangerous. The pancreas serves ... [Read More]

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At Carlisle Digestive Disease Associates, our board-certified gastroenterologists and staff are committed to providing compassionate care and education to patients suffering from gastrointestinal conditions and diseases affecting the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Carlisle Digestive Disease Associates, is one of central Pennsylvania’s finest gastroenterology, hepatology, and gastrointestinal endoscopy practices. Our facilities include a patient-friendly infusion center, state-of-the-art endoscopy center, and accredited pathology lab, all conveniently located on one campus. CDDA offers comprehensive services to treat conditions of the Upper GI Tract, Lower GI Tract, and Hepatology/Liver. Many treatments and procedures can be performed in the office or our endoscopy center, such as colon cancer screenings.