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The term microbiome refers to the world of trillions of bacteria (among other creatures) that inhabit our bodies. The microbiome is as individualized as a fingerprint – unique to you. The bacteria predominantly reside in your colon (AKA large intestine). However, there was a time that you did not have a microbiome; you were a clean slate. […]

When you’re going about your day and you get that all-too-familiar sensation of discomfort or pain in your abdomen, it can be incredibly disruptive. Almost everyone has experienced uncomfortable stomach aches or digestion problems at some point. Abdominal pain is common and stems from a number of issues, but that doesn’t mean abdominal pain should stop

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Among American adult men and women, colon cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths. Therefore, learning more about colorectal cancer and how to prevent it is wise.  The experienced gastroenterologists at Digestive Disease Consultants of Orange County want everyone to be aware of the symptoms and risks for colorectal cancer, and how

Diarrhea is not a disease; it’s a by-product of some other condition that produces loose, watery stools with associated cramping and discomfort. The trick when diagnosing diarrhea is to find the underlying cause of this symptom, of which there can be many — everything from a mild “stomach flu” to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) to

We want to begin this discussion by making one thing clear — fecal incontinence is more common than you might think. While this frustrating and embarrassing condition can make you feel isolated, up to 15% of people in the United States report fecal incontinence, and this number increases with age.  The other point we want to make

Heartburn has ruined many days, caused sleepless nights, and thwarted the best-made holiday plans. No matter what you celebrate, don’t let heartburn stop you from enjoying your family traditions or spending time with friends. Our specialists at Digestive Disease Consultants of Orange County in Irvine, Huntington Beach, Tustin, and California, can help. We offer these tips to help