Digestive Health Blog
Plain-language guidance on screening, reflux, IBS, and digestive health from Dr. Patrick Peiying Xiao, MD and the team at AGI Gastroenterology in Brooklyn, NY.
Digestive Health Visits: Setting Care Priorities in Brooklyn, NY
A practical guide to organizing digestive health questions, understanding available GI services, and preparing for a more focused conversation with a care team in Brooklyn.
Read the article →Colonoscopy Prep in Brooklyn: A Calm Day-by-Day Timeline
A calm, day-by-day guide to colonoscopy prep in Brooklyn, from the week before your procedure to the ride home, so you know what to expect.
Read the article →Gastroenterology: Choosing A Provider in Brooklyn, NY
A practical guide to comparing gastroenterology care in Brooklyn, from matching services to your needs to preparing questions for a first visit.
Read the article →IBD in Brooklyn: What Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Mean for Your Digestive Health
Inflammatory bowel disease affects more than just digestion. At AGI Medical in Brooklyn, Dr. Peiying Xiao provides diagnosis, monitoring, and long-term care for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Read the article →IBS in Brooklyn, NY: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Next Steps
IBS affects millions of adults and can significantly disrupt daily life. A Brooklyn gastroenterologist can help you get an accurate diagnosis and a plan that fits your symptoms.
Read the article →Bloating That Is Not Just Bloating: When It Is Worth Seeing a Gastroenterologist in Brooklyn, NY
Almost everyone in Brooklyn has felt bloated after a big meal, a rushed lunch, or a fizzy drink. Most of the time, that feeling passes on its own and means nothing serious. But bloating that keeps com
Read the article →Understanding GERD: When Heartburn Deserves Closer Attention
Heartburn that happens regularly and disrupts daily life may be a condition called GERD. Understanding what it is, how it presents, and when to see a gastroenterologist helps you make more informed decisions about your digestive health.
Read the article →Fatty Liver Disease: What Brooklyn Patients Need to Know Before It Progresses
Many patients in Brooklyn are told they have fatty liver on a routine ultrasound and receive little guidance on what comes next. Here is what the diagnosis means, when it becomes serious, and how a gastroenterologist can help.
Read the article →When Should You Get Your First Colonoscopy? Screening Guidelines Explained
Screening now starts at 45 for most adults — earlier if you have risk factors. Here is who should be screened, when, and what a colonoscopy actually involves.
Read the article →Acid Reflux vs. GERD: When Heartburn Needs a Doctor
Occasional heartburn is normal. Frequent reflux can be GERD — and left unchecked it can damage the esophagus. Here is where the line is and when to be evaluated.
Read the article →Understanding IBS: Triggers, Testing, and What Actually Helps
Irritable bowel syndrome is common, real, and manageable. Here is how it is diagnosed, what commonly triggers it, and the approaches that genuinely help.
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