Digestive Health
Check Your Gut
Millions of Americans are affected by digestive disorders and diseases. We are here to help in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the digestive system, to help you enjoy better digestive health. Digestive discomforts like heartburn, stomach upset, acid reflux and painful gas could be symptoms of serious medical problems.
Take a Digestive Health Assessment
If you have questions about your digestive health, start with an assessment and learn more about any risks you may have for digestive-related conditions.
Take a Colon Health Assessment
If you have questions about your colon health, start with an assessment and learn more about any risks you may have for colon-related conditions.
Digestive Health Locations
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Sierra Vista Medical Group - Gastroenterology75 Colonia De Salud Suite 100B
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635Phone: 520.263.3880
Digestive Health Providers
Early Detection of Colon Cancer
A colonoscopy helps find polyps that can be removed before they become cancerous. It can also identify colon and rectal cancers early, when the odds of successful treatment are highest. Colon and rectal cancer rates have increased in young and middle-aged adults.* If you’re 45 or older, ask your doctor about scheduling a colonoscopy.
Why get screened for colon cancer?
Screening may find diseases at an early stage, when a doctor has a better chance of treating or preventing the disease. The American College of Gastroenterology recommends screening for colon cancer:
- At age 40 for any person with a first degree relative with colon cancer.
- At age 45 for African Americans because they have an increased risk of developing the disease.
- At age 45 for people who are not at increased risk of the disease.