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What To Know About Gallbladder Disease
posted: Feb. 10, 2022.

Residents of Burleson, TX needing information about gallbladder disease should contact Dr. Anees and his team at the Southwest Gastroenterology Clinic to find out more. What is Gallbladder Disease? A gallbladder is Read more
When Should I See a Doctor About Frequent Diarrhea?
posted: Feb. 02, 2022.

Diarrhea might not be something you want to talk about; however, it happens to everyone. Whether it’s a stomach bug, something you ate, or a more serious and underlying digestive Read more
What To Know About Colon and Rectal Polyps
posted: Jan. 26, 2022.

Has a gastroenterologist just found colon polyps during your routine colonoscopy? If so, you may be wondering what these masses are, why they occur, and if this could put you Read more
What Is a Hiatal Hernia?
posted: Jan. 12, 2022.

Do you deal with constant acid reflux? Is heartburn commonplace? Do you feel full quickly after eating? If so, these could all be signs of a condition known as a Read more
Am I Lactose Intolerant?
posted: Dec. 23, 2021.

Is your morning latte suddenly making your stomach do flips? Do you experience gastrointestinal upset whenever you enjoy a cheesy slice of pizza? Any gastroenterologist knows that this can be Read more
Seeing A Gastroenterologist For Stomach Pain
posted: Dec. 15, 2021.

If you’ve eaten something bad or you’re dealing with stress, you might experience stomach pain. But when is stomach pain a sign of something more serious and when should you Read more
Trouble Swallowing Can Be A Sign Of A Medical Condition
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

Southwest Gastroenterology Clinic and Surgery Center, and Dr. Mukhtar Anees can provide medical treatment to help with various issues. For example, we can help with trouble swallowing in Burleson, TX, as Read more
What Causes Incontinence?
posted: Dec. 08, 2021.

Are you having trouble making it to the bathroom in time? Do you notice issues such as leakage, particularly when passing gas? If so, these are signs of fecal or Read more
What Is a Perianal Abscess?
posted: Dec. 02, 2021.

Noticing a painful lump or bump near the anus? We know this might be a rather embarrassing topic, and one you may wish to simply ignore; however, naturally, you may Read more
What Is Infectious Colitis?
posted: Nov. 11, 2021.

Colitis simply means that there is inflammation present in the colon, or large intestines, and it’s often caused by bacteria but can also be caused by a virus or parasite. Read more
Finding a Celiac-Friendly Diet
posted: Oct. 27, 2021.

Although gluten-free is a great diet trend that some are now following, for others following a gluten-free diet is essential for their health. This is due to the fact that Read more
When To Use a Stool Softener vs. Laxative
posted: Oct. 15, 2021.

Many of us experience constipation or difficulty moving our bowels at some point in life. Constipation may be very uncomfortable, which warrants seeking some relief through medication. However, you may Read more
What Do if Do if Food Is Catching in My Throat?
posted: Oct. 08, 2021.

Swallowing is one of those actions that you probably don't think about much till there's a problem. Swallowing is largely involuntary, so difficulty swallowing can be frustrating. Food catching in Read more
Is There a Way To Prevent Gallstones?
posted: Sep. 29, 2021.

Whether you have a family history of gallstones or you’ve had them in the past and would like to avoid them in the future, did you know that there are Read more
Know the Different Types of GI Ulcers
posted: Sep. 17, 2021.

Ulcers are sores that develop in the lining of the digestive tract. They can develop in various places within the gastrointestinal system including the stomach and intestines, and some people Read more
Know the Symptoms of Pancreatitis
posted: Aug. 25, 2021.

The pancreas is an organ in the digestive system that lies behind the stomach and is responsible for producing insulin, as well as a host of other digestive enzymes and Read more