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How to Choose the Best Gastroenterologist in Panama City Choosing a specialist to care for our digestive health is an important decision. Many times, we start by searching for a “gastroenterologist near me” online, but proximity is not the only...

Endoscopy vs. Colonoscopy: What’s the Difference? It is common for terms to be confused when discussing digestive studies. Although both procedures use similar instruments (a thin tube with a camera), their purpose and the area they analyze are entirely different....

Helicobacter Pylori: The Silent Enemy in Gastric Health Helicobacter pylori is a bacterium that infects the mucus lining the inside of the stomach. It is one of the most common infections in the world and, in countries like Panama, its...

Digestive health guide for Panamanians: Tips for navigating the local diet In Panama, food is a fundamental part of our culture and gatherings. From fried breakfast foods to heavily seasoned dishes, our cuisine is rich and varied, but it can...

Gastric Balloon in Panama: A Tool for Your Health When changes in diet and exercise are not enough to achieve a healthy weight, there are medical options that can provide support. One of the most requested at CEGAS is the...

Psychonutrition: Why Do Your Emotions Affect Your Digestive Health? You have surely felt “butterflies in your stomach” when nervous or a heavy sensation when going through a stressful moment. This happens because the digestive system and the brain are directly...

Colonoscopy Preparation: Step-by-Step Guide It is very common for patients to feel more anxious about the preparation than about the procedure itself. However, proper preparation is essential for the physician to clearly observe the colon walls and provide an accurate...

5 Gastric Symptoms You Should Not Ignore In Panama, due to our diet and fast-paced lifestyle, it is very common to suffer from stomach discomfort. However, we often make the mistake of “getting used to” the discomfort or constantly self-medicating...

Capsule Endoscopy in Panama: What It Is and How It Helps with Digestive Diagnosis There are areas of the digestive system, such as the small intestine, that are difficult to reach with traditional endoscopy or colonoscopy methods. For these cases,...

Where to Get an Endoscopy in Panama? Everything You Need to Know If your doctor has recommended an endoscopy, it is normal to have questions about the price, location, and what to expect from the procedure. In Panama City, there...