Digestive Health
Pancreatitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
What makes the pancreas inflamed, the symptoms to take seriously, and how pancreatitis is treated.
Digestive Health Blog
Expert insights and comprehensive guides on gastroenterology topics by Dr. Amber Khan, MD
Acid Reflux
GERD Diet: Foods to Eat and Foods to Avoid
Which foods trigger acid reflux, which ones are easier on your stomach, and the habits that help.
Digestive Health
Peptic Ulcers: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
What causes stomach ulcers, the symptoms to watch for, and how they are treated and healed.
Colon Health
Colon Polyps: What They Are and Why We Remove Them
What colon polyps are, which ones matter, and why removing them during a colonoscopy prevents cancer.
Digestive Health
SIBO: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth Explained
Why too much bacteria in the small intestine causes bloating and gas, and how it is tested and treated.
Digestive Health
Diverticulitis: Symptoms, Diet, and Treatment
What causes diverticulitis, how it is treated, and the diet that helps you recover and avoid another flare.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy Prep: What to Eat and What to Expect
A simple, step by step guide to colonoscopy prep, including what to eat, the bowel prep schedule, and what to expect.
Digestive Health
Blood in Stool: Causes and When to See a Doctor
What rectal bleeding can mean, the common causes, and the warning signs that should not wait.
Digestive Health
H. Pylori Infection: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment
How a common stomach bacteria causes ulcers and gastritis, and how we test for it and treat it.
Digestive Health
Lactose Intolerance: Symptoms, Testing, and Management
Why dairy upsets some stomachs, how testing works, and simple ways to eat comfortably.
Liver & Gallbladder
Gallstones: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Why gallstones form, the symptoms to watch for, and the treatment options that work.
Digestive Health
Bloating & Gas: Causes, Relief & When to See a Doctor
What causes bloating and gas, how to find lasting relief, and the warning signs that mean it's time to see a gastroenterologist — from Dr. Amber Khan.
Celiac Disease
Celiac Disease & Gluten-Free Living: A Complete Guide
A gastroenterologist's complete guide to celiac disease and gluten-free living — symptoms, diagnosis, the gluten-free diet, and practical tips from Dr. Amber Khan.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Crohn's Disease: A Comprehensive Management Guide
Symptoms, diagnosis, medications, diet, and lifestyle strategies for managing Crohn's disease, with expert IBD care from Dr. Amber Khan in New Jersey.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Ulcerative Colitis Treatment Guide: Managing IBD
Symptoms, diagnosis, medications, diet, and managing flares — a complete ulcerative colitis treatment guide from Dr. Amber Khan in New Jersey.
Digestive Health
Gastroparesis: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment Guide
Understand delayed stomach emptying — symptoms, causes, diagnosis, diet, and treatment options for gastroparesis from Dr. Amber Khan in NJ.
Liver Health
Liver Health 101: Signs Your Liver Needs Attention
Learn the warning signs of liver problems and how to protect your liver. Hepatologist Dr. Amber Khan explains liver health, tests, and prevention in NJ.
Liver Health
Fatty Liver Disease: Complete Guide to Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Learn about fatty liver disease, including NASH and NAFLD. Dr. Amber Khan explains causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options in New Jersey.
Digestive Health
Gut Microbiome and Digestive Health: Your Inner Ecosystem
Understanding the trillions of bacteria that influence your health, immunity, and well-being. Complete guide to gut health optimization.
Digestive Health
Food Poisoning vs Stomach Bug: How to Tell the Difference
Learn to distinguish between food poisoning and stomach viruses. Dr. Amber Khan explains symptoms, treatment, prevention, and when to seek medical care.
Digestive Health
Hemorrhoids: Complete Guide to Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention
Comprehensive guide to hemorrhoids including symptoms, causes, treatment options, and prevention. Expert care from conservative treatments to medical procedures.
Emergency Care
Heartburn vs Heart Attack: How to Tell the Difference
Critical knowledge that could save your life - understanding when chest pain needs emergency care and distinguishing heartburn from heart attack symptoms.
Healthy Aging
Digestive Health and Aging: What to Expect and How to Stay Healthy
Understanding how aging affects digestive health and strategies for maintaining optimal gut health as you age. Expert guidance for healthy aging.
Digestive Health
IBS vs IBD: Understanding the Difference and Why Diagnosis Matters
Learn the key differences between IBS and IBD, their symptoms, diagnostic approaches, and treatment options to better understand these common digestive conditions.
Procedures
Colonoscopy Screening at 45: New Guidelines Save Lives
Learn about the new colonoscopy screening guidelines starting at age 45. Dr. Amber Khan explains why earlier screening saves lives and what to expect.
Digestive Health
Don't Ignore Persistent Stomach Pain: When to See a Gastroenterologist
Learn when stomach pain requires medical attention and the warning signs that indicate you should see a gastroenterologist for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Digestive Health
Crohn's Disease vs Ulcerative Colitis: What's the Difference?
Understanding these two forms of inflammatory bowel disease, their symptoms, differences in diagnosis, treatment approaches, and long-term management strategies.