Basim Abdelkarim, MD
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Locality: Upland, California
Phone: +1 909-253-0310
Address: 1310 San Bernadino Road, Suite 103 91786 Upland, CA, US
Website: www.drabdelkarim.com
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Here’s How to Recognize the Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease (http://ow.ly/5UGX30lLsru) Children as young as 11 can be diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. Symptoms of Crohn’s disease can include abdominal pain, bloody stools, diarrhea, nausea, aching joints, and stomach cramping. This inflammatory bowel disease is often mistaken for other conditions.... While medical care and treatment for Crohn’s disease has advanced, many people still go for many years without a diagnosis and often dismiss the symptoms until they become more severe. #crohns #crohnsdisease #digestivehealth #upland
A Doctor Explains Why You Should Be Proactive With Your Bowel Health,(http://ow.ly/238N30lLsrr) Digestive disorders like Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and irritable bowel syndrome are on the rise. This interesting article also delves into the gut microbiome and how gut health can impact your health overall. Inflammatory bowel disease typically affects young adults and many people are diagnosed during adolescence. It’s important to know the signs to look out for. ... #irritablebowelsyndrome #ibs #digestivehealth #upland
Here’s the 411 on acute pancreatitis from the American Academy of Family Physicians (http://ow.ly/gs4x30lLsrq) Acute pancreatitis has been linked to gallstones and chronic alcohol abuse among other factors. Abdominal pain is one of the biggest signs of pancreatitis. To lower the risk of complications, early treatment is important, and a multifaceted treatment approach usually yields the best results. #acutepancreatitis #pancreatitis #gastroenterology #upland
Here Are Six Signs Something More Serious Could Be Wrong With Your Digestive Health (http://ow.ly/QX5l30lLsrp) Severe chest pain can be a sign of a heart attack and a serious concern with your digestive or heart health, but there are other ways your body can let you know that something might be wrong. There are some signs that can indicate a serious underlying medical problem, such as blood in the urine, sudden leg pain, sudden numbness and loss of sensation in the legs or a...rms, and bleeding gums. #chestpain #digestivehealth #hearthealth #upland
A Brave Young Woman Is on a Mission to Raise Awareness About Crohn’s Disease (http://ow.ly/QDxK30lLsro) At just 11 years old, Sophie Eisen was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, an inflammatory bowel disease. Sophie wasn’t growing properly like her friends and was experiencing severe abdominal pain. By age 17, Sophie had her Crohn’s more under control and discusses the various methods and treatments she uses to improve her daily life and manage her condition. Sophie is determin...ed to help others and teach people about Crohn’s disease and how common it is in young adults and adolescents. #crohnsdisease #crohns #digestivehealth #upland
More Young Adults Are Getting Colon Cancer (http://ow.ly/7RfO30lLsrn) A young mother of just 34 years old was diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer after a colonoscopy. Heather's colon was removed, and she began chemotherapy, but unfortunately the cancer had already spread to other parts of her body and the family lost Heather just four years later.... This story is one of many that highlights the seriousness and increasing prevalence of colon cancer in young adults. Many people dismiss the stomach pain and other symptoms as a condition like irritable bowel syndrome. In some cases, the symptoms of colon cancer can be similar. #coloncancer #cancer #colonoscopy #upland
Colon Cancer Is on the Rise in Young People (http://ow.ly/lOub30lLsrl) The recommended screening age for colon cancer is 50, however, more younger people are being diagnosed with colon cancer, like Kevin Hayes who was diagnosed at the young age of 28. Doctors and researchers believe the increase in colon cancer in younger people in their 20s and 30s is likely associated with obesity, poor diet, inactivity, and other factors.... #ColonCancer #Cancer #Gastroenterology #UplandCalifornia
What Causes Abdominal Bloating? (http://ow.ly/AGLX30lLsrk) There are a number of causes of abdominal bloating, including irritable bowel syndrome and an infection. In most cases, it isn’t a cause for concern and can go away on its own and be treated at home. Abdominal bloating could just be a result of indigestion and gas. ... #AbdominalBloating #DigestiveHealth #DigestiveDisorder #Upland
How to Find Help for Hemorrhoids (http://ow.ly/js8I30lLsri) While hemorrhoids can be painful and embarrassing, they're usually fairly easy to treat, manage, and even prevent. Hemorrhoids affect 75 percent of people age 45 and older, according to Harvard Health. Symptoms of hemorrhoids can include pain, itching, and bleeding following a bowel movement. They often shrink on their own or with the help of simple medications and remedies. If you’re having trouble with hemorrhoids,... it’s best to visit a gastroenterologist for treatment. #Hemorrhoids #Hemorrhoid #Gastroenterology #Gastroenterologist #Upland
What’s Causing Your Heartburn? (http://ow.ly/26nx30lLsrh) If you’re experiencing heartburn and a burning sensation in the central area of your chest, it could be acid reflux, when stomach acid flows back up through your esophagus and irritates it. Medications like proton pump inhibitors can effectively treat frequent heartburn.... #Heartburn #AcidReflux #Gastroenterology #Upland
Tips for Dealing With Bothersome Hemorrhoids (http://ow.ly/Gtax30lLsrg) A hemorrhoid is a blood-filled vein in the rectum. In some cases, pressure on the rectal vessels caused by heavy lifting or chronic constipation can cause a vein to protrude. Obese and pregnant women are at risk for hemorrhoids due to uterine pressure on the rectum. Increasing your fiber intake can help to regulate your bowel movements and help with constipation, reducing your risk of hemorrhoids.... #Hemorrhoids #DigestiveDisorder #DigestiveHealth #Upland
We focus on excellence and compassion when it comes to our internal medicine services. At Dr. Abdelkarim's office, we pride ourselves on our friendly staff and our quality service for our patients, their families, and to our community. We want to get to know you better as a patient. Book an appointment at our Upland office today: http://ow.ly/ugJc30lLsrf #GetToKnowYourCustomersDay #Upland #happypatient
This Brave Woman Shares Her Story of Living With Crohn's Disease (http://ow.ly/15tJ30lLsre) Over two decades, Jen Evans suffered with Crohn’s disease and troubling symptoms like frequent diarrhea. For some time, doctors couldn't diagnose the cause of her health troubles. In just three months, Jen lost 60 pounds.She also describes her experiences with night sweats, day sweats, and other bothersome symptoms that negatively impact her daily life. ... #CrohnsDisease #Crohns #ChronicDisease #Upland
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