They are giving the poop scoop.
A group of gastroenterologists in Alabama are sharing the mistakes they wouldn’t make — from parasite and bowel cleanses to relying on Google for medical instructions and coffee enemas.
The first tip in the TikTok video came from Dr. Charles A. Dasher, Jr., who encouraged “age-appropriate colon cancer screening.”
In 2021, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends lowering the age at which most adults begin colon cancer screening from 50 to 45, amid a worrisome increase in colorectal cancer rates among older adults. young people.
However, if you have a parent or sibling who has had colorectal cancer, experts suggest getting your first colonoscopy at 40 or 10 years before the age the family member was diagnosed — whichever is earlier.
Dasher’s colleagues at Birmingham Gastroenterology Associates warned against smoking, which can increase the risk of various cancers, particularly colon and esophageal cancer. They also noted that it is a bad idea to ignore gastrointestinal symptoms such as rectal bleeding, a change in bowel habits and unwanted weight loss, which can be signs of colon cancer.
Dr. J. Stewart Herndon, meanwhile, offered a cheeky answer to the question, “What’s one thing you would never do as a gastroenterologist?”
“I wouldn’t eat Taco Bell before a long drive,” he said.
Other recommendations include avoiding unnecessary antibiotics and high-dose nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs — such as ibuprofen, which can carry the risk of ulcers — and seeking medical help for swallowing problems.
“If things feel like they’re getting stuck in the esophagus, we can help that,” said Dr. David T. Steele.
In a subsequent video, Dr. Carrie Rothermel said she’s against parasite cleanses because they’re often herbal remedies, which don’t face the same rigorous regulations as prescription treatments.
“Herbal remedies, even with parasite clearance, can often interact with medications [and] cause additional symptoms that you may not be aware of,” added Rothermel. “Ultimately, if you have any symptoms that worry you about having a parasite, you should see your local GI doctor and get checked out.”
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