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Dr. Ilysa R. Diamond, DO
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<p>Dr. Ilysa Diamond is a gastroenterologist practicing in Oak Park and Chicago, IL. Dr. Diamond specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus. She specializes in Ulcerative colitis, Crohn's Disease and irritable bowel syndrome, however she also sees patients with general GI conditions as well. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, and screening for colon cancer. Dr. Diamond performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.</p>
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Dr. Ilysa R. Diamond, DO
- Oak Park, IL
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Are there any simple home remedies to treat stomach burning?
Severe burning in the stomach (I'm assuming above the belly button) is what we call an alarm symptom and should be checked out by a doctor. It can mean inflammation, ulcer, or READ MORE
Severe burning in the stomach (I'm assuming above the belly button) is what we call an alarm symptom and should be checked out by a doctor. It can mean inflammation, ulcer, or even bacterial infection. This would be a time I highly recommend you see a doctor. Do not take ibuprofen, motrin or aleve (only use tylenol if you need something for pain).
Ilysa Diamond, DO
Ilysa Diamond, DO
Why do I have bad pain?
There are a few reasons that could be happening. I sincerely suggest you see a GI doc for these problems. Most of the reasons are completely benign but do need proper treatment. READ MORE
There are a few reasons that could be happening. I sincerely suggest you see a GI doc for these problems. Most of the reasons are completely benign but do need proper treatment.
I don’t know what’s going on. Should I be worried?
Nausea and loss of appetite are usually a stomach (different from colon) issue. With those kinds of symptoms i’d Want to find out more and possibly do an upper endoscopy to make READ MORE
Nausea and loss of appetite are usually a stomach (different from colon) issue. With those kinds of symptoms i’d Want to find out more and possibly do an upper endoscopy to make sure you don’t have an ulcer.
What could it mean to have stabbing pain in the lower left abdomen?
This could be from multiple issues (GI and non- GI). You definitely need to see a doctor to ask you questions to determine if it’s a GI issue (like possibly diverticulitis) or READ MORE
This could be from multiple issues (GI and non- GI). You definitely need to see a doctor to ask you questions to determine if it’s a GI issue (like possibly diverticulitis) or possibly musculoskeletal problem since it gets worse with movement.
Should I be concerned about random attacks of severe pain under ribs?
This could be pain from constipation or possibly ulcer. I suggest you see a GI to help figure out what tests if any need to be done to determine the cause.
left side stomach pain
This sounds like constipation pain. I suggest miralax 34g a day but also see a GI doc to see if there are any other symptoms that might suggest you need further testing.
Why am I having diarrhea?
That is certainly a question that should be answered by a physician after a thorough evaluation.
Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids can be treated from home but usually there is a cause like constipation. There is nothing to be embarrassed about. It is a natural human process to have bowel movements READ MORE
Hemorrhoids can be treated from home but usually there is a cause like constipation. There is nothing to be embarrassed about. It is a natural human process to have bowel movements and sometimes trouble with them. U should speak with ur doctor who can ask questions to see if you have constipation (many people even adults don’t realize they have it) and treat that, then the hemorrhoids go away. Hemorrhoids are benign (non-cancerous) and grow and shrink depending on how healthy our bowels are. They tend to get agitated with constipation.
What can be the result of prolonged GERD problems?
Ulcers, Barrett’s esophagus, esophagitis, gastritis. If he has had the problem for a long time he should see a GI specialist.
