Dr. John Wycliff Bedeau M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1450 Mercantile Ln Suite 217 Upper Marlboro MD, 20774About
Dr. John Bedeau is a gastroenterologist practicing in Upper Marlboro, MD. Dr. Bedeau specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Bedeau performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
University Of West Indies Faculty Of Med Kingston Jamaica MD
Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) 1974
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Dr. John Wycliff Bedeau M.D.'s Expert Contributions
I swallowed plastic?
You should get an endoscopy and have it removed. READ MORE
What to do for colitis?
Diarrhea is not necessarily colitis. If you do have colitis you should see your Gastroenterologist other wise can try over the counter Imodium READ MORE
What causes painful gas?
You have stretch receptors in the gut so that stretching of the intestine with air causes pain. We do not have tactile preceptors in the gut READ MORE
Crohn's disease and Lupus
It is possible to have Crohn's and lupus, however, certain biologics used in the treatment of Crohn's predispose patients to lupus. READ MORE
Can late night eating cause digestive disorders?
Yes. Reflux READ MORE
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