Keck Medicine of USC Blog | Digestive Health

What Are Symptoms of GERD? 
May 4, 2026

What Are Symptoms of GERD? 

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What to Know About IBD and Pregnancy 
April 20, 2026

What to Know About IBD and Pregnancy 

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Meet Sarah Sheibani, MD
April 2, 2026

Meet Sarah Sheibani, MD

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What Are Symptoms of GERD? 
May 4, 2026

What Are Symptoms of GERD? 
Gastroesophageal reflux disease — more commonly referred to as GERD — can cause painful digestive symptoms.  Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)...
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What to Know About IBD and Pregnancy 
April 20, 2026

What to Know About IBD and Pregnancy 
A Keck Medicine of USC gastroenterologist explains how inflammatory bowel disease can impact pregnancy — and how expert care can...
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Meet Sarah Sheibani, MD
April 2, 2026

Meet Sarah Sheibani, MD
Dr. Sheibani is a gastroenterologist with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in inflammatory bowel diseases. She treats patients at...
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Meet Bing Zhang, MD
January 12, 2026

Meet Bing Zhang, MD
Dr. Zhang is a gastroenterologist with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in treating inflammatory bowel disease. He treats patients...
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Is Taking Too Many Over-the-Counter Antacids Dangerous?
November 3, 2025

Is Taking Too Many Over-the-Counter Antacids Dangerous?
Antacids can be good for providing short-term relief, but long-term use can cover up more serious medical conditions. If you’ve...
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Is Acid Reflux Dangerous?
September 2, 2025

Is Acid Reflux Dangerous?
Acid reflux might seem like a temporary inconvenience, but long-term acid reflux can be dangerous. Acid reflux can feel like...
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Is Foul-Smelling Poop a Sign of Cancer?
August 25, 2025

Is Foul-Smelling Poop a Sign of Cancer?
A Keck Medicine of USC gastrointestinal surgeon explains when changes in your stool odor could warrant concern. If you’re worried...
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Meet Stuart Abel, MD 
July 30, 2025

Meet Stuart Abel, MD 
Dr. Abel is a general surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in gastrointestinal and foregut procedures. He treats patients...
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Where Is Your Abdominal Pain?
June 19, 2025

Where Is Your Abdominal Pain?
When a person has abdominal pain, the exact location of the discomfort can often reveal the source of problem. When...
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What Causes Colon Cancer?
June 3, 2025

What Causes Colon Cancer?
What causes colon cancer, and how can screening and lifestyle choices reduce your risk? Colorectal (colon and rectal cancer) is...
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What Is a Hernia?
May 22, 2025

What Is a Hernia?
Hernias are a common condition, but there’s a lot of confusion about what exactly they are. Get the facts here....
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