Digestive Health
Care for Digestive Health in Lawrenceburg, TN
Digestive symptoms and conditions can affect your comfort, health and quality of life. Whether you're experiencing occasional discomfort or ongoing concerns, the healthcare team at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Lawrenceburg provides care for a wide range of digestive disorders.
If you're experiencing symptoms such as heartburn, stomach discomfort, acid reflux, bloating or changes in bowel habits, talking with a healthcare provider is an important first step. The healthcare team at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Lawrenceburg can help evaluate your symptoms, recommend appropriate testing and create a personalized care plan designed to support your digestive health and well-being.
Your Digestive Health
Introduction – The Digestive System
Common Digestive Ailments
Diagnostic Procedures
Peace of mind is just a screening away.
A colonoscopy helps find polyps that can be removed before they become cancerous. It can also identify colon and rectal cancers early, when the odds of successful treatment are highest. Colon and rectal cancer rates have increased in young and middle-aged adults. If you’re 45 or older, ask your doctor about scheduling a colonoscopy.
Early Detection of Colon Cancer
Why get screened for colon cancer?
Screening may find diseases at an early stage, when a doctor has a better chance of treating or preventing the disease. The American College of Gastroenterology recommends screening for colon cancer:
- At age 40 for any person with a first degree relative with colon cancer.
- At age 45 for African Americans because they have an increased risk of developing the disease.
- At age 45 for people who are not at increased risk of the disease.