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Dr. David Garcia, MD is a pediatrician in Walnut Creek, CA specializing in general pediatrics, general practice and pediatric gastroenterology. He graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara Faculty of Medicine. Dr. David Garcia, MD is affiliated with Stanford Children's Health, Sutter Health and John Muir Health.
106 LA CASA VIADUCT SUITE 100
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
2400 BALFOUR ROAD SUITE 230
Brentwood, CA 94513
106 La Casa Viaduct #100
CA
1100 Van Ness Avenue Floor 7
San Francisco, CA 94109
2400 Balfour Road #230
CA
Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)
The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.
IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.
Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.
GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.
Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.
Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.
Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.
Dr. David Garcia, MD graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara Faculty of Medicine. He completed residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics and has a state license in Delaware.
Medical School: Autonomous University of Guadalajara Faculty of Medicine
Residency: Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
Licensed In: Delaware
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Dr. David Garcia is a specialist in general practice and general pediatrics in Walnut Creek, CA and Brentwood, CA. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish. In his practice, he is particularly interested in gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), hepatobiliary disorders, and endoscopy. Dr. Garcia's hospital/clinic affiliations include Stanford Children's Health and John Muir Health. He attended medical school at Autonomous University of Guadalajara Faculty of Medicine. His training includes a residency program at Jersey Shore University Medical Center.