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    • AUGUST 2026

    Gastroenterology 101: What to Expect at Your First GI Appointment

    Digestive symptoms can affect every part of your day, but a visit with a gastroenterologist can help identify the cause and help you feel better. If you’ve never seen a GI specialist before, it’s normal to have questions about what the appointment involves. At Bergen Medical Associates, our New Jersey gastroenterology (GI) team provides comprehensive

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    • JULY 2026

    Joint Stiffness in the Morning: What It Can Mean, and When to Get Evaluated

    Waking up with stiff joints can make it hard for you to do your morning routine. While occasional stiffness is common, especially after a busy day or a poor night’s sleep, persistent morning joint stiffness may point to an underlying condition that deserves medical attention. At Bergen Medical Associates, our board-certified musculoskeletal specialists evaluate joint

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    • JULY 2026

    GI Liver Health: Gastroenterology Signs of Fatty Liver Disease

    Fatty liver disease is one of the most common liver conditions in the United States. While it affects millions of adults, most people don’t know they have it. There are usually no noticeable symptoms in the early stages. While liver disease is common, it shouldn’t be ignored. In some cases, it can cause liver scarring,

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    • JULY 2026

    IBD Explained (Crohn’s vs. Ulcerative Colitis): Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

    If you’ve been told you might have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or if you’re still searching for answers about ongoing digestive symptoms, understanding the difference between Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis is a good place to start. Both are forms of IBD. However, they behave differently, require different approaches to diagnosis, and don’t always respond

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