Short articles by Dr Chia on questions that come up often in clinic. Each links to the full guide on the topic.
Is a stool test enough, or do I need a colonoscopy?
A stool test (FIT) is a good screening test for people at average risk, but it is not the same as a colonoscopy. Here is how to decide.
My ultrasound says fatty liver. What should I do next?
Fatty liver is very common and usually mild. The important next step is finding out whether there is any scarring.
Should my family be tested for H. pylori?
H. pylori often runs in families. Testing makes most sense for close relatives of people with stomach cancer, and for anyone with symptoms.
Bad breath: where it comes from, and why cutting down sugar and carbohydrates helps
Most bad breath starts in the mouth, not the stomach. Good mouth care is the foundation, and cutting down on sweet food and refined carbohydrates is one change that often helps.
Abdominal breathing: a simple skill that helps regurgitation, belching, bloating and bowel urgency
Slow breathing with the diaphragm (abdominal or belly breathing) is free, takes minutes to learn, and helps several common gut problems. Here is how to do it and when to use it.