The 5 most common gastrointestinal diseases are the following: • Irritable bowel syndrome - This is a problem with the movement of the digestive tract. • Inflammatory bowel disease - This is basically two diseases, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis. These cause chronic inflammation in the digestive tract. • Acid reflux or GERD - This is a chronic type of heartburn that causes damage to the esophagus. • Celiac disease - This is an autoimmune condition that affects the digestive tract when gluten is consumed and can lead to damage to the small intestine. • Diverticulitis - This occurs when small pouches form in the large intestine. These can push through the colon and cause inflammation. They can be very painful. If you think that you may be having issues with your digestive system, there is a gastroenterologist nearby who is available. Digestive Disease Care DDC has professionals who can diagnose and treat digestive issues. Please call to book an appointment or use the online appointment system. We have convenient locations to serve you in Jamaica NY, Melville NY, New Hyde Park NY, Forest Hills NY, Jericho NY, Mineola NY, Lake Success NY, Babylon NY, East Setauket NY, Massapequa NY and BEYOND.