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
Read moreFatty 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,
Read moreIf 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
Read moreIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. However, its symptoms can mimic other issues, which is why many people don’t receive an accurate diagnosis. At Bergen Medical Associates, our board-certified gastroenterologists evaluate and treat digestive conditions at locations near you in northern New Jersey. Here, we break down what
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