The symptoms of most digestive disorders are unfortunately all too familiar for most of us: heartburn, painful stomach cramps, gas, bloated stomach, constipation, and diarrhea. However, a wide variety of causes –often hidden – may be responsible for these digestive problems.

Dr. Lalezar states, “Many of my patients suffered from digestive disorders for years without knowing why or doing anything about it. It’s as if they just expected to always have an upset stomach and were resigned to their fate. They finally came to see me because they couldn’t take it anymore.”

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Accurate diagnosis is the first step in treating any digestive problem

Dr. Lalezar will conduct a series of diagnostic tests to determine the root cause of your particular digestive problem. These tests may include:

Once your condition is determined, Dr. Lalezar will design and develop an individualized, comprehensive treatment plan to restore gut health and help you get back to feeling like yourself again –or better!

Types of Digestive Disorder We Can Treat

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    Caused by muscle spasms in the colon.
  • Crohn’s Disease
    Crohn’s disease is a form of IBD (inflammatory bowel disease), and may result from an abnormal immune response to gut bacteria. Toxins produced by these bacteria can leak through the gut into the bloodstream, resulting in inflammation.
  • Celiac Disease
    Also, a type of IBD, celiac disease, is associated with an allergy to wheat gluten.
  • Heartburn/Gastric Reflux (GERD)
    This is more than just an occasional annoyance that happens when you eat an everything-on-it pizza or a spicy Indian curry; instead, it is a chronic condition that causes unpleasant symptoms on a daily or near-daily basis.
  • Bacterial Infections
    Dysbiosis or imbalance in gut flora can occur after recurrent uses of antibiotics and not taking the proper probiotic to replace the friendly bacteria that was eradicated along with bad bacteria.
  • Intestinal Parasites
  • Fungal/Yeast Infections (Candida)
    Candida usually overgrows when there is a high intake of carbohydrates or sugar in the diet.  It could also occur as a result of recurrent antibiotic use.
  • Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)

What Types of Treatment Retore Gut health?

Dr. Lalezar combines conventional methods with complementary or alternative therapies. This integrative approach results in a lasting and effective treatment to relieve your symptoms and resolve the underlying conditions that caused those symptoms, thereby improving your overall health and well-being.

From choosing the best probiotic for IBS or natural remedies for GERD, the treatments can include:

  • Customized diet plans/Allergy Elimination Diet
  • Probiotics & Digestive Enzymes Supplements
  • Nutritional Supplements (Glutamine, Zinc, and Aloe Vera)
  • Fish oil
  • Chelation Therapy
  • Medical foods

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Learn more about Digestive Problems & Disorders Treatments:

Dr. Shiva Lalezar will treat the underlying causes of your digestive problems.  She employs an integrative approach, combining the best conventional therapies with the latest techniques and treatments in Functional Medicine for optimal results.

Call the Health & Vitality Center at 310-477-1166 or click here to schedule an appointment. We are one of the leading Functional Medicine centers in Los Angeles.

Testimonials

“I’ve been dealing with “IBS” for about 9 years now. I got treated by at least 14 different specialists. They all told me that this was as good as it got, that this would be something I would have to deal with all my life. Their treatments would work for just a week or so and then I would go back to feeling horrible pain after every single meal. I tried Yoga, alternative treatments, meditation, and acupuncture, nothing made a real difference.

Then I met Dr. Lalezar. She was the first person to not look at me like I was crazy. She ran several tests no one else had ever thought of running and had a great explanation of what my situation was by our second meeting.

Since she started treating me I’ve been pain free. I had not spent more than 2-3 days without pain since 2005. The great thing is she didn’t stop there. She is also helping me solve other issues I had and giving my body all the tools it needs to work well.

I highly recommend Dr. Lalezar. I feel 5 years younger and I have lots of energy. My husband is in her office for his first consultation. I trust her and I’m so grateful I found her. I highly recommend Dr. Lalezar.”

Lelia P. – Marina del Rey, CA

Lelia P. – Marina del Rey, CA

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