BREATH TESTING
Dr. Schub’s Columbia gastroenterology office offers Breath Testing.
SYMPTOMS WE TREAT AND TEST FOR
- Bloating
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Crohn’s Disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Psoriasis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Colorectal Cancer
TECHNIQUES AND TREATMENTS
Gastroenterology Associates offers some of the most advanced diagnostic techniques and treatments for a wide variety of gastroenterological conditions which includes Hydrogen Breath Testing. One of the first gastroenterology groups in Los Angeles to offer this advanced testing, we have found amazing results that are extremely helpful in diagnosing patients with vague and unexplained symptoms; some that have been experienced for years. Contact our office today to schedule an appointment for testing. The various breath tests we offer are described below:
Lactulose Breath Test
All humans carry some bacteria in the intestine. Sometimes the population of these bacteria is more than normal (small intestine bacterial overgrowth-SIBO) so it gives patients various symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain and cramping, diarrhea, or constipation. The bacteria in the small bowel ferment carbohydrates and produces gases, which can explain feeling bloated.
A simple breath test can help to diagnose SIBO. A patient needs to follow a few rules before the test (please click here to see the preparation form):
• No antibiotics and/or probiotics 14 days before the test. Patients can take other medications, such as diabetes and high blood pressure medications.
• No acid suppression medication (Dexilant, Omeprazole…) 1 day before the test
• Fasting for 12 hours before the test. Brushing teeth the morning of the test is allowed.
• No colonoscopy 30 days before the test
• Diet for the 12 hours before fasting: No fruits and fruit juices, vegetables, grain products, dairy products, artificial sweeteners and sugar, nuts and seeds, soy products, margarine and red meat.
• It is better only have these for last 12 hours before fasting: baked poultry or fish, plain steamed rice, broth and boil eggs
• No smoking the last 24 hours before the test
• No vigorous exercise or sleep one hour before the test
The day of the test, patients come in fasting condition. First, there will be a blowing in a bag and then patients are offered to drink a solution.
Urease Breath Test
Urease Breath Test The human stomach is naturally free of any bacteria or germs due to a highly acidic environment, but Helicobacter pylori
H. Pylori can be transmitted through direct contact with saliva, vomit or fecal matter of a patient or it can be transmitted through infected food or water. If somebody at home has
One of the best ways to diagnose H. Pylori infection is with a breath test. It is simple, noninvasive and fast with a higher accuracy than a stool or blood test.
Patients needs to follow some rules before the test ( please click here to see the preparation form )
Lactose Intolerance Breath Test
If a patient has diarrhea that occurs frequently after consuming milk or milk products, there is a possibility of lactose int
does not have the proper enzyme to digest the sugar component of milk. Gastroenterology Associates helps to confirm if lactose intolerance is the
culprit of diarrhea with a Lactose Intolerance Breath Test
THE PROCEDURE
After drinking a
Fructose Intolerance Breath Test
Patients with frequent bloating, cramping and diarrhea after taking food containing fructose (a form of sugar) may be fructose Intolerant. In order to confirm this diagnosis, Gastroenterology Associates has the ability to perform a Fructose Intolerance Breath Test while you are here in our office.
This test will confirm the patient’s inability to digest “Fructose,” which is the sugar found in onions, artichokes, pears, and wheat. It also can be found in many drinks.
THE PROCEDURE
At the beginning of the test, the patient has to blow into a bag and then the patient will have a glass of a fructose-containing beverage. The patient will have to wait for one hour and blow into the paper bag once again. This procedure has to be repeated additional two times. The entire test takes about 3 hours.
Our center utilizes a multidisciplinary team approaches your healthcare, which means that patients benefit from the combined expertise of physicians who have the knowledge, perspective, and experience to address all aspects of your complete gastroenterological care.
We also offer a full range of diagnostic procedures, as well as medical, surgical and minimally invasive treatment options to meet the individual needs of patients with gastroenterological conditions of any kind. Contact us if you are experiencing gastrointestinal issues that have not yet been addressed by our physicians.
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ABOUT DR.SCHUB
WHO WE ARE
We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality of care. Dr. Schub makes it his mission to give his patients individualized and quality care when they step into our office.
The high levels of satisfaction among our patients assures you before, during, and after your visit that you are in the hands of one of the best gastroenterologists in the area.

Testimonials
What People are Saying

“Great Experience”
"Great experience. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff, excellent customer service. Dr. Schub was excellent, answered all questions and never rushed through my visits. Highly recommended."
Gary C

“Highly Recommended”
"I've been visiting Dr. Schub for years. I have never been dissatisfied whether it's an office visit or colonoscopy. The office is great! Dr. Schub is very personable and explains everything very well. The colonoscopy procedure is great! The staff treats you very well while preparing. No pain, and great after care. I highly recommend this practice!!"
Melissa O

"It has been 10 years"
"Just saw Dr. Schub's page as a suggestion on here. It has been at least 10 years since I saw him and he did the best thing a doctor could do. He did the EGD down my throat. I was out, so I had no issues remembering a camera going down my mouth. We found the issue and fixed it. I've not had to see him again. That is how it should be. I shouldn't need years of follow up, but I know I'd go right back to him if I ever had an issue again."
Scott R

“High Quality Care”
"A high pressure career resulted in several significant medical problems prior to my retirement. Thanks to Dr. Schub and his outstanding staff, these problems were diagnosed early, resolved and monitored regularly, leading to my thoroughly enjoying retirement over the last 8 years. While EGD's and colonoscopy may not be the most enjoyable experiences, I'm extremely grateful for the extremely high quality care I've received."
Danigirl M
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Dr. Russell Schub
Advanced Endoscopy Center
8875 Centre Park Drive, Suite D
Columbia, MD 21045
PHONE: 410-489-3020
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