What is Gastroenterology?
Gastroenterology covers disorders of the digestive system including the oesophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. India-based gastroenterologists use advanced endoscopic and imaging techniques to treat conditions from acid reflux and IBS to complex liver disease and GI cancers, at 60–70% lower cost than the UK.
Types of Gastroenterology
General Gastroenterology
Diagnoses and manages IBS, GORD, peptic ulcers, and digestive disorders.
Hepatology
Specialises in liver diseases including hepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer.
Therapeutic Endoscopy
Advanced endoscopic procedures to treat bleeding, remove polyps, and place stents.
Colorectal Medicine
Focuses on IBD, colorectal cancer, and haemorrhoids.
Pancreatology
Specialised care for acute and chronic pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer.
Types of Gastroenterology Treatments
OGD (Upper Endoscopy)
Camera examination of the oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum for diagnosis and treatment.
Colonoscopy
Examination of the colon to detect polyps, cancer, or IBD.
ERCP
Endoscopic procedure to treat bile duct and pancreatic duct problems including gallstones.
Antiviral Therapy
Direct-acting antivirals for hepatitis C achieving cure rates above 95%.
Possible Causes
- Diet & Lifestyle: Poor diet, excess alcohol, and obesity drive fatty liver and GORD.
- Infections: H. pylori causes peptic ulcers; hepatitis viruses cause liver inflammation.
- Autoimmune Conditions: Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are immune-mediated conditions.
- Genetic Factors: Family history increases risk for colorectal cancer and IBD.
Conditions Treated
Common Procedures
Why is Gastroenterology needed?
- Investigate and treat chronic abdominal pain, bloating, or indigestion
- Diagnose IBS, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis
- Screen for colorectal cancer through colonoscopy
- Manage hepatitis B/C, cirrhosis, and liver failure
- Treat gallstones, pancreatitis, and bile duct disorders
When should you see a specialist?
- Persistent heartburn, acid reflux, or difficulty swallowing
- Unexplained weight loss or change in bowel habits
- Blood in stool or persistent anaemia
- Family history of colorectal cancer (screening from age 40–45)
- Jaundice or abnormal liver function tests
Precautions & Aftercare
- Fast as instructed before endoscopy or colonoscopy procedures
- Follow the prescribed bowel preparation diet before colonoscopy
- Avoid NSAIDs and aspirin for one week before procedures
- Abstain from alcohol entirely if receiving liver treatment
- Follow a low-fat, easily digestible diet post-procedure
- Attend all follow-up appointments and report any bleeding or severe pain
Why Choose medmaxcare for Gastroenterology?
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