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Gastroenterology

The Department of Gastroenterology at the Citizens Specialty Hospital offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for patients suffering from gastrointestinal conditions. The conditions treated at the department ranges from simple diseases, such as acidity, to complex and life-threatening illnesses, such as gastrointestinal cancer. The department has dedicated digestive, liver, pancreatic and inflammatory bowel disease clinics to provide customized and dedicated diagnosis and treatment facilities.In addition, the department is equipped with state-of-the-art radiology and histology services for immediate and accurate diagnosis of disease and an advanced surgical department for performing complex procedures.

The center is proficient in managing simple cases with dietary and lifestyle changes and adept at dealing with complex and critical cases in line with international standards.

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Large intestinal disorders

The large intestine, also called the colon, is the place for the production and storage of stool. Several diseases affect the large intestine. These are colon cancer, colon polyps, ulcerative colitis,...

Esophageal disorders

Esophagus is the tube that facilitates the passing of food from the oral cavity to the stomach. Several conditions affect the esophagus; these include GERD, Barrett's esophagus, and eosinophilic...

Liver disorders

Liver is the largest internal organ and performs several essential functions. As the liver detoxifies harmful substances, reduced liver function results in the accumulation of toxic substances,...

Stomach

The stomach is part of the digestive tract and is located in the upper abdominal region. The stomach is divided into different regions: the fundic, body, cardiac, and pyloric. The main role of the...

Pancreas

Pancreas is both an exocrine and an endocrine gland. It helps digestion through its exocrine function and regulates blood sugar via its endocrine function. The digestive fluid of the pancreas contains...

Nutrition

Maintaining adequate nutrition helps manage the symptoms of gastrointestinal disease. Dietary habits and certain types of food play an important role in preventing and managing the symptoms of several...

Duodenum

Duodenum is part of the small intestine connected to the stomach. Several conditions may affect the duodenum, such as duodenal ulcers, duodenal cancer, duodenum inversion, duodenitis, and Crohn's...

Biliary disorders

Biliary disorders involve diseases related to the bile ducts, gallbladder, and other structures related to bile juice transport. The diagnosis of bile diseases can be made through liver function...

Small Intestine

The small intestine is a part of the gastrointestinal tract and connects the stomach with the large intestine. It is divided into three sections, i.e., the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. It helps in...

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What are the common symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders?

Some common gastrointestinal disorder symptoms are constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, belching, bloating, flatulence, acidification, abdominal pain, acid reflux, heartburn, dyspepsia, blood in stool, loss of appetite, weight loss, dysphagia, rectal bleeding and pain, and incontinence.

What are the various diseases treated by a gastroenterologist?

Some of the common diseases treated by a gastroenterologist are:

  • Irritable bowel syndrome: Irritable bowel syndrome is characterized by increased or decreased colon muscle contraction. Patients experience bloating, excessive gas, and changes in bowel habits.
  • Dyspepsia: It is also known as indigestion and causes symptoms such as bloating, heartburn, and acid reflux.
  • Hemorrhoids: In this condition, the veins of the anal canal are dilated and swollen. These may be internal or external.
  • Inflammatory bowel disease: In this condition, the patients have inflammation in the digestive tract lining.
  • Pancreatitis: This condition involves inflammation of the pancreas.
  • Gallbladder diseases: Gallbladder diseases include gallstones, gallbladder cancer, cholecystitis, and cholangitis.
  • Liver diseases: Liver diseases include primary biliary cirrhosis, liver cancer, and hepatitis.
  • Esophageal diseases: The conditions related to the esophagus are GERD, Barrett's esophagus, and eosinophilic esophagitis

How can I keep my gastrointestinal tract healthy?

Several measures help in attaining gastrointestinal health, such as:

  • Eating a high fiber diet
  • Drink sufficient quantity of water
  • Reduce your intake of high-fat foods.
  • Follow a regular schedule of eating
  • Add probiotics to your daily diet
  • Avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, and consuming caffeinated beverages.
  • Lead a physically active life

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