Medical Gastroenterology

Gastroenterologists treat acid reflux (GERD), peptic ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's and ulcerative colitis), celiac disease, liver cirrhosis, hepatitis, pancreatitis, gallstone complications, and colorectal polyps.

See a gastroenterologist if you experience persistent heartburn, chronic abdominal pain, unexplained changes in bowel habits, blood in stool, difficulty swallowing, unexplained weight loss, jaundice, or if you are due for a colon cancer screening colonoscopy.

An endoscopy uses a flexible tube with a camera to examine the digestive tract. Upper endoscopy visualizes the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum, while a colonoscopy examines the large intestine. They are used for diagnosing symptoms, screening for cancer, and performing therapeutic procedures like polyp removal.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a functional gastrointestinal disorder causing abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits without structural damage. Management includes dietary modifications like a low-FODMAP diet, stress management, fiber supplementation, and medications for symptom relief.

Yes, gastroenterologists manage liver conditions including fatty liver disease, hepatitis B and C, cirrhosis, and autoimmune liver diseases. They order liver function tests, perform liver biopsies, prescribe antiviral medications, and monitor for complications.