Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology is a speciality which deals with health care of digestive system. Our Gastroenterologists are specialized doctors who perform diagnosis, provide treatment and prevent digestive health issues right from mouth to anus.
Gastroenterology Focus Areas
The various areas Gastroenterologists focus on are:
- Mouth
- Pharynx
- Esophagus
- Small Intestine
- Large Intestine
- Stomach
- Liver
- Gallbladder
- Pancreas
- Rectum
- Anus
Common Gastroenterology Diseases
Common problems in Gastroenterology are,
- Anal Fissures
- Appendicitis
- Celiac Disease
- Colon Polyps and Cancer
- Constipation
- Diverticular Disease
- Dyspepsia
- Gastritis
- Gallstones
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Lactose Intolerance
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcer
Common Gastroenterology Procedures
Common procedures in Gastroenterology are,
- Abdominal X-ray
- Abdominal Ultrasound
- Barium Swallow
- Barium Enema
- Colonoscopy
- CT Scan of the Liver
- CT Scan of the Abdomen
- CT Scan of the Pancreas
- Endoscopy
- ERCP
- Laparoscopy
- Liver Biopsy
- Proctectomy