Gastroenterology and Hepatology

A Gastroenterology & Hepatology clinic specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of diseases that affect the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, intestines, stomach, and esophagus. Doctors in these clinics assess and treat various conditions, from simple infections to complex chronic diseases.

Common Conditions Treated:

• Liver Diseases: Viral hepatitis, autoimmune hepatitis, cirrhosis, and fatty liver disease.
• Digestive System Diseases: these include peptic ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
• Digestive Disorders: Indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and jaundice.

How are these conditions managed?

• Diagnosis: A variety of tests are used to diagnose diseases, including:
  • Blood tests
  • Ultrasound
  • CT scan
  • MRI
  • Endoscopy
  • Tissue biopsy
• Treatment: Treatment depends on the type and severity of the disease and may include:
  • Medications
  • Diet
  • Surgery
  • Interventional procedures
• Follow-up: Regular follow-up is provided for patients to ensure the effectiveness of treatment and control of the disease.
• Prevention: Advice is provided on preventing liver and digestive diseases, such as healthy eating, exercise, and smoking cessation.

When should you visit a Gastroenterologist? If you experience any of the following symptoms, it’s advisable to consult a specialist:

• Abdominal pain
• Chronic diarrhea or constipation
• Unexplained weight loss
• Yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice)
• Nausea and vomiting
• Heartburn
• Blood in the stool or vomit
  

  
  
  Gastroenterologists refer to general surgeons when the patient’s condition requires surgical intervention due to acute complications, failure of medical or endoscopic treatment, or presence of tumors or lesions not manageable without surgery.