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Gastroenterology
Gastroenterologists treat the digestive system — stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas and gallbladder — from acidity and IBS to ulcers and liver disease.
Conditions treated
- Acid reflux (GERD) & gastritis
- Peptic ulcers
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s, colitis)
- Fatty liver & hepatitis
- Gallstones
- Piles (haemorrhoids)
Common symptoms
Tests & procedures
- Liver function (LFT)
- Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Ultrasound abdomen
- Hepatitis B
Conditions we cover in Gastroenterology
- Acid Reflux (GERD)
- Gastritis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Crohn's Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Coeliac Disease
- Gallstones
- Pancreatitis
- Viral Hepatitis
- Fatty Liver
- Food Poisoning
- Constipation
- Haemorrhoids (Piles)
- Anal Fissure
- Diverticulitis
- H. pylori Infection
- Lactose Intolerance
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Colorectal (Bowel) Cancer
When to see a doctor urgently
- Vomiting blood, or black/tarry stools — urgent
- Blood in the stool or a persistent change in bowel habit
- Difficulty swallowing or unexplained weight loss
- Persistent abdominal pain or reflux not settling
Frequently asked questions
What does a gastroenterologist do?
They diagnose and treat digestive and liver conditions, and perform procedures like endoscopy and colonoscopy to look inside the gut.
When is acidity a reason to see a specialist?
If reflux is frequent, not settling with treatment, or comes with trouble swallowing, weight loss or bleeding, a gastroenterologist should assess it.
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Sources & further reading
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- MedlinePlus — U.S. National Library of Medicine
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, India
- Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Reviewed by Dr. Sanjay Anbu, MBBS. MedDroid is an AI medical assistant and can make mistakes. It provides general health information, not a diagnosis or medical advice — always consult a qualified clinician. In an emergency, contact your local emergency number immediately.