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Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology is a medical specialty focused on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, which includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon), rectum, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Here’s a summary of what gastroenterologists do:
- Acid Reflux and GERD: Management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and related conditions.
- Peptic Ulcers: Diagnosis and treatment of ulcers in the stomach or duodenum.
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Management of chronic conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Treatment of functional gastrointestinal disorders characterized by abdominal pain and altered bowel habits.
- Hepatitis: Diagnosis and management of viral hepatitis (e.g., Hepatitis B and C).
- Fatty Liver Disease: Treatment of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and alcoholic liver disease.
- Cirrhosis: Management of liver cirrhosis and its complications.
- Pancreatitis: Treatment of acute and chronic inflammation of the pancreas.
- Pancreatic Cancer: Diagnosis and management of pancreatic tumors.
- Colon Cancer Screening: Performing and interpreting colonoscopies for early detection of colorectal cancer.
- Diverticulitis: Treatment of inflammation or infection of diverticula in the colon.
- Upper Endoscopy (EGD): Examination of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum using a flexible tube with a camera.
- Colonoscopy: Examination of the colon and rectum using a flexible tube with a camera, often for screening purposes.
- Dietary Advice: Providing guidance on diet and lifestyle changes to manage digestive disorders.
- Weight Management: Assisting with obesity and related GI issues.