Gastroenterology Understanding the Faecal calprotectin test Faecal calprotectin results provide an objective...

Gastroenterology Understanding the Faecal Occult Blood Test A faecal occult blood test (FOBT) is a simple,...

Gastroenterology TIF: A New Non-Surgical Option for GERD For those suffering from chronic acid reflux...

Gastroenterology LINX Procedure: Minimally Invasive Relief for Reflux Offering relief by reinforcing...

Gastroenterology Nissen Fundoplication: A Surgical Solution for Reflux Disease Nissen fundoplication,...

Gastroenterology What is Gastroparesis Gastroparesis, delayed gastric emptying, and issues with stomach...

Gastroenterology What cannot be seen during an abdominal ultrasound? While abdominal ultrasound serves...

Gastroenterology What can be seen during an abdominal ultrasound? The abdominal ultrasound emerges as...

Gastroenterology Left Shoulder Blade Pain and the Digestive System Experiencing pain in the left shoulder...

Gastroenterology Should you fast before an abdominal ultrasound? An abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive...

Gastroenterology When should you have a colonoscopy ? A colonoscopy is an important screening test that...

Gastroenterology Should you opt for sedation during a gastroscopy ? A gastroscopy, also known as an upper...

Gastroenterology Is an abdominal ultrasound painful ? An abdominal ultrasound is a safe, common imaging...

Gastroenterology Is a gastroscopy different from an endoscopy ? Endoscopy is a broad term referring to...

Gastroenterology Can low stomach acid cause symptoms ? Stomach acid, also referred to as gastric acid,...

Gastroenterology What are gastric ulcers ? Gastric ulcers, also known as stomach ulcers, are open sores...

Gastroenterology What are the causes of feeling full very quickly? The sensation of feeling full quickly,...

Gastroenterology What is a transnasal gastroscopy ? Medical advancements continue to redefine the landscape...

Gastroenterology Can vomiting be a sign of GERD ? Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a prevalent...

Gastroenterology Can Abdominal Adhesions cause abdominal pain? Abdominal adhesions are fibrous bands...

Gastroenterology Can reflux disease affect the lungs? Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is commonly...

Gastroenterology Heartburn and GERD Supragastric belching, characterized by air swallowing without the...

Gastroenterology Heartburn and GERD Heartburn and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are often used...

Gastroenterology Locations: Liverpool St Digestive Centre When it comes to private gastroenterology...

Gastroenterology Retrograde UES Dysfunction and Bloating (R-UES) Bloating is a common digestive woe that...

Gastroenterology Is the breath test for SIBO accurate? Breath tests for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth...

Gastroenterology SIBO and Acid reflux In the intricate world of gastrointestinal health, Small Intestinal...

Gastroenterology What are Postbiotics? When we think about maintaining a healthy gut, probiotics and...

Gastroenterology Examples of natural probiotics Probiotics, often called “good bacteria,”...

Gastroenterology Difference between SIBO and dysbiosis In recent years, the health of our gut microbiome...

Gastroenterology COVID and Acid reflux The COVID-19 pandemic has not only affected millions of lives...

Treatments Dietian Consultation Unlock the key to improved digestive health with our comprehensive Dietitian...

Gastroenterology What is the transverse abdominis muscle (corset muscle) The transverse abdominis muscle,...

Gastroenterology What can you see during an abdominal ultrasound? An abdominal ultrasound is a medical...

Gastroenterology What is a private colonoscopy ? A private colonoscopy is a medical procedure in which...

Gastroenterology What is a private gastroscopy? A private gastroscopy is a medical procedure in which...

Gastroenterology What is a selfpay colonoscopy? A self-pay colonoscopy is a procedure in which a patient...

Gastroenterology What is a self pay gastroscopy? A self-pay gastroscopy is a procedure where a patient...

Gastroenterology What is Gastroparesiss Gastroparesis is a medical condition in which the muscles of...

Gastroenterology What is abdominal migraine? Abdominal migraine is a type of migraine headache that...

Gastroenterology What is a low histamine diet? A low histamine diet is a type of dietary restriction...

Gastroenterology What is mast cells activation syndrome? Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a condition...

Gastroenterology What doctors specialise in the digestive system There are several medical specialties...

Gastroenterology Acid reflux in athletes Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease...

Gastroenterology Gut directed hypnotherapy Gut-directed hypnotherapy is a form of complementary therapy...

Gastroenterology Antidepressants for IBS  Antidepressants are a type of medication that have been shown...

Gastroenterology Cognitive behavioural therapy in IBS Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of...

Gastroenterology Hypnotherapy in IBS Hypnotherapy is a complementary therapy that has been shown to...

Gastroenterology Causes of increased gas production Increased intestinal gas production can be caused...

FAQ SIBO Q: What is SIBO? A: SIBO stands for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, which is a condition...

FAQ Gastroenterology Q: What is a gastroenterologist?  A: A gastroenterologist is a medical specialist...

FAQ Ultrasound Q: What is an abdominal ultrasound? A: An abdominal ultrasound is a medical imaging test...

FAQ Neurogastroenterology Q: What is neurogastroenterology? A: Neurogastroenterology is a branch of...

FAQ Coeliac disease Q: What is coeliac disease? A: Coeliac disease is a condition where the body’s...

FAQ Colon cancer Q: What is colon cancer?  A: Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is a type...

FAQ Rectal bleeding Q: What is rectal bleeding?  A: Rectal bleeding refers to the passage of blood through...

FAQ The autonomic nervous system Q: What is the autonomic nervous system? A: The autonomic nervous system...

FAQ weight loss medications Q: What are weight loss medications? A: Weight loss medications are drugs...

FAQ Enteric nervous system Q: What is the enteric nervous system? A: The enteric nervous system is a...

Patient Tips How to talk about bowel issues with your doctor Digestive problems are common, and many...

Conditions Non-cardiac chest pain What You Need to Know Chest pain can be a scary symptom, causing many...

Conditions Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive condition...

Treatments Stretta anti-reflux procedure Stretta Anti-Reflux Procedure: A Minimally Invasive Solution...

Treatments Endoscopic removal of polyps Polyps in the stomach or bowel are common and can often be detected...

Treatments Dietary therapies Dietary Therapies: Managing Stomach Conditions Dietary therapies can be...

Treatments Voice Therapy Voice Therapy: Getting Your Voice Back to Its Best The human voice is a powerful...

Treatments Complimentary therapies Conditions such as gastritis, functional dyspepsia, functional heartburn,...

Procedures Private Consultations Private Gastroenterology Consultation: What to Expect Gastrointestinal...

Procedures What is Bravo PH capsule Testing ? Combined gastroscopy and BRAVO pH capsule procedure Gastroscopy...

Procedures What are Gastrointestinal physiology tests ? The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is responsible...

Procedures Breath Tests Breath tests are a non-invasive diagnostic tool used in gastroenterology to diagnose...

Procedures Haemorrhoidal Treatment What is Haemorrhoidal banding? Haemorrhoidal banding is a procedure...

Procedures Ultrasound What is an abdominal ultrasound? A private abdominal ultrasound is an ultrasound...

Procedures What is transnasal gastroscopy? Transnasal gastroscopy (TNG) is a minimally invasive endoscopic...

Procedures What is a private colonoscopy ? A private colonoscopy is a medical procedure in which a patient...

Procedures What is a private gastroscopy? A private gastroscopy is a medical procedure in which a patient...

Conditions Oesophageal strictures (narrowing of the oesophagus) Medical conditions, such as chronic...

Conditions Gastritis Gastritis is a gastrointestinal condition characterized by inflammation (redness)...

Conditions Diverticular disease and diverticulitis Diverticular disease is a condition in which small...

Conditions Burning Mouth Syndrome This condition is known as burning mouth syndrome, which can cause...

Conditions Oesophageal cancer and pre-cancerous lesions Oesophageal cancer refers to a malignant growth...

Conditions Eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE) Eosinophilic oesophagitis, commonly referred to as oesophageal...

Conditions What are piles or haemorrhoids? Piles or hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus and lower...

Conditions What is H pylori? H pylori (Helicobacter pylori) is a type of bacteria that can infect the...

Conditions What is Postcholecystectomy syndrome? Postcholecystectomy syndrome (PCS) refers to a group...

Conditions What is Functional dyspepsia? Functional dyspepsia (FD) is a digestive disorder characterized...

Conditions What is SIBO? Small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition in which there is...

Conditions Laryngopharyngeal reflux Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is a type of acid reflux that occurs...

Conditions What is Barrett’s oesophagus? Barrett’s esophagus is a condition in which the normal...

Conditions Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) IBD stands for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, which is a group...

Conditions What is Acid reflux? Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is...

Conditions Functional heartburn Functional heartburn pertains to the manifestation of painful burning...

Conditions What is coeliac disease? Coeliac disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the...

Conditions Endometriosis Endometriosis is a persistent medical condition characterised by the growth...

Conditions Achalasia Achalasia is a rare condition of the esophagus, the tube that connects the mouth...

Symptoms Belching and burping Belching and burping arise due to the presence of excessive air within...

Symptoms Swallowing Problems (Dysphagia) Occasionally, food can become lodged in the throat or oesophagus...

Symptoms Mouth sores and ulcers It is possible that a gastrointestinal (GI) problem, such as acid reflux,...

Symptoms Chronic diarrhoea Chronic diarrhoea is a prevalent problem that can impact individuals of all...

Symptoms Constipation If an individual is experiencing constipation, they may encounter difficulty in...