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Understanding the Faecal Calprotectin Test
Understanding the Faecal Calprotectin Test
Gastroenterology Understanding theFaecal calprotectin test Faecal calprotectin results provide an objective...
Understanding the Faecal Occult Blood Test
Understanding the Faecal Occult Blood Test
Gastroenterology Understanding the Faecal Occult Blood Test A faecal occult blood test (FOBT) is a simple,...
TIF_ A New Non-Surgical Option for GERD
TIF: A New Non-Surgical Option for GERD
Gastroenterology TIF: A New Non-Surgical Option for GERD For those suffering from chronic acid reflux...
LINX Procedure_ Minimally Invasive Relief for Reflux
LINX Procedure: Minimally Invasive Relief for Reflux
Gastroenterology LINX Procedure: Minimally Invasive Relief for Reflux Offering relief by reinforcing...
Nissen Fundoplication_ A Surgical Solution for Reflux Disease
Nissen Fundoplication: A Surgical Solution for Reflux Disease
Gastroenterology Nissen Fundoplication: A Surgical Solution for Reflux Disease Nissen fundoplication,...
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What is gastroparesis ?
Gastroenterology What is Gastroparesis Gastroparesis, delayed gastric emptying, and issues with stomach...

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What cannot be seen during an abdominal ultrasound_
What can not be seen during an abdominal ultrasound?
Gastroenterology What cannot be seen during an abdominal ultrasound? While abdominal ultrasound serves...
What can be seen during an abdominal ultrasound_
What can be seen during an abdominal ultrasound?
Gastroenterology What can be seen during an abdominal ultrasound? The abdominal ultrasound emerges as...
Left Shoulder Blade Pain and the Digestive System
Left Shoulder Blade Pain and the Digestive System
Gastroenterology Left Shoulder Blade Pain and the Digestive System Experiencing pain in the left shoulder...
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Should you fast before an abdominal ultrasound?
Gastroenterology Should you fast before an abdominal ultrasound? An abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive...
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When should you have a colonoscopy ?
Gastroenterology When should you have a colonoscopy ? A colonoscopy is an important screening test that...
Should you opt for sedation during a gastroscopy _
Should I Be Sedated for a Gastroscopy?
Gastroenterology Should you opt for sedation during a gastroscopy ? A gastroscopy, also known as an upper...
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Is an abdominal ultrasound painful ?
Gastroenterology Is an abdominal ultrasound painful ? An abdominal ultrasound is a safe, common imaging...
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Is a gastroscopy different from an endoscopy ?
Gastroenterology Is a gastroscopy different from an endoscopy ? Endoscopy is a broad term referring to...
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Can low stomach acid cause symptoms ?
Gastroenterology Can low stomach acid cause symptoms ? Stomach acid, also referred to as gastric acid,...
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What are gastric ulcers ?
Gastroenterology What are gastric ulcers ? Gastric ulcers, also known as stomach ulcers, are open sores...
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Why Do You Feel Full Quickly?
Gastroenterology What are the causes of feeling full very quickly? The sensation of feeling full quickly,...
Transnasal Gastroscopy
What is a transnasal gastroscopy ?
Gastroenterology What is a transnasal gastroscopy ? Medical advancements continue to redefine the landscape...
Can Vomiting be a sign of GERD-thumb
Can Vomiting be a sign of GERD ?
Gastroenterology Can vomiting be a sign of GERD ? Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a prevalent...
Can Abdominal Adhesions cause abdominal pain_ _thumb
Can Abdominal Adhesions cause abdominal pain?
Gastroenterology Can Abdominal Adhesions cause abdominal pain? Abdominal adhesions are fibrous bands...
Can reflux disease affect the lungs?
Can reflux disease affect the lungs?
Gastroenterology Can reflux disease affect the lungs? Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is commonly...
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Is there a pill for supragastric belching?
Gastroenterology Heartburn and GERD Supragastric belching, characterized by air swallowing without the...
Hearburn and GERD
Heartburn and GERD
Gastroenterology Heartburn and GERD Heartburn and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) are often used...
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Locations: Liverpool St Digestive Centre
Gastroenterology Locations: Liverpool St Digestive Centre When it comes to private gastroenterology...
Retrograde UES Dysfunction and Bloating (R-UES)
Retrograde UES Dysfunction and Bloating (R-UES)
Gastroenterology Retrograde UES Dysfunction and Bloating (R-UES) Bloating is a common digestive woe that...
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Is the breath test for SIBO accurate?
Gastroenterology Is the breath test for SIBO accurate? Breath tests for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth...
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SIBO and Acid reflux
Gastroenterology SIBO and Acid reflux In the intricate world of gastrointestinal health, Small Intestinal...
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What are Postbiotics?
Gastroenterology What are Postbiotics? When we think about maintaining a healthy gut, probiotics and...
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Examples of natural probiotics
Gastroenterology Examples of natural probiotics Probiotics, often called “good bacteria,”...
Difference between SIBO and dysbiosis
Difference between SIBO and dysbiosis
Gastroenterology Difference between SIBO and dysbiosis In recent years, the health of our gut microbiome...
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COVID and Acid reflux
Gastroenterology COVID and Acid reflux The COVID-19 pandemic has not only affected millions of lives...
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Dietian Consultation
Treatments Dietian Consultation Unlock the key to improved digestive health with our comprehensive Dietitian...
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What is the transverse abdominis muscle
Gastroenterology What is the transverse abdominis muscle (corset muscle) The transverse abdominis muscle,...
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What can you see during an abdominal ultrasound?
Gastroenterology What can you see during an abdominal ultrasound? An abdominal ultrasound is a medical...
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What is a private colonoscopy
Gastroenterology What is a private colonoscopy ? A private colonoscopy is a medical procedure in which...
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What is a private gastroscopy? 
Gastroenterology What is a private gastroscopy? A private gastroscopy is a medical procedure in which...
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What is a selfpay colonoscopy?
Gastroenterology What is a selfpay colonoscopy? A self-pay colonoscopy is a procedure in which a patient...
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What is a self pay gastroscopy?
Gastroenterology What is a self pay gastroscopy? A self-pay gastroscopy is a procedure where a patient...
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What is Gastroparesiss
Gastroenterology What is Gastroparesiss Gastroparesis is a medical condition in which the muscles of...
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What is abdominal migraine? 
Gastroenterology What is abdominal migraine? Abdominal migraine is a type of migraine headache that...
What is a low histamine diet?
What is a low histamine diet?
Gastroenterology What is a low histamine diet? A low histamine diet is a type of dietary restriction...
What is mast cells activation syndrome? 
What is mast cells activation syndrome? 
Gastroenterology What is mast cells activation syndrome? Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a condition...
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What doctors specialise in the digestive system 
Gastroenterology What doctors specialise in the digestive system There are several medical specialties...
Acid reflux in athletes
Acid reflux in athletes
Gastroenterology Acid reflux in athletes Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease...
Gut directed hypnotherapy
Gut directed hypnotherapy 
Gastroenterology Gut directed hypnotherapy Gut-directed hypnotherapy is a form of complementary therapy...
Antidepressants for IBS
Antidepressants for IBS 
Gastroenterology Antidepressants for IBS  Antidepressants are a type of medication that have been shown...
Cognitive behavioural therapy in IBS
Cognitive behavioural therapy in IBS 
Gastroenterology Cognitive behavioural therapy in IBS Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of...
Hypnotherapy in IBS
Hypnotherapy in IBS 
Gastroenterology Hypnotherapy in IBS Hypnotherapy is a complementary therapy that has been shown to be...
Causes of increase gas production
Causes of increase gas production
Gastroenterology Causes of increased gas production Increased intestinal gas production can be caused...
SIBO
SIBO
FAQ Gastroenterology SIBO Q: What is SIBO? A: SIBO stands for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth,...
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
FAQ Gastroenterology Q: What is a gastroenterologist?  A: A gastroenterologist is a medical...
Ultrasound
Ultrasound
FAQ Ultrasound Q: What is an abdominal ultrasound? A: An abdominal ultrasound is a medical imaging test...
Neurogastroenterology
Neurogastroenterology
FAQ Neurogastroenterology Q: What is neurogastroenterology? A: Neurogastroenterology is a branch...
Coeliac disease
Coeliac disease
FAQ Coeliac disease Q: What is coeliac disease? A: Coeliac disease is a condition where the body’s...
Colon cancer
Colon cancer
FAQ Colon cancer Q: What is colon cancer?  A: Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer,...
Rectal bleeding
Rectal bleeding
FAQ Rectal bleeding Q: What is rectal bleeding?  A: Rectal bleeding refers to the passage of...
weight loss medications
weight loss medications
FAQ weight loss medications Q: What are weight loss medications? A: Weight loss medications are...
Enteric nervous system
Enteric nervous system
FAQ Enteric nervous system Q: What is the enteric nervous system? A: The enteric nervous system...
Patient Tips: How to talk about bowel issues with your doctor
How to talk about bowel issues with your doctor
Patient Tips How to talk about bowel issues with your doctor Digestive problems are common, and many...
Non-cardiac chest pain
Non-cardiac chest pain
Conditions Non-cardiac chest pain What You Need to Know Chest pain can be a scary symptom, causing many...
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Conditions Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive condition...
Stretta anti-reflux procedure
Stretta anti-reflux procedure
Treatments Stretta anti-reflux procedure Stretta Anti-Reflux Procedure: A Minimally Invasive Solution...
Endoscopic removal of polyps
Endoscopic removal of polyps
Treatments Endoscopic removal of polyps Polyps in the stomach or bowel are common and can often be detected...
Dietary therapies
Dietary therapies
Treatments Dietary therapies Dietary Therapies: Managing Stomach Conditions Dietary therapies can be...
voiceTherapy
Voice therapy
Treatments Voice Therapy Voice Therapy: Getting Your Voice Back to Its Best The human voice is a powerful...
Complimentary therapies
Complimentary therapies
Treatments Complimentary therapies Conditions such as gastritis, functional dyspepsia, functional heartburn,...
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Private Gastroenterology Consultations
Procedures Private Consultations Private Gastroenterology Consultation: What to Expect Gastrointestinal...
Bravo capsule
What is Bravo PH capsule Testing ?
Procedures What is Bravo PH capsule Testing ? Combined gastroscopy and BRAVO pH capsule procedure Gastroscopy...
GI physiology studies ​
What are Gastrointestinal physiology tests ?
Procedures What are Gastrointestinal physiology tests ? The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is responsible...
Breath tests for SIBO
What are Breath Tests ?
Procedures Breath Tests Breath tests are a non-invasive diagnostic tool used in gastroenterology to diagnose...
Haemorrhoidal banding
Haemorrhoidal Treatment
Procedures Haemorrhoidal Treatment What is Haemorrhoidal banding? Haemorrhoidal banding is a procedure...
Abdominal ultrasound ​
What is a private abdominal ultrasound?
Procedures Ultrasound What is an abdominal ultrasound? A private abdominal ultrasound is an ultrasound...
Transnasal Gastroscopy
What is transnasal gastroscopy?
Procedures What is transnasal gastroscopy? Transnasal gastroscopy (TNG) is a minimally invasive endoscopic...
colonoscopy
What is a private colonoscopy ?
Procedures What is a private colonoscopy ? A private colonoscopy is a medical procedure in which a patient...
Gastroscopy
What is a private gastroscopy?
Procedures What is a private gastroscopy? A private gastroscopy is a medical procedure in which a patient...
Oesophageal strictures (narrowing of the oesophagus)
Oesophageal strictures
Conditions Oesophageal strictures (narrowing of the oesophagus) Medical conditions, such as chronic acid...
Gastritis
Gastritis
Conditions Gastritis Gastritis is a gastrointestinal condition characterized by inflammation (redness)...
Diverticular disease and diverticulitis
Diverticular disease and diverticulitis
Conditions Diverticular disease and diverticulitis Diverticular disease is a condition in which small...
Burning Mouth Syndrome
Burning Mouth Syndrome
Conditions Burning Mouth Syndrome This condition is known as burning mouth syndrome, which can cause...
Oesophageal cancer and pre-cancerous lesions
Oesophageal cancer and pre-cancerous lesions
Conditions Oesophageal cancer and pre-cancerous lesions Oesophageal cancer refers to a malignant growth...
High-resolution manometry of the oesophagus
Eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE)
Conditions Eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE) Eosinophilic oesophagitis, commonly referred to as oesophageal...
Haemorrhoids
What are piles or haemorrhoids?
Conditions What are piles or haemorrhoids? Piles or hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus and lower...
What is H pylori?
What is H pylori?
Conditions What is H pylori? H pylori (Helicobacter pylori) is a type of bacteria that can infect the...
Postcholecystectomy syndrome?
What is Postcholecystectomy syndrome?
Conditions What is Postcholecystectomy syndrome? Postcholecystectomy syndrome (PCS) refers to a group...
Functional dyspepsia
What is Functional dyspepsia?
Conditions What is Functional dyspepsia? Functional dyspepsia (FD) is a digestive disorder characterized...
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
What is SIBO?
Conditions What is SIBO? Small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition in which there is...
Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR}
Laryngopharyngeal reflux
Conditions Laryngopharyngeal reflux Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is a type of acid reflux that occurs...
Barrett’s Oesophagus
Barrett’s Oesophagus
Conditions What is Barrett’s oesophagus? Barrett’s esophagus is a condition in which the normal...
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Inflammatory bowel disease
Conditions Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) IBD stands for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, which is a group...
acid reflux GERD
GERD or GORD
Conditions What is Acid reflux? Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is...
Functional heartburn
Functional heartburn
Conditions Functional heartburn Functional heartburn pertains to the manifestation of painful burning...
Coeliac disease
What is coeliac disease?
Conditions What is coeliac disease? Coeliac disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the...
Endometriosis
Endometriosis
Conditions Endometriosis Endometriosis is a persistent medical condition characterised by the growth...
achalasia
Achalasia
Conditions Achalasia Achalasia is a rare condition of the esophagus, the tube that connects the mouth...
belching burping
Belching and burping
Symptoms Belching and burping Belching and burping arise due to the presence of excessive air within...
Swallowing-Problems
Swallowing Problems
Symptoms Swallowing Problems (Dysphagia) Occasionally, food can become lodged in the throat or oesophagus...
Mouth-sores-and-ulcers
Mouth sores and ulcers
Symptoms Mouth sores and ulcers It is possible that a gastrointestinal (GI) problem, such as acid reflux,...
Chronic-diarrhoea
Chronic diarrhoea
Symptoms Chronic diarrhoea Chronic diarrhoea is a prevalent problem that can impact individuals of all...
constipation
Constipation
Symptoms Constipation If an individual is experiencing constipation, they may encounter difficulty in...
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Change in taste
Symptoms Change in taste A transient alteration in taste is often attributed to viral infections such...
bloating
Bloating
Symptoms Bloating This article  provides guidance on bloating symptoms, including how to identify...
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Stomach pain
Symptoms Stomach pain Abdominal pain or stomach ache is a prevalent symptom of various medical conditions....
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Nausea and vomiting
Symptoms Nausea and vomiting Nausea is an unpleasant sensation of unease and discomfort in the stomach,...
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Hoarseness of voice
Symptoms Hoarseness of voice Hoarseness and a persistent sore throat are common symptoms that could indicate...
Cough and throat clearing
Cough and throat clearing
Symptoms Cough and throat clearing Whilst occasional coughing or throat clearing is natural, persistent...
Chest-Pain
Chest pain and discomfort
Symptoms Chest pain and discomfort Chest pain and discomfort can frequently be attributed to digestive...