Gastroenterology

GERD

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease is condition in which the stomach acid frequently flows back into the tube connecting mouth and stomach (esophagus). People can manage GERD with lifestyle changes but some people may need medications or sometimes surgery.

Constipation

Constipation is the difficulty to pass stool that persists for several weeks or longer. Though occasional constipation is common some people experience Chronic constipation. Chronic constipation is a condition in which an individual faces excessive strain in order to have a bowel movement.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

In this condition your colon muscles contract more or less often than normal. Certain foods, emotion and stress, other medicines can trigger such a condition which leads to abdominal pain, bloating, constipation or diarrhea.

Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are swollen vein in the lower rectal region and may be internal or external. Internal generally cause bleeding with mild or no pain. External hemorrhoids cause pain, swelling, itching or irritation and sometimes bleeding.

Colitis

Colitis is inflammation of the colon which causes discomfort and pain in the abdomen. Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease are most common conditions of colitis that causes inflammation and bleeding ulcers within the inner lining of large intestine.