Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the digestive system and its disorders. It involves the study, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions affecting the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and colon.

Doctors who specialize in this field are called gastroenterologists.

🍽️ What Does a Gastroenterologist Treat?

🔹 Esophagus & Stomach

Acid reflux / GERD (heartburn)

Gastritis

Esophageal strictures or swallowing issues

Peptic ulcers

H. pylori infection

🔹 Intestines (Small & Large)

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) – Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis

Celiac disease

Constipation or diarrhea

Colon polyps and colon cancer

🔹 Liver, Gallbladder & Pancreas

Fatty liver disease (NAFLD)

Hepatitis A, B, or C

Gallstones

Pancreatitis

Liver cirrhosis