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Gastroenterology
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Doctors and Candidates of Medical Sciences
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Gastroenterology is a field of medicine exploring the work of digestive organs as well as diagnosing, treating and preventing gastrointestinal (GI) diseases.
At Medincentre you can receive a consultation from an experienced gastroenterologist and undergo comprehensive diagnostics of digestive organs with the use of modern equipment. We offer a wide spectrum of diagnostic and treatment procedures which will help you regain the health and normal function of your digestive system.
What diseases does a gastroenterologist treat?
A gastroenterologist specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of various gastrointestinal disorders, including:
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Gastritis
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Peptic ulcer disease of the stomach and duodenum
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Cholecystitis
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Pancreatitis
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Colitis
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Enteritis
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
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Dysbiosis
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Diseases of the liver and biliary tract
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Diseases of the rectum
Symptoms with which to consult a gastroenterologist
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Abdominal pain
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Heartburn, belching
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Nausea, vomiting
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Abdominal bloating
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Diarrhoea or constipation
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Loss of appetite
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Weight loss
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Blood in stool
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Difficulty swallowing
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Unpleasant taste in the mouth
Book an appointment with a gastroenterologist in Medincentre
Book an appointment with a gastroenterologist in Medincentre in the way most convenient for you: through our mobile app, by leaving a request on the website or by calling us.
We will take care of the health of your digestive system.
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Diagnosis of gastrointestinal diseases in Medincentre
At Medincentre we conduct comprehensive diagnostics of gastrointestinal diseases with the use of modern equipment:
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Lab tests: blood, stool and urine tests in our in-house Russian-Swiss laboratory
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Gastroscopy (EGD): an endoscopic procedure to inspect the oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum (also performed transnasally and with sedation)
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Colonoscopy: an endoscopic procedure to inspect the colon (also performed with sedation)
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Fibroelastometry (FibroScan): a non-invasive method for assessing the degree of liver fibrosis
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CT-scan: allows to capture detailed images of abdominal organs
- Ultrasound of abdominal organs: a safe and informative method of diagnostics
Treatment of gastrointestinal diseases at Medincentre
At Medincentre we use an individual approach to treating every patient. Depending on the diagnosis the following may be prescribed:
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Medication therapy
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Specific diet
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Physiotherapy: effective for certain gastrointestinal diseases
- Transportation up to 500 km from Moscow
- Doctors with 25 years of experience
How often do you need to go for a check-up with a gastroenterologist?
For prevention it is recommended to undergo check-ups with a gastroenterologist at least once a year. In the case of chronic diseases of the digestive system or appearance of any symptoms it is necessary to consult with a doctor off the schedule.
What diagnostics methods are most informative?
Different methods of gastrointestinal disease diagnosis are used. The most informative methods are gastroscopy and colonoscopy which allow to visually evaluate the condition of mucous membranes of digestive organs.
What to do if I am diagnosed with gastritis?
If you are diagnosed with gastritis you should consult a gastroenterologist to prescribe treatment. It usually includes medication therapy and a diet. It is important to maintain all of the doctors recommendations and refrain from bad habits to prevent the development of complications.
