All Gastroenterological Conditions

Reflux is a common condition that occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back up into the tube connecting your mouth and stomach (oesophagus).

Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anaemia (a low red blood cell count) worldwide. Iron is essential for the body to produce haemoglobin, which allows red blood cells to carry oxygen.

Gastrointestinal polyps are abnormal growths of tissue that project into the lumen (hollow space) of the digestive tract.

A wide range of conditions can damage the liver and impair its ability to function. Progressive liver damage that is not addressed can lead to fibrosis, cirrhosis, liver failure, and liver cancer.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of chronic, relapsing-remitting inflammatory conditions of the gastrointestinal tract. The two main forms are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

Swallowing disorders cause difficulty or discomfort when swallowing, known as dysphagia. This can range from the sensation of food getting stuck to difficulty initiating the swallow.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common, chronic disorder of the gut-brain interaction, characterised by recurrent abdominal pain associated with changes in bowel habits.

Coeliac disease is a common, autoimmune condition where the ingestion of gluten (a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye) leads to damage in the lining of the small intestine.

Pancreaticobiliary diseases involve conditions affecting the pancreas and the bile duct system (including the bile ducts and gallbladder).

Screening is important in detecting bowel (colorectal) cancer and stomach and oesophageal cancers in high-risk groups.