Oesophagitis Explained: Understanding the Burn in Your Throat
Oesophagitis is inflammation of the oesophagus – the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach. This inflammation can make swallowing painful and cause other symptoms. Let us break down this medical term into simple, everyday language. Why Does it Happen? There are a few common reasons why someone might develop oesophagitis: Symptoms […]
A Tiny Camera’s Big Journey: Unveiling Capsule Endoscopy
Capsule endoscopy is a diagnostic tool doctors use when they need to peek inside your digestive tract. It involves swallowing a small capsule, about the size of a large vitamin pill, which houses a camera. As the capsule travels through your digestive system, it takes thousands of pictures, transmitting them to a recorder you wear […]
Acute pancreatitis
Pancreas is a long, flat gland tucked away in the abdomen, which plays a significant role in the digestion of food and regulation of blood sugar. When it becomes inflamed, it causes mild discomfort to severe, life-threatening symptoms. Pancreatitis is an inflammatory condition of the pancreas that disrupts its normal functioning. Pancreatitis can be acute- […]
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Know More
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition that affects the digestive system. It leads to pain in the abdomen and changes in the bowel (intestines). Symptoms: IBS symptoms are different in each person, which includes: A bowel movement reduces the pain and other symptoms. Symptoms may aggravate when there is any alteration in the frequency […]
Understanding Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
NAFLD is a liver disorder characterized by the accumulation of excess fat in liver cells. The condition is primarily associated with individuals who do not consume excessive alcohol. 2 main types of NAFLD are: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver (NAFL): Mild form where there is fat accumulation in the liver, but it does not cause significant inflammation […]
Decoding Peptic Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Peptic ulcer disease is when painful sores appear in the stomach’s lining or the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). A thick layer of mucus protects the stomach from its own acids. But when this protection weakens, stomach acid can hurt the tissue, forming ulcers. Who’s at Risk? Did you know that 1 in […]
All About Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a disorder in which the lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum become inflamed (damaged). It is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Symptoms: The symptoms of UC often get worse over time. Early symptoms may include: Late symptoms include: Blood, mucous, or pus in the stools Causes: The […]
Know More About Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
GERD is a digestive condition in which the stomach contents leak backward from the stomach into the esophagus (food pipe). Food usually travels from the mouth to the stomach through your food pipe. GERD can irritate the food pipe and cause heartburn and other symptoms. Symptoms: Causes: GERD is caused by frequent acid reflux from […]
