Dr Aathavan Loganayagam
16.05.19
Gastroenterologia
Microbiome: can we engineer healthy gut bacteria?
The bacteria that live in the gut perform a range of important functions but when these microorganisms become unbalanced, how can we get them back into working order again? Expert gastroenterologist Dr Aathavan Loganayagam explains how the gut bacteria can be re-engineered to aid in good health.
Dr Rehan Haidry
15.05.19
Gastroenterologia
Bloating: the sign of a medical condition?
We've all suffered from feeling bloated before, which can leave us feeling really uncomfortable and full. But have you ever wondered just what has really caused this? We've asked a leading gastroenterology Dr Rehan Haidry to explain how the gut works and what causes bloating.
Neuroendocrine tumours (NETs): symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Neuroendocrine tumours (NETs) are a rare type of tumour that can form in the neuroendocrine system. These may be in the gut, the lungs, or the pancreas. Symptoms differ depending on where the tumours form. Dr Christos Toumpankis, a leading gastroenterologist, explains what NETs are, the symptoms, how they are diagnosed and how they can be treated.
Dr John Martin
10.05.19
Gastroenterologia
Capsule endoscopy: how long does it take to pass?
Capsule endoscopy is a technique that allows visualisation of the entire gastrointestinal tract to enable doctors to diagnose conditions such as coeliac disease and inflammation of the gut.
Dr Aathavan Loganayagam
08.05.19
Gastroenterologia
Gut microbiome: do poo transplants or probiotics really help?
The gut microbiome is a complex ecosystem of bacteria in the body. When it goes awry, we turn to treatments such as probiotics and poo transplants for restoration. We've asked expert gastroenterologist Dr Aathavan Loganayagam to explain if these options work in re-engineering the gut bacteria.
Professor Owen Epstein
06.05.19
Gastroenterologia
Minimally-invasive techniques in gastroenterology
When it comes to diagnosing gastrointestinal conditions such as ulcerative colitis or diverticular disease, there are minimally invasive techniques that are used to make that diagnosis. Read more from our expert gastroenterologist Professor Owen Epstein on the different tools used and what the future holds for technologies in gastroenterology.
Dr Devinder Bansi
15.04.19
Gastroenterologia
Probiotic, prebiotic and symbiotic: what’s the difference?
Have you ever wondered why probiotics and prebiotics are good for our gut health and how they work? Top London gastroenterologist Dr Devinder Bansi explains how they really can benefit our wellbeing.
Dr Devinder Bansi
09.04.19
Gastroenterologia
Understanding the role of gut bacteria
We have a fascinating ecosystem of bacteria that live in our guts. The bacteria digest our food and supply nutrients to our body, but when this is out of balance the knock-on effect can affect our immune system and even our mental health. Expert gastroenterologist Dr Devinder Bansi explains the important role that gut bacteria plays in the body.
Dr Rehan Haidry
13.03.19
Gastroenterologia
The Stretta procedure for acid reflux relief
Acid reflux is a fairly common problem, and is often manageable by watching what you eat. However, in some people, it can become a recurring problem that has a big impact on their day-to-day lives. Stretta is one procedure that aims to solve the problem in a unique way. Dr Rehan Haidry, a pioneering gastroenterologist is here to explain.
Dr Edward John Despott
28.02.19
Gastroenterologia
The small bowel is an 8 m long, floppy tube, which makes managing problems challenging. However, new endoscopic techniques are changing this. Top gastroenterologist Dr Edward Despott, a specialist in double balloon enteroscopy, is here to explain:
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