Understanding inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): A comprehensive guide

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a collective term encompassing a group of autoimmune disorders characterised by recurrent inflammation within the gastrointestinal tract. While ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease are the predominant players in this spectrum, other conditions, such as microscopic colitis and Behçet's disease, also fall under the umbrella of IBD. In his latest online article, Dr Simon Smale aims to shed light on the complexities of IBD, exploring its symptoms, causes, and associated challenges.

Battling bloating: Exploring the impact of Retrograde UES Dysfunction on digestive comfort

Bloating is a common digestive woe that makes you feel uncomfortable and gassy. While it can have various underlying causes, one often-overlooked contributor is a retrograde upper oesophageal sphincter (UES) dysfunction. In his latest online article, Dr Ahmed Albusoda explores the connection between retrograde UES dysfunction and bloating, shedding light on this lesser-known aspect of digestive health.

Blood in stool: Your questions answered

Blood in stool, also known as rectal bleeding, is a medical symptom that can manifest as bright red blood, maroon-coloured stools, or black tarry stools. Blood in stool should never be ignored. Here, Dr Sarmed Sami, renowned consultant gastroenterologist, explores the common causes, symptoms, and potential treatment options for blood in stool.

Oesophageal cancer: Your questions answered

In the UK, more than 9,200 people are diagnosed with oesophageal cancer each year, which is a cancer that causes extreme difficulty when it comes to swallowing food and even liquids. Here, renowned consultant gastroenterologist Dr Sameer Zar provides an expert insight into oesophageal cancer, including what changes the cancer causes in the body, and how the cancer is diagnosed and treated.

Capsule endoscopy: Advancements and insights

In his latest online article, Professor Owen Epstein gives us his insights into capsule endoscopy. He talks about what the procedure consists of, the potential limitations or contraindications, the preparation and what strategies or techniques can be employed to ensure optimal image quality and complete visualisation of the colon.

Double balloon enteroscopy explained: part 1

Double balloon enteroscopy (DBE) is an advanced endoscopic procedure which is becoming increasingly popular in the UK, with an extremely high success rate. In the first article of a two part series, revered consultant gastroenterologist Dr Edward John Despott explains how the procedure works and gives a brief insight into its history.

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