Most people are not aware of who a gastroenterologist is and when to consult Gastroenterologist?
To be specific a person who treats a person for diseases that affects a person’s stomach, esophagus, intestines, liver, pancreas, rectum, and colon. The moment you witness disorders in your digestive system we suggest you should immediately consult a gastroenterologist. You can also get in touch with a gastroenterologist if you need a colon cancer screening. Refer to this video to understand what a private gastroenterologist does for you.
Author: Dr. Sarmed Sami MBChB, MRCP, PGCME, PhD
Consultant Gastroenterologist, Founder and Director of Digestive Health UK.
Seven Symptoms that tell you that you need to consult gastroenterologist
Here are seven common symptoms that tell you that you need to immediately see a gastroenterologist. We suggest not neglecting these symptoms. The seven common symptoms that denote you need to consult gastroenterologist are underwear stains and leakage, Not being able to control bowel movement, Diarrhea, heartburn, dark urine, loss of appetite, and Vomiting.
● Underwear stains and leakage
When you see your underwear getting stained or leakage you should know that this is due to a digestive disorder. You may also witness frequent urination or leakage this can be due to infection in the rectum. A gastroenterologist treats the symptom with medication. We suggest not to ignore such symptoms and consult a doctor immediately.
● Uncontrolled Bowel Movement
Another common symptom that asks for a gastroenterologist is when you see that you cannot control your bowel movement. In layman’s terms when you see you can’t hold your stomach and have to rush to the washroom every time your body asks for it you will know there is a problem with your digestive system.
● Diarrhea
Diarrhea is a common ailment for which you need to consult gastroenterologist. Normally the stool passes twice in a day but if you see that the number has increased in a day and you have a stomach ache with it then you should know it is diarrhea. A person normally gets diarrhea due to undigested food that stays in the system or because of drinking polluted water. It can be cured with medication. Just make sure you drink lots of water and glucose to keep yourself hydrated. As because diarrhea makes you lose salt which in turn makes your body dehydrated.
● Heartburn
Heartburn is another symptom of a digestive disorder that may lead you to consult gastroenterologist. Experiencing heartburn once in a day or after a spicy meal is normal but if you experience heartburn frequently then it may be a reason to worry.
● Dark Urine
We advise you to keep a note of the color of the urine. If the color of the urine is dark then you may consult gastroenterologist.
● Loss of appetite
You may also experience a loss of appetite if you have digestive disorders. If you feel you are losing weight or don’t feel like eating anything then we suggest you should consult gastroenterologist.
● Vomiting
Vomiting is a sure sign of indigestion or digestive disorder. If you feel nausea in the early mornings or are vomiting after meals then you should immediately consult gastroenterologist.
