Gastro Sciences
Medical Gastroenterology
Medical gastroenterology focuses on conditions affecting the oesophagus, stomach, intestines and liver. A consultation considers your symptoms, eating patterns, medicines and medical history before deciding whether tests are needed.
Medically reviewed by: Hospital medical team Last reviewed: 2026
Management may involve dietary changes, medicines and monitoring rather than surgery. The investigations and treatments below are examples to discuss; their availability at the hospital remains to be confirmed.
Conditions treated
- Acid reflux and GERD
- Gastritis and ulcers
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Constipation
- Jaundice
- Fatty liver
Investigations
- Blood count and liver function tests
- Stool tests selected for the symptoms
- Abdominal ultrasound
- Upper GI endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
Treatment options
- Acid-suppressing medicines when indicated
- Helicobacter pylori eradication after appropriate assessment
- Individualised IBS dietary and symptom management
- Anti-inflammatory treatment for confirmed IBD
- Constipation treatment and bowel-habit advice
Procedures
- Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy
- Diagnostic colonoscopy
- Endoscopic tissue sampling
Preparing for your visit
- Record when symptoms occur, including any relationship to meals or bowel movements.
- Bring earlier blood tests, scans and endoscopy reports.
- List prescribed medicines, supplements and any allergies.
- Do not fast or stop medicines unless the clinical team gives specific instructions.
Recovery overview
- After a consultation alone, usual activities can generally continue.
- Follow the agreed medicine schedule and discuss side effects rather than changing treatment yourself.
- If a procedure is planned, follow its separate diet, escort and activity instructions.
- Attend review to assess symptom response and discuss outstanding results.
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This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor.
Medical Gastroenterology
Discuss recurring digestive symptoms
Share your symptoms and previous reports to enquire about a gastroenterology consultation and appropriate next steps.