Gastroenterology is the study of the normal function and diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver. Gastrointestinal tract to maintain a healthy digestion, absorption of nutrients, removal of waste and metabolic processes.
A gastroenterologist also needs to have a clear understanding of ailments affecting the organs of the gastrointestinal system like:
- Peptic Ulcer Disease
- Gastric Cancers
- Esophageal Cancers
- Achalasia
- Barret’s Esophagus
- Colon Polyps
- Colon And Bowel Cancers
- Pancreatitis
- Pancreatic Cancers
- Cholecystitis
- Biliary Tract Disease
- Gallbladder Stones And Cancer
- Hepatitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Colitis
- Nutritional Problems And Malabsorption,
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (Ibs)