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Colonic Polyps – Should I be worried?
By Dr. Neha Vivek Saraf MD, DrNB |
What are colonic Polyps? Colon polyps are growths that develop on the inner lining of the colon or large intestine. These growths can vary in size and shape, and some can develop into colon cancer over time. Colon polyps are quite common, and they are usually benign or non-cancerous. However, some types of colon polyps, […]
Read More Hiatus Hernia Symptoms, Diagnosis and Management
By Dr. Vivek Saraf, MS, MRCSEd, MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology) |
Hiatus hernia, also known as hiatal hernia, is a condition in which a portion of the stomach protrudes into the chest through an opening in the diaphragm called the hiatus. The diaphragm is the muscle that separates the chest and abdominal cavities and helps in breathing. Symptoms: The majority of people with hiatus hernia do […]
Read More Acute Pancreatitis
By Dr. Vivek Saraf, MS, MRCSEd, MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology) |
Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas, an organ located behind the stomach that produces digestive enzymes and hormones. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including gallstones, high levels of triglycerides in the blood, heavy alcohol use, and certain medications. Symptoms include severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, and rapid […]
Read More Colon cancer
By Dr. Vivek Saraf, MS, MRCSEd, MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology) |
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is a type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. These organs are part of the digestive system, and cancer that develops in them is sometimes referred to as “gastrointestinal cancer.” Risk factors for colon cancer include a family history of the disease, age (it is […]
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