Hiatus hernia
What is a hiatus hernia? A hiatus hernia occurs when part of your stomach pushes upwards through the diaphragm, the muscle that separates your chest from your abdomen, through an opening called the hiatus. This can cause symptoms like heartburn and acid reflux. What are the types of hiatus hernia? The most […]
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)
What is GORD? Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the oesophagus (the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach). This backflow, or reflux, can cause irritation, discomfort, and damage to the lining of the oesophagus if left untreated. Reflux is normal to […]
Crohn’s disease
What is Crohn’s disease? Crohn’s disease is a long-term condition that causes inflammation in your digestive system, known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It can affect any part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, but it is most commonly found in the small intestine or colon. Symptoms can range from mild to severe […]
Coeliac disease
What is coeliac disease? Coeliac disease is a lifelong autoimmune condition where your immune system reacts abnormally to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. This reaction damages the lining of your small intestine, making it difficult for your body to absorb essential nutrients from food. Gluten is commonly found […]
Gastroscopy (upper gastrointestinal endoscopy)
What is a gastroscopy? A gastroscopy, also known as an upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy or oesophago-gastroduodenoscopy (OGD), is a procedure that examines the inside of your oesophagus (food pipe), stomach, and the first part of your small intestine (duodenum). A thin, flexible tube called an endoscope is passed through your mouth into […]
Upper GI endoscopy
What is an upper GI endoscopy? An upper GI endoscopy, also known as a gastroscopy, is a minimally invasive procedure that allows your doctor to examine the upper part of your digestive system, including your oesophagus (food pipe), stomach, and the first part of your small intestine (duodenum). A thin, flexible tube […]
