Gastroenterology

Specialised Care for Digestive Health

The Gastroenterology Department at Cardea Superspeciality Hospital focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders related to the digestive system. This includes the oesophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gall bladder. Many of these conditions appear as routine digestive complaints but sometimes overlap with cardiac symptoms. Our integrated care ensures that patients receive the right diagnosis at the right time.

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Scope of Gastroenterology

Our specialists manage a wide range of digestive health problems, including:

• Acidity, gastritis, and indigestion

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Peptic ulcers

• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

• Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) – Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis

• Liver diseases including fatty liver, hepatitis, and cirrhosis

• Gall bladder and pancreatic disorders

• Gastrointestinal bleeding

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The Overlap Between Digestion and Heart Health

Symptoms like chest pain, heaviness, or burning sensation may be mistaken as gastritis or acidity, but they can also be warning signs of a heart attack.

At Cardea, our Gastroenterology and Cardiology Departments work closely to ensure that patients with such symptoms are carefully evaluated. For example:

• A patient with “acidity” may be sent for an ECG or echocardiogram to rule out cardiac issues.

• Chronic indigestion with fatigue may prompt a preventive cardiology consultation.

• Obesity and fatty liver disease often coexist with diabetes and hypertension, which are major cardiac risk factors.

This collaborative model ensures that no cardiac problem is overlooked while treating digestive concerns.

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Diagnostic Services

Our Gastroenterology Department is supported by advanced diagnostics, including:

• Endoscopy for visual examination of the oesophagus, stomach, and intestines

• Colonoscopy for large intestine evaluation

• Liver function and pancreatic enzyme tests

• Ultrasound and imaging for gall bladder and liver conditions

• Specialised scans and blood work for chronic digestive illnesses

When necessary, these are combined with cardiac assessments to ensure accurate and complete diagnosis.

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Conditions That Need Early Attention

You should seek gastroenterology consultation if you experience:

• Frequent acidity, bloating, or abdominal discomfort

• Chest burning that worsens after meals

• Persistent diarrhoea or constipation

• Blood in stool or unexplained weight loss

• Jaundice, dark urine, or persistent fatigue

• Pain in the upper abdomen or right side (possible gall bladder or liver issue)

Since some of these may overlap with heart-related symptoms, it is vital to undergo proper evaluation without delay.

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Treatment and Care

At Cardea, our gastroenterology services include:

• Medical management of acid-related disorders and infections

• Lifestyle guidance for digestion and liver health

• Nutritional counselling for weight and metabolic issues

• Long-term monitoring for chronic conditions like fatty liver or cirrhosis

• Integrated care with General Medicine, Cardiology, and Radiology to ensure complete evaluation

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Preventive and Lifestyle Focus

Digestive health is strongly influenced by lifestyle. Our specialists guide patients on:

• Balanced, fibre-rich nutrition for gut health

• Avoiding triggers such as excess spicy food, alcohol, and smoking

• Maintaining a healthy weight to reduce the risk of fatty liver and reflux

• Regular health checks, especially for those with diabetes, obesity, or family history of gastric and liver disease

Since many lifestyle factors also increase the risk of heart disease, our preventive counselling often overlaps with cardiac prevention.

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Why Choose Cardea for Gastroenterology

• Superspeciality hospital offering holistic digestive and cardiac evaluation

• Modern diagnostic facilities including endoscopy, colonoscopy, and ultrasound

• Strong integration with Cardiology to rule out heart disease when symptoms overlap

• Experienced specialists with a patient-first approach

• Emphasis on prevention, lifestyle counselling, and long-term monitoring