An Orlando Gastroenterologist or GI doctor diagnose and treat patients with digestive issues and diseases. From the esophagus, heartburn acid reflux, hemorrhoids, IBD, IBS, stomach, small intestine, gallbladder, liver, pancreas, to the rectum and colon.
A GI doctor must successfully undergo specific training in internal medicine. To further there education, they must also undergo more advanced training in the treatment of digestive tract issues.
GIs are very crucial in order to maintain many people’s quality of life. The relationship between gastroenterologists and their patient is a personal and tailored one. This is true for people with inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, along with patients with other serious conditions.
For the first visit to a GI, it may feel uncomfortable discussing such personal matters. New patient visit may feel awkward and embarrassing. Bowel movements is an important topic to discuss.
Patients may feel the need to keep details or issues to themselves, but our specialists make patients feel at ease and hopeful for relief. However, it is dire to be as honest as possible as a patient in order to receive the best, thorough care.
Abdominal Bloating And Pain
We all may experience the occasional bloating, but if you have bloating and abdominal pain after almost every meal, having painful bowel movements, or it is accompanied by nausea, it is time to tell your doctor for further observation and tests.
Colon Cancer Screening
This is a preventative measure, typically conducted before symptoms appear. Colorectal cancer usually starts off as precancerous polyps that are detected and then removed during a colonoscopy.
Frequent Heartburn
Frequent heartburn is more than just annoying and painful, it can be a sign of a serious medical condition. Barrett’s Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), or something more serious. Early detection, diagnosis, and treatment can go a long way to recovery.
If you or a loved one has a question about their digestive health, please don’t hesitate to contact Gastroenterology Consultants of Central Florida, we work with you, your primary care physician, and your insurance company to ensure a treatment protocol that is designed to meet your specific needs.