Gastroenterology is a medical specialty focused on the structure, function, diseases, treatment, and prevention of the digestive system.
Clinical gastroenterology deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases affecting different sections of the gastrointestinal tract, including the esophagus, stomach, duodenum, small and large intestines, and the liver, gallbladder, biliary tract, and pancreas (studied under hepatology).
Hepatology is an integral part of gastroenterology and covers the study, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of liver, gallbladder, biliary tract, and pancreatic diseases.
Gastrohepatology focuses on the detection of gastrointestinal cancers, gallstones and tumors, parasitic infections of the intestines, and infectious liver diseases, playing an important role in early diagnostics and referral to appropriate specialists.
Common Conditions Treated in Gastroenterology
Esophageal Disorders
Achalasia
Esophagitis (including reflux-related)
Barrett’s esophagus
Hiatal hernia
Stomach Disorders
Gastritis
Peptic ulcers
Dyspepsia (nausea, heartburn, belching)
Gastroptosis
Gastric motility disorders
Duodenal Disorders
Duodenitis
Duodenal ulcers
Intestinal spasms
Small Intestine Disorders
Malabsorption and enzyme deficiencies (e.g., Celiac disease)
Intestinal diverticula
Colon Disorders
Colitis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ulcerative colitis
Crohn’s disease
Intestinal dysbiosis
Diarrhea and constipation-related conditions
Liver Disorders
Metabolic and viral hepatitis
Hemangiomas
Autoimmune hepatitis
Alcohol-related liver disease
Fatty liver (hepatic steatosis)
Drug-induced liver injury
Hemochromatosis
Gallbladder & Biliary Tract Disorders
Cholecystitis
Cholangitis
Congenital and acquired conditions with bile stasis
Pancreatic Disorders
Various forms of pancreatitis
Exocrine pancreatic dysfunction
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology is the medical field that studies the functions, diseases, and treatments of the digestive system organs. It includes the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas, and provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care. Gastroenterology also plays a significant role in managing nutritional issues and metabolic disorders.
Gastroenterologist
A gastroenterologist is a specialist who diagnoses, treats, and prevents diseases of the digestive system. They assess complaints such as abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, and liver dysfunction, and provide accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
Gastroenterologists not only treat existing conditions but also advise on preventive care and dietary recommendations. For example, they develop special nutritional programs for patients with reflux or gastritis. They also perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
Regular consultation with a gastroenterologist is essential to prevent complications and maintain digestive health. At Sağlam Ailə, our specialists are ready to support your digestive wellness through expert care and personalized guidance.