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Chronic Disease Treatment in Bhubaneswar

Chronic Disorders of the Gastrointestinal Tract

Chronic Disease Treatment in Bhubaneswar

Every year, millions of people suffer from digestive issues. The gastrointestinal (GI) tract, sometimes referred to as the digestive tract, is affected by many disorders and symptoms such as bowel incontinence and abdominal pain. The stomach, small and large intestines, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas are all parts of the GI tract. 

The most common types of chronic disorders of the GI tract are: 

  • Gastrointestinal esophageal reflux disease (GERD)

  • Irritable bowel syndrome

  • Hiatal hernia

  • Lactose intolerance

  • Cancer 

Common causes of gastrointestinal disorders include:

  • Genes: Your body's functioning and its susceptibility to certain illnesses are largely influenced by your genetic makeup. 

  • Lifestyle: Smoking, drinking, eating poorly, stress, getting too little sleep, and not exercising are a few examples.

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FAQ's

Any illness that affects the gastrointestinal tract—the channel that connects the mouth to the anus —is referred to as a gastrointestinal disease. Haemorrhoids, acid reflux, indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and colon cancer are examples of common GI problems. 

If you observe any symptoms, visit Manipal Hospitals in Bhubaneswar, Odisha; we have a well-experienced team. The symptoms include: 

  • Abdominal pain or cramping

  • Bloating

  • Changes in bowel habits

  • Constipation

  • Diarrhoea

  • Incomplete bowel movements

  • Narrow stools

  • Rectal bleeding or bloody stools

  • Unexplained weight loss

  • Weakness or fatigue

Different disorders include: 

  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) 

  • Haemorrhoids

  • Anal fissures

  • Perianal abscesses

  • Anal fistula

  • Diverticular disease

  • Colon polyps and cancer

Irritable bowel syndrome, also known as nervous stomach, spastic colon, irritable colon, or IBS, is a functional disorder in which the frequency of contractions of your intestine muscles is more or less than "normal." Medications, certain meals, and psychological stress are a few things that might cause IBS.

IBS symptoms include: 

  • Cramping and soreness in the abdomen

  • Surplus gas

  • Ballooning

  • Alteration in bowel patterns, such as more frequent, firmer, or looser faeces than usual

  • Both diarrhoea and/or constipation

When you have a structural gastrointestinal disorder, both the appearance and functionality of your colon are aberrant. Occasionally, surgical removal of the structural defect is required. Common examples of structural gastrointestinal problems are colon polyps, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticular disease, haemorrhoids, stents, and colon cancer.

Haemorrhoids are structural diseases that cause dilated veins in your anal canal. They're caused by chronic excess pressure from straining during a bowel movement, persistent diarrhoea, or pregnancy. Haemorrhoids come in two varieties: internal and external.

Inside your anal opening are blood vessels known as internal haemorrhoids. They get inflamed and begin to bleed as they strain and fall into the anus. Internal haemorrhoids eventually have the potential to prolapse—that is, sink or stick—out of the anus.
 

The gastrointestinal (GI) health care team may order diagnostic tests to enable a closer examination of the throat, oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon), liver, biliary tract, pancreas, and gallbladder after reviewing symptoms, performing a physical examination, and possibly ordering blood tests.

Ultrasounds, MRIs, CT scans, X-rays, and upper gastrointestinal series (UGI) are common imaging studies for diseases related to the stomach. When combined with an X-ray, a barium swallow or barium enema can provide an even sharper image of the digestive system.
 

Numerous other gastrointestinal disorders exist. While some are covered here, some are not. Additional disorders classified as structural and functional include pancreatitis, hepatitis, dyspepsia, Barrett's oesophagus, peptic ulcer disease, gastritis, gastroenteritis, celiac disease, Crohn's disease, gallstones, faecal incontinence, lactose intolerance, Hirschsprung disease, short bowel syndrome, malabsorption syndromes, hepatitis, abdominal adhesions, and Whipple's disease. 
 

The problem will not be treated until a correct diagnosis has been made. Changes in food and lifestyle may be able to ameliorate various gastrointestinal illnesses, depending on the circumstances. If dietary and lifestyle changes don't work, your doctor will likely prescribe medication specifically designed for your situation. For example, if a bacterial infection is the cause of your symptoms, antibiotics may be prescribed.

Some medications are used to treat gastrointestinal disorders: 

  • Antacids for reflux disease

  • Medications to treat persistent diarrhoea

  • Laxatives or stool softeners for long-term constipation

  • Prescription drugs for anxiety-related problems 

  • Antidepressants to treat IBS symptoms

  • Drugs used to lessen colonic inflammation

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