Common Gastrointestinal Symptoms and Conditions

Heartburn, reflux and indigestion:

These very common symptoms and are usually due to the regurgitation of acid from the stomach to the oesophagus (gullet), known as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. read more

Problems with Swallowing:

There are many reasons why you can have difficulty, or feel pain while, swallowing. read more

Abdominal pain:

Abdominal pain is a common reason for being referred to a gastrointestinal specialist. This can be acute or chronic and related to a broad range of reasons. read more

Weight loss:

There are a broad number of reasons for weight loss, ranging from benign causes (e.g. thyroid problems or coeliac disease) to worrying causes such as gastrointestinal malignancy. read more

Vomiting:

Vomiting can occur in isolation or is often associated with abdominal pain or gastrointestinal bleeding. read more

Change in bowel habit:

A persistent change in bowel habit (including both diarrhoea and constipation) warrants further assessment. read more

Anaemia:

Anaemia occurs when the body's haemoglobin count is below normal, leading to a lack of oxygen in the organs. read more

Jaundice and abnormal liver blood tests:

Jaundice occurs when the body's bilirubin levels are raised and is associated with a yellow discolouration of the skin. read more

Peptic ulcer disease:

This condition is related to inflammation and ulceration in the stomach and duodenum. read more

Gastric cancer:

Also referred to as stomach cancer, this disease can develop in any part of the stomach. . read more