Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders and diseases related to the digestive system, including:
1. Esophagus
2. Stomach
3. Small intestine
4. Large intestine (colon)
5. Liver
6. Pancreas
7. Gallbladder
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat various conditions, such as:
1. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
2. Peptic ulcers
3. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
4. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
5. Celiac disease
6. Liver diseases (e.g., hepatitis, cirrhosis)
7. Pancreatitis
Some common procedures in gastroenterology include:
1. Endoscopy
2. Colonoscopy
3. Upper GI series (barium swallow)
4. Liver biopsy
