Gastroscopy: how it is performed, preparation and results
Reference information about EGD: indications, preparation, how the procedure is performed, sedation or local anaesthesia, what happens afterwards and when to expect results.
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology covers the stomach, bowel and liver: gastritis, heartburn, irritable bowel syndrome, liver tests and how to prepare for an endoscopy. We look at where digestive symptoms come from and when they should be checked by a doctor. The content is for reference and does not replace a doctor's examination.
Diagnostics
Liver: Why It Doesn't Hurt and What Tests Show
Liver functions, reasons for the asymptomatic course of diseases, fatty liver disease, alcohol and hepatitis, basic examinations.
Conditions
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: What It Is and Why Tests Come Back "Normal"
IBS is a functional disorder in which test results can be normal. We break down the symptoms, the link to stress, and who to turn to.
Gastritis: Causes, the Role of Helicobacter pylori, and Diagnosis
What acute and chronic gastritis are, why Helicobacter pylori plays a key role, and which tests confirm the diagnosis.
Heartburn: Where It Comes From and When It's Already Reflux Disease
Heartburn is not 'excess acid' but the backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus. We explain the mechanism, triggers, and signs of GERD.