Gastroenterology
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Gastroenterology
To stay energized, a healthy digestive system is essential for converting food into energy. Our gastroenterologist specialist offers a full suite of diagnostic and therapeutic treatments for all digestive and liver conditions. Let’s talk about your health concerns today!
Trusted Gastroenterologist In Penang, Malaysia
As one of the best gastroenterologists in Malaysia, Island Hospital provides comprehensive high-end care for a wide spectrum of gastrointestinal, pancreatic and liver disorders.
Our team of professional gastroenterologists in Penang uses advanced medical technologies to provide high-quality care and promoste faster recovery, all while ensuring cost-effectiveness.
Whether you’re facing digestive discomfort or complex liver conditions, our gastroenterology specialists are here to provide personalized, effective treatments. Reach out today for expert care and guidance in managing your digestive health.
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Conditions and Treatments
Procedures offered and conditions treated at Island Hospital includes (but not limited to) the following:
- Colonoscopy
- Gastroscopy
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Liver Disease
- Fibroscan of Liver
- Fatty Liver
- Hepatitis B & C Infections
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Early diagnosis of gastric and colon cancer
- Management of dyspepsia and acid reflux disease
- H. Pylori treatment
- Other general gastrointestinal disorders
Our Centre of Excellence
Maintaining optimum digestive health is one of the most common challenges we encounter. With our increasingly stressful lifestyles, at times, poor dietary habits and growing use of medication, most people are prone to experiencing digestive health issues.
Island Hospital Digestive Centre is a specialist practice that combines first-class medical care and knowledge with support staff that are caring and dedicated to patient wellbeing and confidentiality. The practice provides a range of specialist procedures including endoscopy and colonoscopy for bowel cancer screening as well as diagnosis and treatment of various forms of liver disease and malfunction.
Gastroenterology FAQs
Gastroenterologist specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the digestive system, including the gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach, small intestine) as well as the pancreas, liver, bile ducts and gallbladder. Common issues they address include GERD, ulcers, IBS, liver disease, and colon cancer.
Contact our gastroenterologist today to get expert care.
Gastroenterologists specialize in diagnosing and managing diseases of the digestive system, including stomach cancer. When stomach cancer is diagnosed, the gastroenterologist will typically refer the patient to an oncologist for further evaluation and treatment.
If you experience frequent discomfort, gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, and heartburn, it’s time to see a gastroenterologist. Early consultation is crucial if there is a family history of gastrointestinal cancers.
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Common foods that you should avoid if you face gastrointestinal issues include:
• Dairy (for those lactose intolerant)
• Foods high in fructose (like certain fruits and sweeteners)
• Caffeinated and carbonated beverages
• Spicy or fatty foods Avoiding these can help ease symptoms of IBS, GERD, and other digestive disorders
If you have stomach issues like abdominal pain, you should see a gastroenterologist, a specialist who focuses on diagnosing and treating disorders related to the digestive system.
Preparation depends on the procedure, but it often includes:
• Fasting: For endoscopic procedures, you may need to refrain from eating or drinking.
• Bowel prep: For a colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy, a cleansing solution may be required to empty your colon.
• Medication adjustments: You may need to stop certain medications temporarily
