143 doctors in Hyderabad — verified profiles, ratings, fees and clinic or online consultation.
MBBS, DNB - General Medicine, DM - Gastroenterology
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Gastroenterology
Dr. Sreekanth Appasani is a Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist at Continental Hospitals in Hyderabad since his long standing career, he has worked under s…
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DM - Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Dr. Ramana Macharla is a Gastroenterologist and Gastroenterology-Hepatologist in Barkatpura, Hyderabad and has an experience of 13 years in these fields. Dr.…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, DNB - Surgical Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Dr. Vijaykumar C. Bada is a Gastroenterologist,Colorectal Surgeon and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Kondapur, Hyderabad and has an experience of 17 years in these…
MBBS, MRCP (UK)
Gastroenterology
Dr. Sharat Putta is a Gastroenterologist in Secunderabad, Hyderabad and has an experience of 18 years in this field. Dr. Sharat Putta practices at KIMS - Kri…
MBBS, FRCS - General Surgery
Gastroenterology
Dr. Tagore Mohan Grandhi is a GastroIntestinal Surgeon in Hyderabad and has an experience of 25 years in this field. Dr. Tagore Mohan Grandhi practices at Vi…
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DM - Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
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MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Gastroenterology
Dr. K.Ravindranath is a Gastroenterologist,Laparoscopic Surgeon and General Surgeon in Lakdikapul, Hyderabad and has an experience of 37 years in these field…
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DNB - Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Dr. Bhavani Raju PBSS is a Gastroenterologist in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad and has an experience of 22 years in this field. Dr. Bhavani Raju PBSS practices at…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Gastroenterology
Dr. Alok Rath is a GastroIntestinal Surgeon,General Surgeon and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad and has an experience of 22 years in these f…
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DM - Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Dr. Guduru r Srinivas Rao is an eminent consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist from Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh. Dr. Rao completed MBBS from scb medi…
MS - General Surgery, MRCS (UK), MCh - Surgical Gastroenterology/G.I. Surgery, MBBS, DNB - Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Dr. Ravula Phani Krishna has over 16 years experience in surgical gastroenterology & worked 6 years as surgical gastroenterology and liver transplant surgeon…
MBBS, MD - General Medicine
Gastroenterology
Dr. M Sudhir worked as Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at leading corporate hospitals in Hyderabad. He is having more than 35 years of extensive…
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If symptoms are severe, such as abdominal pain, regular weight loss, trouble swallowing, persistent vomiting, or bleeding from the digestive tract (for example, you cough up vomit with blood or find blood in your stool), one should consult a gastroenterologist. These symptoms indicate life-threatening conditions for which it is best to seek early medical advice.
Common procedures include:
Endoscopy and colonoscopy are generally considered safe procedures, but they do carry some risks.
1. Perforation: A rare but serious complication where a tear occurs in the gastrointestinal tract, which may require surgical intervention. The risk varies based on the area examined but can be as high as 2%–36% for esophageal perforation.
2. Bleeding: Minor bleeding can occur, especially if a biopsy is performed or polyps are removed. This usually resolves on its own, but in some cases, further treatment may be needed.
3. Infection: Although rare, infections can develop at the endoscopy site, particularly if additional procedures are performed simultaneously.
4. Sedation-related complications: These can include respiratory issues or cardiovascular problems due to the sedative used during the procedure. Over-sedation is a concern, and monitoring is essential to manage any adverse reactions promptly.
5. Post-procedure discomfort: Patients may experience bloating, sore throat (if the endoscope was inserted through the mouth), or mild cramping after the procedure.
1. Perforation: Similar to endoscopy, there is a risk of perforation during colonoscopy, particularly when polyps are removed. The risk is estimated to be between 1 in 2500 and 1 in 11,000 procedures.
2. Bleeding: This may occur from biopsy sites or polyp removal and can sometimes persist for up to two weeks post-procedure.
3. Infection: As with endoscopy, there is a slight risk of infection following colonoscopy procedures.
4. Cardiopulmonary complications: These can arise from sedation and may include issues such as transient hypotension or respiratory distress.
5. Bowel preparation side effects: The preparation for colonoscopy can lead to dehydration or electrolyte imbalances due to extensive bowel cleansing before the procedure.
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Gastroenterologists specialize in treating and diagnosing diseases related to the digestive system. It deals with disorders of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, and liver. Some common gastrointestinal disorders they treat include acid reflux, ulcers, IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease), hepatitis, pancreatitis, colitis, gallstones, and gastrointestinal cancers.
At the first appointment with a gastroenterologist, one can be asked regarding medical history, signs, and symptoms. The doctor will likely ask you multiple questions about your digestive problems, diet, lifestyle, and medications taken. Doctor can do a physical examination with a primary emphasis on the abdomen. After that, a gastroenterologist may order blood tests, radiologic studies, or upper endoscopy to have a clear view of your illness.
Yes, you can have an online consultation with the Gastroenterologists in Hyderabad. Healthcare platforms such as DocIndia and hospitals do offer telemedicine services that allow patients to obtain medical advice, follow-up consultations, and even prescriptions online. However, only the problem can be understood during online consultation and medicine can be prescribed accordingly, but in case of serious problems physical examination and tests can be asked by the doctors.
Gastroenterologists run several tests on their patients to evaluate digestive health. These include endoscopic procedures for examining the upper digestive tract such as esophagogastroduodenoscopy, colonoscopy to scan the colon, and endoscopic ultrasound. Imaging studies may be done using abdominal ultrasound, CT, and MRI scans. Other tests may include blood tests, stool tests, and breath tests for diagnosing infections, intolerances, and malabsorption issues.
Gastrointestinal disorders have different treatments according to the diagnosis. Treatment can be in the form of lifestyle and dietary changes, medicines such as antacids, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, more invasive procedures such as endoscopy, or surgical measures.
A patient diagnosed with a digestive disorder should visit the Gastroenterologist once a month. However, a healthy person must visit the Gastroenterologist once in 5-6 years to check on the condition of the digestive system.
It totally depends on hospital, clinics and doctors such as doctors experience, reputation and locations. However, you may expect average consultation fee of Gastroenterologist in Hyderabad from ₹500 to ₹1500.