What is eosinophilic GI disorder, and what are the treatment options?

Eosinophilic GI disorder is an inflammation of the digestive tract caused by a buildup of eosinophils, a type of white blood cell. Treatment typically involves dietary changes and medications.

What are the differences between ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and diverticulitis, and how are they treated?

Ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and diverticulitis are all inflammatory bowel diseases, but they affect different parts of the digestive tract and have different symptoms. Treatment involves medications, surgery, and lifestyle changes.

What are the causes and symptoms of fatty liver, jaundice, viral hepatitis, and cirrhosis, and how are they treated?

Fatty liver is caused by an accumulation of fat in the liver. Jaundice is yellowing of the skin and eyes caused by bilirubin buildup. Viral hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. Cirrhosis is scarring of the liver. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and can involve medications, lifestyle changes, and sometimes transplantation.

What are the different types of upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures you offer?

I offer both diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures. These procedures can help diagnose and treat a variety of conditions affecting the digestive tract.

What is polypectomy, balloon dilatation, and stenting, and when are these procedures necessary?

Polypectomy is the surgical removal of polyps from the digestive tract. Balloon dilatation is a procedure to widen a narrowed passage in the digestive tract. Stenting is the placement of a small tube to keep a passage open.

What are reflux studies, ERCP, and manometry, and what information do they provide?

Reflux studies measure the pressure in the esophagus and stomach to diagnose and monitor reflux disease. ERCP is a procedure to visualize and treat problems in the bile ducts and pancreas. Manometry measures the pressure in the esophagus to diagnose and monitor swallowing disorders.

What is the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and how does it benefit patients?

The IMA is a professional organization for doctors in India. It promotes ethical medical practices and advocates for the welfare of patients.

What is the European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL) and its role in advancing liver research?

The EASL is a leading organization for liver research in Europe. It promotes scientific advancements and provides guidelines for the management of liver diseases.

What is the Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG) and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE)?

The ISG is the professional organization for gastroenterologists in India. The ASGE is the professional organization for gastrointestinal endoscopists in the United States. Both organizations promote education, research, and advocacy in their respective fields.

Prajob Prasad Geevarghese

Specialist Gastroenterology

Consults at:

Aster Hospital Al Qusais

Surgeries

N/A

Experience

N/A years

About

Diagnosis and management of reflux disease
Eosinophilic GI disorder
Bowel related diseases especially Ulcerative colitis, Crohns disease, Diverticulitis
Liver related disorders including fatty liver, jaundice, viral hepatitis, Cirrhosis
Services Offered Upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, polypectomy , balloon dilatation ,stenting , reflux studies , ERCP, Manometry.
IMA
EASL
ISG
ASGE

Education

DM Gastroenterology

Experience

7 years experience in Gastroenterology
Overall 12 years

Hospitals

Aster Hospital Al Qusais

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

FAQs

Reflux disease, also known as GERD, is characterized by heartburn, acid reflux, and a sour taste in the mouth. Diagnosis is usually made based on symptoms and sometimes endoscopy. Treatment involves lifestyle modifications, medications, and in some cases, surgery.

Prajob Prasad Geevarghese

About

Education

Experience

Hospitals

FAQs

What are the common symptoms of reflux disease, and how is it diagnosed and managed?

What is eosinophilic GI disorder, and what are the treatment options?

What are the differences between ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and diverticulitis, and how are they treated?

What are the causes and symptoms of fatty liver, jaundice, viral hepatitis, and cirrhosis, and how are they treated?

What are the different types of upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures you offer?

What is polypectomy, balloon dilatation, and stenting, and when are these procedures necessary?

What are reflux studies, ERCP, and manometry, and what information do they provide?

What is the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and how does it benefit patients?

What is the European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL) and its role in advancing liver research?

What is the Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG) and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE)?

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Experience

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