What does a gastroenterologist do?

Gastroenterologists are doctors who are trained to diagnose and treat problems of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and liver.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by a gastroenterologist?

Investigations like X-rays, CT scan, blood test, stool examination, Motility test to see how food moves through the particular's digestive system etc are usually required.

What's the difference between a surgical and a medical gastroenterologist?

A medical gastroenterlogist deals with the problems of gastrointestinal (GI) tract and liver by medicines whereas a surgical gastroenterlogist deals with the disorders surgically.

What are the typical symptoms for gastroentrology problem?

Typical symptoms include Rectal bleeding, Underwear stains, Bowel movement urges that are hard to control, Gas, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Fatigue, Irritability, Weight loss, Itchy rashes and blisters.

Can you eat before seeing a gastroenterologist?

If you are undergoing a gastroscopy, don't eat anything for 6 to 8 hours before the procedure, and stop drinking 2 to 3 hours before the procedure.

Dr Jaideep Singh, Gastroenterology-0 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Appointment

About Dr Jaideep Singh

Dr Jaideep Singh is a gastroenterologist and hepatologist with more than 22 years of expertise.
Services provided by him includes internal medicine (general), gastroenterology and hepatology.
In 1998, he received his MBBS from Manipal University in India, and in 2009, he received his MMed from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia in Malaysia.
He is registered with 129991 (National Specialist Register of Malaysia, 2014), and 36091 (Malaysian Medical Council, 2000).
Dr Jaideep Singh is fluent in English and Malay.

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