Dr. Abhilash K
Gastrointestinal Surgeon
Global Health City , Chennai, India11 Years of experience
Speaks: English , Tamil
USD 42 USD 35 for video consultation
Gastrointestinal Surgeon
Global Health City , Chennai, India11 Years of experience
Speaks: English , Tamil
USD 42 USD 35 for video consultation
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Dr. Abhilash K can teleconsult on the MediGence platform.
The consultation can last from 15 to 30 minutes. Depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions, it may exceed the estimated time.
We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.
No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.
The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.
Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can go ahead with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.
Yes. Our case manager will provide the cost estimate, the doctor’s opinion, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.
Gastroenterologist consultation should be sought in case of abdominal pain, persistent heartburn, difficulty swallowing, unexplained weight loss, change in bowel habits, blood in the stool, persistent digestive issues, etc.
Procedures performed by the gastroenterologists for diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal disorders include endoscopy, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, liver biopsy, ERCP, and capsule endoscopy.
Prepare to bring a list of symptoms, past medical history, current medications, and any past test results. You may also be required to fast before some diagnostic procedures.
A colonoscopy is designed to see inside the human colon and rectum. It is essential for early colorectal cancer, polyps, and bowel disease detection.
Not always, although not all symptoms are indicative of severe ill-health conditions. However, those that last longer than usual should be evaluated by a gastroenterologist to confirm or rule out ulcers, Crohn's disease, or cancer.
Healthy digestive system-promoting eating: a balanced diet rich in fiber, good amount of fluids to keep the body hydrated, good regular exercise, good stress management, and abstaining from smoking and drinking too much alcohol, as well as regular screening after certain ages.
The yellowing of the skin or jaundice, tiredness or general weakness, swelling of the legs or abdomen, dark-colored urine, and tendency to have easy bruises or bleeding are all symptoms of liver disease.
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