The digestive system ends with the colon or large intestine. Colon cancer usually affects older adults, but it can happen at any age. The development of colon cancer begins with colon polyps and tiny cell groupings....

Crohn’s disease causes inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. The condition primarily affects the small intestine’s distal part, also known as Ileum. However, any part of the Gastrointestinal tract may be affected Crohn’s disease causes thickening of...

Dysphagia is difficulty in swallowing. The proper function of the brain, nerves, muscles, valves, and esophagus is crucial for swallowing.. Common symptoms of dysphagia may include: Different forms of dysphagia Swallowing difficulty can be categorized into...

Laparoscopic (Keyhole) Cholecystectomy Surgery is a prevalent procedure for the removal of the gallbladder.  What does my gallbladder do?  Gallbladder is a peer shaped organ under the liver in the upper abdomen while 800 ml of...

Diverticulitis is a condition that involves the inflammation or infection of small pouches known as diverticula that develop in the colon’s walls.  Although many individuals with diverticulosis may not experience symptoms, diverticulitis can arise when these...

Colon cancer is a significant global health concern, and the timely detection of this disease is essential for improving survival rates. Dr. Shrikanth Gadiyaram, an expert in gastrointestinal & colorectal surgery, emphasizes the significance of colon...

Liver tumors are a challenging problem in oncology. Surgery, chemotherapy, interventional radiology and radiation therapy are all modalities used to treat liver cancer. Interest in using minimally invasive methods, like ablation, to target liver tumors has...

Achalasia cardia is an uncommon condition affecting the esophagus where the lower esophageal valve fails to relax and normal propulsive movements of the esophagus are absent. As a consequence, individuals experience difficulty swallowing, the involuntary return...

An essential component of the digestive system is the pancreas. It serves two primary purposes. Digestion occurs through the production of pancreatic enzymes, and glucose homeostasis occurs through the balanced production of the hormones insulin and...

Some of the primary alarm symptoms that Dr. Srikanth Gadiyaram, who has been treating patients for more than 20 years, warns his patients to look out for and encourages them to seek a comprehensive check-up if...

Pregnant women can develop gallstones, along with morning sickness, stretch marks, and swollen feet. Preventive measures reduce pregnancy side effects. Dr. Srikanth Gadiyaram, with 20+ years of experience, says pregnant women are at higher risk due...

Peptic ulcers develop on the stomach and upper small intestine mucous membrane. A stomach ulcer is a lesion that develops in the lining of the stomach, leading to an open sore. Pepsin is a digestive enzyme...

Robotic surgery has revolutionized minimally invasive surgery to provide ease, precision, and organ preservation and is both patient and surgeon-friendly. Robotic resections for colorectal cancer are becoming the new norm in many colorectal surgery facilities worldwide....

Rectal Cancer The incidence of Rectal cancer is increasing in our country. Rectal cancer and colon cancer are often grouped and called colorectal cancer. Rectal and colon cancers have similar characteristics, but their treatments differ greatly....

What is Hernia? When contents of a cavity (eg, abdominal cavity) protrude through a weak area (in the abdominal wall), the result is a hernia. Is Hernia Surgery necessary? Hernias have the potential to enlarge and...

Is Bariatric Surgery the only assured weight loss strategy in Morbid Obesity?  Weight Loss surgery Weight loss Surgery is Also known as Bariatric Surgery. To help you lose weight, this procedure includes making adjustments to your...

GERD, or chronic acid reflux, is when stomach acid moves backward into the esophagus. It happens when the lower esophageal sphincter doesn’t close, allowing stomach acid to enter the esophagus. Acid reflux and heartburn are normal...

The liver helps in breaking down and storing nutrients produces clotting factors, and metabolizes alcohol, drugs, and toxins. Liver tumors are abnormal growths in the liver. Benign tumors can cause health problems and Malignant tumors in...