Medical articles from Dr Lisa Das

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05/05/2020

Consultant Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist

Coronavirus and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) advice

The COVID-19 pandemic has made us all susceptible to more stress and anxiety and these two emotions can be triggering for IBS symptoms. Dr Lisa Das, an expert in treating the condition, explains how to navigate the pandemic's impact on the IBS management.

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23/04/2020

Dr Lisa Das

Consultant Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist

Digestive issues: is it an early symptom of COVID-19?

Although we know that a dry cough, shortness of breath and high temperature are hallmark signs of COVID-19, some of us may not realise that diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting can be the early signs of infection. One of our top gastroenterologists from London, Dr Lisa Das, explains how the coronavirus can affect our digestive system and what you need to do if you display symptoms.

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16/04/2020

Dr Lisa Das

Consultant Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist

Food for thought: How your gut health affects your brain health

Experts have long argued that what we eat affects every aspect of our health - including our brain health and mental wellbeing. This article explains the connection between the gut and brain, and how it affects our mental wellbeing.

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24/03/2020

Dr Lisa Das

Consultant Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist

Diverticulitis diet: what should you eat when you have a flare-up?

Diverticulitis affects many people over the age of 60 and can cause abdominal pain, a temperature, nausea, and even vomiting. In this article, Dr Lisa Das, explores the kind of diet you should be following to help reduce your symptoms and also prevent any future flare-ups of the disease.

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27/07/2017

Dr Lisa Das

Consultant Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist

IBS symptoms: could they mean something else?

Symptoms aren't always what they seem. Leading consultant gastroenterologist Dr Lisa Das tells us about 4 other conditions to watch out for that share the same symptoms as irritable bowel syndrome.