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Blood in stool, also known as rectal bleeding, is a medical symptom that can manifest as bright red blood, maroon-coloured stools, or black tarry stools. Blood in stool should never be ignored. Here, Dr Sarmed Sami, renowned consultant gastroenterologist, explores the common causes, symptoms, and potential treatment options for blood in stool.
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Acid reflux is a common condition that occurs in one in five people in the UK. Here, Dr Sarmed Sami, leading consultant gastroenterologist, provides an expert insight into acid reflux, including causes, prevention and complications.
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If you have difficulty swallowing, it means you have dysphagia. Here, Dr Sarmed Sami, renowned consultant gastroenterologist, provides an expert insight into the condition.
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Expert gastroenterologist Dr Sarmed Sami advises on which lifestyle modifications to make if acid reflux is a recurring problem causing troublesome symptoms of heartburn and in some cases, difficulty swallowing.
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