Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts. It deals with conditions like acid reflux, ulcers, IBS, IBD, liver disease, and digestive cancers. Diagnosis involves endoscopy, colonoscopy, and imaging techniques, while treatments range from medications and lifestyle changes to advanced procedures like ERCP and endoscopic surgery for managing complex gastrointestinal disorders.