Esophageal Disorders

+91-9962 242 000

Esophageal Disorders Treatment in Chennai

The esophagus, a muscular tube starts from the neck and extends to the abdomen connecting the throat to the stomach.
The most common disorder is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) which can damage the esophagus.
Other disorders include cancer, heartburn, and eosinophilic esophagitis.
They are treated depending on the problems or disorders with over-the-counter medicines where a person requires a prescription medicine or surgery.

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People aged between 45 and 70 have the highest risk of oesophageal cancer

3 to 4

Men are 3 to 4 times more likely to develop esophageal cancer compared to women

95%

The most common of esophageal disorders are GERD where it can be treated with a success rate of approximately 95%

Signs and symptoms

Chest pain
Dysphagia
Heartburn
Indigestion
Persistent cough
Unexpected weight loss
Vomiting
Hiccups
Difficulty in swallowing
Light-headedness
Feeling that something gets stuck in the throat
Loss of consciousness
Easy bleeding or bruising
Jaundice
Ascites
Painful swallowing
Acid regurgitation

Risk Factors

Older age
Family history
Diabetes
Cancer
Obesity
Smoking
Drinking alcohol
Having bite reflex
High-fat and low-fiber, diet
A sedentary lifestyle
Radiation therapy for cancer
Inflammatory intestinal conditions
A personal history of polyps
High portal vein pressure
Large varices
Red marks on the varices
Severe cirrhosis or liver failure

Hear Our Story

Focused On You

As our valued patient, you are at the center of everything we do – and that will never change.

24/7 Care

Open every day from 8 – 8, with no appointments necessary. Just walk in at a time that works best for you.

Timely Care

We know how busy life can be. That’s why most patients are in and out in less than an hour.

Diet and Nutrition

Consume berries, carrots as they are full of antioxidants and phytonutrients.
Eat more fruits, cruciferous vegetables, beans, and legumes, spinach and nuts which help in increasing the level of specific fatty acids to protect the growth of cancer cells.
Eat foods that are rich in vitamin and proteins
Avoid garlic, onion, tomato-based foods, citrus and spicy foods, and mint -flavoured foods.
Avoid consuming chocolates and limit drinks which are rich in caffeine.

Prevention

Avoid alcohol consumption
Avoid smoking
Exercise regularly
Maintain a healthy weight
Maintain a balanced diet
Use chemicals sparingly and carefully
Reduce your risk of hepatitis

Focused On Providing The Best Possible Treatment To Our Patients

We Have Created Our Care Practice Specially To Fit Your Needs

From trouble sleeping to work stress to anxiety to depression, we all have difficulty managing our emotions at times. It’s part of being human. And addressing these issues is a vital part of what we do as a primary care practice, because your emotional well-being is essential to your overall health and wellness.

We’ve redesigned the doctor’s office experience to fit your life, put you at ease, and treat you as a whole person. We create safe and inviting spaces,

ask meaningful questions, give you time to talk, and listen without judgment. Then we work with you on a plan to help you feel your best — whether you want to sleep better, feel calmer, worry less, or get a better handle on your mood.

To continue shedding a light on mental health issues, we teamed up with the award-winning musicians from Bear and a Banjo to create a song showing people they’re not alone. See how the project came to life in the video above — and if you’re struggling, we can help.

Diagnosis

Blood tests
CT scans
PET
Ultrasound
X-rays
MRI
Imaging tests
Abdominal, or pelvic scans
Barium swallow studies
Endoscopy
Bronchoscopy
Esophageal manometry
Biopsy
Laboratory tests

Key Services

Surgeries
Radiation therapies
Chemotherapy
Immunotherapies
Targeted therapies

Key Facilities

Customized operation theatres with advanced treatments to perform all the major and minor oncologic surgeries.
Well-equipped surgical intensive care unit to handle oncological emergencies, and also treat post-operative patients.
Administration of Chemotherapy by trained nurses and staff
Highly maintained day-care units for short surgical procedures and chemotherapies.
Diagnostic radiology services comprising Mammogram, Ultrasound, and guided procedures.
Dedicated experts of medical/surgical/radiation oncologists for excellent patient care.
An excellent multi-speciality team comprising of expert surgeons available for opinion and management.

Esophageal Disorders

+91-9962 242 000