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Gastroenterology is the specialty of the digestive system: oesophagus, stomach, bowels, liver, gallbladder and pancreas. In Rabat, the capital, the gastroenterologist treats abdominal pain, bowel problems, reflux, heartburn, bloating, inflammatory bowel diseases, liver disease and screening for digestive cancers. People usually consult after persistent symptoms, an abnormal blood test, or a referral from their GP. Some gastroenterologists also perform examinations such as gastroscopy or colonoscopy. This page gives general information and does not replace the advice of a health professional: only a doctor who examines you can make a diagnosis. The listings concern non-registered practitioners: the information comes from the public directory and should be confirmed with the practice.
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CTA: Find a gastroenterologist in Rabat Free request — the practitioner confirms. Subject to confirmation.
What happens next? 1. You choose the city and the doctor. 2. You leave your name and phone number. 3. The doctor contacts you to confirm.
What does this specialist do? The gastroenterologist listens to symptoms, examines the patient and, if needed, orders blood tests, stool tests, an ultrasound or an endoscopy. They diagnose and follow digestive and liver diseases, offer drug treatment, dietary advice and, when necessary, examinations or endoscopic procedures. They also follow patients with chronic bowel or liver disease, and take part in screening and follow-up of polyps and digestive cancers. They work with the GP, the digestive surgeon, the nutritionist and sometimes the oncologist.
When should you consult? Consult when abdominal pain, diarrhoea, constipation, vomiting, reflux or bloating persist or keep returning, when you lose weight without reason, when stools contain blood, when tests show a liver abnormality, or when a family history of digestive cancer justifies screening. Seek urgent care for severe abdominal pain, vomiting blood, black stools or sudden jaundice.
How does a consultation work? The consultation starts with questions about symptoms, diet, treatments and medical history, then a clinical examination, notably of the abdomen. The doctor may order tests or schedule a further examination such as an endoscopy, with preparation to follow. Bring previous test results, prescriptions, a list of medicines and examination reports. Note your symptoms before the visit: since when, at what time, what makes them worse or better.