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🚨 Blood in Stool? Don’t Ignore It! | Dr. Sumanth Koppolu | Best Gastroenterologist | Vizag

👉 Seeing blood in your stool can be alarming — and it’s a sign you should get checked early.

🔍 Possible Causes Include:
• Piles (Hemorrhoids)
• Anal fissures & fistula
• Colon or anal cancer
• IBD (Crohn’s disease / Ulcerative colitis)
• Polyps
• Rectal ulcers
• Diverticulosis
• Gastroenteritis

👉 Early diagnosis helps prevent complications and ensures the right treatment at the right time.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu
MD, DM (CMC Vellore)
✅ Consultant Gastroenterologist

🏥 Sanghamitra Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepatology
📍 MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017
📞 +91 87908 52233 | +91 77026 77797

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🔍 What is Colonoscopy? | Dr. Sumanth Koppolu | Best Gastroenterologist | Vizag

A colonoscopy is a safe and painless procedure that allows doctors to examine the inside of your large intestine (colon and rectum) using a thin, flexible camera tube.

✅ Why is Colonoscopy Done?
✔ Persistent abdominal pain
✔ Chronic diarrhea or constipation
✔ Blood in stools
✔ Unexplained weight loss
✔ Screening for colon cancer
✔ Detecting polyps, ulcers & inflammation

🩺 What Can It Detect?
🔹 Colon polyps
🔹 Colorectal cancer (early stage)
🔹 Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
🔹 Ulcers & bleeding sources
🔹 Infections and strictures

⏱ How is it Performed?
🔸 Done under mild sedation
🔸 Takes about 20–30 minutes
🔸 No pain during the procedure
🔸 Patient can go home the same day

🌟 Why It’s Important
✔ Early detection saves lives
✔ Polyps can be removed during the test
✔ Prevents colon cancer before it starts

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu
MD, DM (CMC Vellore)
✅ Consultant Gastroenterologist

🏥 Sanghamitra Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepatology
📍 Ground Floor, D.No: 1-83-26, MIG-55, Sector-5, MVP Double Road, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017

📞 +91 87908 52233 | +91 77026 77797

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🦠 PARASITES IN THE GUT Small organisms — big health problems | Dr. Sumanth Koppolu | Best Gastroenterologist | Vizag

👉 Intestinal parasites live inside the digestive tract and can silently affect your nutrition, immunity, and overall gut health.

🔍 Common Types of Gut Parasites
• Roundworms
• Hookworms
• Tapeworms
• Threadworms (Pinworms)
• Giardia
• Entamoeba histolytica

⚠️ Common Symptoms
• Chronic abdominal pain
• Diarrhea or loose stools
• Bloating & gas
• Unexplained weight loss
• Anemia
• Fatigue & weakness
• Itching around the anus (especially at night)
• Poor appetite

🚨 How Do People Get Infected?
• Contaminated food or water
• Poor hand hygiene
• Unwashed vegetables & fruits
• Walking barefoot on contaminated soil
• Close contact in children

🧪 How Is It Diagnosed?
✔ Stool examination
✔ Blood tests (eosinophilia)
✔ Endoscopy (in selected cases)
✔ Imaging when required

💊 Treatment
• Specific anti-parasitic medications
• Treatment based on parasite type
• Nutritional correction
• Repeat testing if needed

✅ Most infections are completely curable when treated early.

🛡️ Prevention Tips
• Wash hands frequently
• Drink clean, boiled or filtered water
• Wash vegetables thoroughly
• Deworm children regularly
• Maintain food hygiene

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu
MD, DM (CMC Vellore)
✅ Consultant Gastroenterologist

📍 Sanghamitra Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Ground Floor, D.No: 1-83-26, MIG-55, Sector-5, MVP Double Road, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017

📞 +91 87908 52233 | +91 77026 77797

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TYPES OF JAUNDICE Know the cause to treat it right | Dr. Sumanth Koppolu | Best Gastroenterologist | Vizag

👉 Jaundice occurs when bilirubin builds up in the blood, causing yellowing of the eyes and skin.

🔍 1️⃣ Pre-Hepatic Jaundice
➡️ Problem occurs before the liver
Causes:
• Excess breakdown of red blood cells
• Hemolytic anemia
• Malaria

Main issue:
⚠️ Liver is normal but overloaded with bilirubin.

🧠 2️⃣ Hepatic Jaundice
➡️ Problem inside the liver
Causes:
• Viral hepatitis (A, B, C, E)
• Alcohol-related liver disease
• Fatty liver
• Drug-induced liver injury

Main issue:
⚠️ Liver cells cannot process bilirubin properly.

🚧 3️⃣ Post-Hepatic (Obstructive) Jaundice

➡️ Problem after the liver
Causes:
• Gallbladder stones
• Bile duct blockage
• Pancreatic or bile duct tumors
• Strictures

Main issue:
⚠️ Bile flow is blocked.

🚨 Common Symptoms
• Yellow eyes & skin
• Dark urine
• Pale stools
• Itching
• Fatigue
• Abdominal pain

🏥 Why early diagnosis matters
✔ Different types → different treatments
✔ Delay can cause serious liver damage
✔ Accurate tests guide proper care

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu
MD, DM (CMC Vellore)
✅ Consultant Gastroenterologist

📍 Sanghamitra Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Ground Floor, D.No: 1-83-26, MIG-55, Sector-5, MVP Double Road, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017

📞 +91 87908 52233 | +91 77026 77797

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🚨 ACUTE GASTROENTERITIS | Expert Info By Dr. Sumanth Koppolu | Best Gastroenterologist | Vizag

👉 Commonly known as stomach infection or stomach flu

◼️ Acute gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines that causes sudden digestive symptoms.

🔍 Common Causes
✅ Viral infections
✅ Bacterial infections
✅ Contaminated food & water

⚠️ Common Symptoms
• Nausea & vomiting
• Loose motions / diarrhea
• Abdominal cramps or pain
• Fever & dehydration (in some cases)

💊 Treatment & Care
✔ Plenty of oral fluids
✔ ORS to prevent dehydration
✔ Medications if advised by a doctor
✔ Avoid oily, spicy & outside food

⚠️ Do not self-medicate, especially in children and elderly patients.

🚑 When to see a doctor immediately
🔸 Severe dehydration
🔸 Blood in stools
🔸 Persistent vomiting
🔸 High fever
🔸 Symptoms lasting more than 2–3 days

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu
MD, DM (CMC Vellore)
Consultant Gastroenterologist

📍 Sanghamitra Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Ground Floor, D.No: 1-83-26, MIG-55, Sector-5, MVP Double Road, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017

📞 +91 87908 52233 | +91 77026 77797

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💊 LAXATIVES EXPLAINED Not all constipation medicines are the same! | Dr. Sumanth Koppolu | Best Gastroenterologist | Vizag

◼️ Constipation is common — but choosing the wrong laxative can worsen the problem instead of fixing it.

🔍 Types of laxatives & how they work:
✅ Bulk-forming laxatives
• Add fibre and increase stool volume
• Best for long-term constipation

✅ Osmotic laxatives
• Pull water into stools
• Make stools soft and easy to pass

✅ Stimulant laxatives
• Stimulate bowel movement
• Should be used only under medical advice

✅ Stool softeners
• Help soften hard stools
• Useful after surgery or during painful defecation

⚠️ Important to know:
❌ Overuse of laxatives can lead to dependency
❌ Not every constipation needs medication
❌ Long-term constipation needs proper evaluation

👨‍⚕️ The right treatment depends on the cause — not guesswork.

👉 If constipation is persistent, painful, or recurring, consult a gastroenterologist for a personalized plan.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu
MD, DM (CMC Vellore)
✅ Consultant Gastroenterologist

📍 Sanghamitra Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Ground Floor, D.No: 1-83-26, MIG-55, Sector-5, MVP Double Road, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017

📞 +91 87908 52233 | +91 77026 77797

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What Is the Gut Microbiome? And Why Is It So Important for Your Health? | Dr. Sumanth Koppolu | Best Gastroenterologist | Vizag

◼️ Your gut microbiome is a community of trillions of good bacteria living inside your intestines.

👉 These tiny organisms play a huge role in keeping you healthy — from digestion to immunity and even mood.

📌 What does the gut microbiome do?
✔ Helps digest food and absorb nutrients
✔ Produces important vitamins (like B & K)
✔ Protects you from harmful bacteria
✔ Supports your immune system
✔ Influences metabolism, weight & mental health

👉 When the microbiome is unhealthy, you may notice:
• Bloating, gas or indigestion
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Frequent infections
• Low energy or brain fog
• Skin and allergy issues

📌 How to support a healthy gut microbiome:
🥗 Eat fiber-rich foods (fruits, vegetables, whole grains)
🥛 Include fermented foods (curd, buttermilk, idli, dosa, kefir)
💧 Drink enough water
🚶 Stay physically active
💊 Avoid unnecessary antibiotics

✅ A healthy gut = a healthier you 🌱 Take care of your gut, and your body will thank you!

📍 Visit Us At: Sanghamitra Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Ground Floor, D.No: 1-83-26, MIG-55, Sector 5 MVP Double Road, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017

📞 Contact: +91 87908 52233 | +91 77026 77797

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu
MD DM (CMC Vellore)
✅ Consultant Gastroenterologist

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Acidity medicines — Explained simply | Dr. Sumanth Koppolu | Best Gastroenterologist | Vizag

👉 Confused between Antacids, Sucralfate, and Alginates?

✅ They all treat acidity — but they work very differently.

🔹 Antacids → Neutralize acid (fast, short relief)
🔹 Sucralfate → Coats and heals ulcers (protective layer)
🔹 Alginates → Form a raft to prevent reflux after meals

💡 Which one do you need?
• Quick relief → Antacids
• Ulcer healing → Sucralfate
• Reflux control → Alginates

⚠️ If acidity is frequent, severe, or wakes you at night — don’t self-medicate. Get evaluated.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu
MD, DM (CMC Vellore)
✅ Consultant Gastroenterologist

📍 Visit Us At: Sanghamitra Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Ground Floor, D.No: 1-83-26, MIG-55, Sector-5, MVP Double Road, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017

📞 Contact: +91 87908 52233 | +91 77026 77797

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What is SIBO? (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) | 👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu | Best Gastroenterologist

👉 SIBO is a condition where excess bacteria grow in the small intestine — an area that normally has very few bacteria. This leads to poor digestion, nutrient malabsorption, and uncomfortable gut symptoms.

❓ What happens in SIBO?
👉 When bacteria multiply abnormally in the small intestine, they interfere with digestion and absorption, leading to gas formation, bloating, inflammation, and vitamin deficiencies.

⚠️ Common Symptoms of SIBO
✔ Bloating and abdominal distension
✔ Excessive gas or flatulence
✔ Diarrhea or loose stools
✔ Constipation (in some cases)
✔ Abdominal pain or cramps
✔ Nausea
✔ Unexplained weight loss
✔ Fatigue and weakness
✔ Vitamin B12 or iron deficiency

📌 Risk Factors for SIBO
• IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
• Diabetes (nerve-related gut motility issues)
• Long-term use of acid-reducing medications (PPIs)
• Previous abdominal or intestinal surgery
• Intestinal strictures or adhesions
• Celiac disease
• Chronic pancreatitis
• Low stomach acid
• Motility disorders of the gut

🩺 Why early diagnosis matters

◼️ Untreated SIBO can cause long-term nutritional deficiencies, weight loss, and chronic digestive problems.

👉 Proper diagnosis and targeted treatment can significantly improve symptoms.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu
MD, DM (CMC Vellore)
✅ Consultant Gastroenterologist

📍 Visit Us At: Sanghamitra Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Ground Floor, D.No: 1-83-26, MIG-55, Sector-5, MVP Double Road, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017

📞 Contact: +91 87908 52233 | +91 77026 77797

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ARMA – A New Treatment for GERD | Dr. Sumanth Koppolu | Best Gastroenterologist | Vizag

😟 Suffering from long-term acidity, heartburn, or acid reflux that doesn’t improve with medicines?

👉 ARMA (Anti-Reflux Mucosal Ablation) is a modern, minimally invasive endoscopic treatment designed to reduce acid reflux and improve quality of life.

📌 What is ARMA?
ARMA is an advanced endoscopic procedure that treats GERD by strengthening the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) — the valve that normally prevents acid from flowing back into the food pipe.

📌 Key benefits of ARMA:
✔ Minimally invasive endoscopic procedure
✔ No surgical cuts, no scars
✔ Usually done as an outpatient procedure
✔ Targets the root cause — weak LES
✔ Uses argon plasma coagulation for controlled mucosal treatment
✔ Reduces acid reflux and heartburn symptoms

📌 Who can benefit?
• Patients with chronic GERD
• Those not responding well to long-term acid-reducing medicines
• Patients who want a non-surgical option for reflux control.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Sumanth Koppolu
MD, DM (CMC Vellore)
✅ Consultant Gastroenterologist

📍 Visit Us At: Sanghamitra Institute of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Ground Floor, D.No: 1-83-26, MIG-55, Sector-5, MVP Double Road, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017

📞 Contact: +91 87908 52233 | +91 77026 77797

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