Esophagus & Stomach
- Reflux disease and heartburn.
- Difficulty swallowing, food sticking, achalasia.
- Peptic ulcer disease, H. pylori infection.
- Unexplained nausea, vomiting, early satiety.
Conditions We Commonly See
Patients are referred to Al Farabi for a wide range of digestive, liver and nutrition problems. The list below is not exhaustive but highlights common reasons for consultation in our adult and pediatric clinics.
Small & Large Intestine
- Chronic diarrhea or constipation.
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
- Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis).
- Unexplained weight loss, anemia or GI bleeding.
Liver & Biliary Conditions
- Viral hepatitis, fatty liver disease and cirrhosis.
- Cholestasis and jaundice in infants and children.
- Autoimmune and metabolic liver disorders.
- Gallbladder stones and biliary colic.
Pancreatic & Nutrition Disorders
- Acute and chronic pancreatitis.
- Celiac disease and malabsorption.
- Malnutrition, faltering growth, obesity.
- Feeding difficulties, selective eating, enteral nutrition follow-up.
Common Pediatric Issues
- Infant colic, reflux and cow’s milk protein allergy.
- Chronic abdominal pain, constipation and encopresis.
- GI manifestations of systemic diseases (rheumatologic, neurologic, genetic).
Skin & Systemic Conditions
- Skin disease linked to GI or liver conditions (e.g., psoriasis, pruritus).
- Chronic urticaria and allergy-related rashes.
- Secondary osteoporosis and vitamin deficiency states.