INDONESIAN DIGESTIVE DISEASE WEEK (IDDW) 2023

REGISTER NOW! "Indonesian Digestive Disease Week (IDDW) 2023" *16 - 17 May 2023 - Hands-on Endoscopy Workshop (for limited participants) *18 - 20 May 2023 - IDDW 2023 Symposium Scientific Programs: * Hands-on Endoscopy Workshop * Symposium * Plenary Lecture * Exhibitions * Poster Session Register at: https://www.iddw2023.com/

GERD OFTEN RELAPSES AFTER EID, THIS IS THE REASON

Unhealthy eating patterns can be one of the triggers for someone to experience Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). According to these triggers, the production of stomach acid after Eid is related to changes in the 'eating pattern' after fasting. During fasting, eating habits tend to be regular, both in terms of time and

HOW TO OVERCOME RELAPSE OF STOMACH ACID DURING RAMADAN FASTING

When the stomach is empty, stomach acid which relapse can make the sufferer feel uncomfortable. Syifa Mustika, MD, a consultant of gastroenterohepatology, shared three ways to deal with stomach acid that relapse during fasting. 1. Drink lots of water and consume fruits Increasing water consumption at suhoor and breaking the fast will

TIPS FOR ULCER SUFFERERS DURING RAMADAN FASTING

During fasting in the month of Ramadan, the body's metabolism changes due to difficulties in eating and drinking, as well as changes in sleep patterns. Most people with stomach ulcers or GERD are worried about fasting because they are afraid that the pain will heal. Prof. Ari Fahrial Syam, MD, MMB, PhD,

RECOGNIZE THE CAUSES OF BLOODY STOOLS

Prof. Ari Fahrial Syam, MD, PhD, MMB, FACP, FACG, Gastroenterohepatology consultant, explained that in principle when someone has bloody bowel movements the first thing to do is be calm and don't panic. After calming down, it is advisable to lie down. Don't do the activity first because you don't know how much

IS ENDOSCOPY SAFE FOR CHILDREN?

Based on the explanation from Dr. dr. Ariani Dewi Widodo, SpA(K), a consultant pediatrician for gastro hepatology, says endoscopy procedures are safe for babies and children. Endoscopic procedures can help diagnose certain medical conditions or complaints. Starting from children swallowing foreign objects, and vomiting continuously, to experiencing bleeding in the digestive tract.

INTERNATIONAL DIGESTIVE ENDOSCOPY NETWORK 2023 (IDEN 2023)

The International Digestive Endoscopy Network 2023 (IDEN 2023), will be held from June 8 to 10, 2023 at Grand Walkerhill Hotel in Seoul, Korea. The scientific program will include live demonstrations and joint symposiums with JSGE, WEO, ESGE, and TSGE to share recent research achievements and celebrate the long-standing cooperation among endoscopic

ENDOSCOPYCON 2023 ALIVE – Active Learning Innovations Vital in Endoscopy

The Philippine Society of Digestive Endoscopy invites you to its first hybrid convention with the theme ALIVE - Active Learning Innovations Vital in Endoscopy on February 10- 11, 2023, happening live in-person and in virtual platform in Hilton Hotel Manila. This convention aims to bring together local and international GI endoscopy experts to share learning innovations about the latest

SEOUL INTERNATIONAL DIGESTIVE DISEASE SYMPOSIUM 2023 (SIDDS 2023)

The SIDDS 2023 in conjunction with the Annual Meeting of Korean Society of Gastroenterology will be held in a hybrid format from April 8 to 9, 2023 (offline location at Grand Walkerhill Seoul, Korea). Save the important dates: Abstract submission deadline: February 3, 2023 Pre-registration deadline: March 10, 2023 For further information

THE EFFECT OF HIGH-FAT FOODS ON GASTROINTESTINAL HEALTH

A high intake of fat is a source of cholesterol which can cause gallstones. Prof. Ari Fahrial Syam, MD, MMB, PhD, FACP, FACG explained that basically, foods containing cholesterol could be a source of calories, but if the amount is excessive, it can gather in the gallbladder. Cholesterol that accumulates in the