World Health Day 2024

Every April 7th is commemorated as World Health Day. Currently, the right to health of millions of people worldwide is increasingly under threat. Diseases and disasters are the leading causes of death and disability. At least 140 countries recognize health as a human right in their constitutions. However, around 4.5 billion people

Tips for Fasting for People with Acid Reflux

Fasting during Ramadan can be quite challenging for individuals with acid reflux. However, those with this condition can still observe fasting safely and maintain their health. As reported by tirto.id, Prof. Dr. dr. Ari Fahrial Syam, MMB, SpPD, K-GEH, FACG, FACP, FINASIM, and Dr. Dedy G. Sudrajat, SpPD, K-GEH, FINASIM, shared several

ENDOSCOPIC SUBMUCOSAL DISSECTION (ESD)

If there is a tumor or early lesion in the mucosa of the digestive tract, the doctor may recommend removing it with a procedure called endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD). What is endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD)? Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) is a minimally invasive therapeutic procedure to remove large polyps or early cancer

WHAT IS ZENKER’S DIVERTICULUM?

Diverticulum is a medical term that refers to an abnormal structure such as a sac. Diverticula can form almost anywhere in the digestive tract. Zenker's diverticulum is a sac that develops in the hypopharynx, usually between the cricopharyngeus (CP) and the inferior pharyngeal constrictor muscle. Zenker's diverticulum only involves the mucosa and

PERORAL ENDOSCOPIC MYOTOMY (POEM)

Peroral Endoscopic Mytomy (POEM) is a procedure performed to treat swallowing disorders caused by tension in the esophageal muscles or what is known as esophageal achalasia. This procedure is carried out using an endoscopic instrument that is inserted through the mouth. Who may need a POEM procedure? POEM is used to treat

GASTRIC BALLOON INSERTION

Gastric balloon insertion is a weight loss procedure by placing a silicone balloon filled with air or saline in the stomach. Installation of a gastric balloon generally takes around 20 minutes to 1 hour, carried out with an endoscope from the back of the throat to the stomach. https://youtube.com/shorts/2AdtoKrxpho?feature=share   The balloon

IS IT TRUE THAT AMERICANO IS SAFE FOR GERD SUFFERERS?

Consultant gastroenterohepatology, Prof. Ari Fahrial Syam, does not confirm that Americano is the only type of coffee brew that is safe for GERD patients. Because the principle of whether coffee is safe or unsafe depends on the caffeine content. According to Prof. Ari, GERD sufferers will be safer consuming coffee with low