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

AIR POLLUTION CAN BE A RISK FACTOR OF INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE (IBD)

Long-term exposure to air pollution can trigger inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This is because pollutants contained in air pollution can disrupt the immune system so that it can attack cells in the digestive system. Prof. Dr. Ari Fahrial Syam, PhD, MMB, FACP, FACG, Gastroenterohepatology consultant, explained that inhaled air pollution can enter

WHAT IS ENDOSCOPIC BARIATRIC?

Quoting from RSCM Kencana's live Instagram regarding "Endoscopic Treatment for Obesity" moderated by Dr. Saskia Aziza and Dr. Hasan Maulahela as speaker. Endoscopic Bariatric is an alternative procedure for treating obesity with endoscopy without surgery. Endoscopic bariatric therapy is divided into two methods, namely reducing the volume of space in the stomach

BEWARE, LYING OUT AFTER EATING CAN TRIGGER GERD

After feeling full, most people will tend to be sleepy. So it's not uncommon to end up sleeping or just lying down. However, the habit of lying down after eating can be the trigger for GERD. Prof. Ari Fahrial Syam, MD, Ph.D., MMB, FACP, FACG, FINASIM, gastroentero-hepatology consultant, explained that GERD is