Digestive issues can be stressful and significantly interfere with your life. Visiting a GI specialist like Dr. David Chua, Dr. Rajeev Nayar, and Dr. Afreen Hyder at Summit Digestive & Liver Disease Specialists of Oakbrook Terrace, Park Ridge, and Chicago, IL, can help reduce the impact and help you find relief.

Benefits of Visiting a GI Specialist

If you are dealing with digestive issues, you might think it’s normal. Or if you’ve looked up your symptoms, you might be convinced that there is something seriously wrong with you or that there is no cure. In both cases, you are likely to avoid seeking help.

The truth is, though, that you should never avoid seeking care for something that is impacting your life. Dr. Chua, Dr. Nayar, and Dr. Hyder at Summit Digestive & Liver Disease Specialists of Oakbrook Terrace, Park Ridge, and Chicago, IL, share a few benefits to gain from visiting a GI specialist.

An Understanding Ear

Unfortunately, people who don’t experience digestive issues have a difficult time understanding the impact they have. A specialist does have an understanding, even if they don’t experience them personally. They can understand how they impact your life and work with you to make the necessary changes.

Help for a Wide Range of Issues

A gastroenterologist treats many issues. These include heartburn, nausea, and indigestion as well as: 

• Abdominal pain
• Unexpected weight loss or gain
• Bleeding
• Bloating and gas
• IBD and IBS
• GERD
• Pancreatitis
• Gallstones
• Liver disease
• Stomach and colon cancer

In-Depth and Expert Diagnosis

A specialist will do a comprehensive assessment and examination to determine the cause of your issues. This will include taking vitals, discussing medical history and symptoms, lab tests, blood work, imaging, and even procedures like an endoscopy when necessary. They’ll then provide a diagnosis to help you understand what is going on.

Personalized Treatment Plan

Once a diagnosis is determined, you’ll work with your specialist to develop and follow a holistic, personalized care plan. This typically includes lifestyle adjustments, such as diet changes and exercise. It may also include medication or other procedures if more conservative approaches do not provide the desired outcome. However, the goal is to treat and manage your condition without invasive techniques as much as possible.

If you are experiencing difficulty swallowing, heartburn, or any other signs of GI distress, it’s time to seek the help of a skilled GI specialist. Call (630) 889-9889 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chua, Dr. Nayar, and Dr. Hyder. Our team at Summit Digestive & Liver Disease Specialists is proud to offer six locations in Oakbrook Terrace, Park Ridge, and Chicago, IL, for your convenience.