Private GP for Digestive Problems in London
When your gut is unhappy, everything suffers. The bloating that makes clothes uncomfortable. The unpredictable bowels that limit where you can go. The pain that disrupts your day. Digestive problems deserve proper investigation, not just being told to eat more fibre.
Why Digestive Symptoms Need Attention
Your digestive system is complex and symptoms can have many causes. While conditions like IBS are common and manageable, other causes need ruling out. Proper assessment means appropriate treatment rather than guessing.
Living with undiagnosed digestive problems affects work, social life, and mental wellbeing. Getting answers changes everything.
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Symptoms We Investigate
Bloating and abdominal distension that worsens through the day or after eating certain foods.
Abdominal pain or cramping, whether constant or coming and going.
Changes in bowel habits including constipation, diarrhoea, or alternating between both.
Excessive wind and discomfort.
Heartburn and acid reflux that does not respond to over the counter remedies.
Nausea or unexplained appetite changes.
Blood in your stool or black tarry stools, which always need urgent assessment.
Unintentional weight loss alongside digestive symptoms.
What Happens at Your Appointment
Your GP will take a detailed history of your symptoms, diet, and lifestyle. When did symptoms start? What makes them better or worse? Have you noticed any patterns?
Examination of your abdomen helps identify tenderness, bloating, or other findings.
Blood tests may be arranged to check for inflammation, coeliac disease, thyroid function, and other relevant markers.
Stool tests can identify infection, inflammation, or blood not visible to the eye.
Based on findings, your GP may diagnose and treat the condition, recommend dietary changes or medications, or refer you for further investigation.
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Understanding IBS
Irritable bowel syndrome affects up to one in five people. It causes abdominal pain related to bowel movements, bloating, and altered bowel habits without underlying structural disease.
Diagnosis involves ruling out other causes. Once confirmed, IBS is manageable through dietary modification, stress management, and sometimes medication. Many people find significant improvement once they have a diagnosis and treatment plan.
When Specialist Referral Is Needed
Some symptoms warrant gastroenterology referral for endoscopy, colonoscopy, or specialist investigation. Your GP can arrange private referrals with appointments typically available within one to two weeks.
Red flag symptoms including rectal bleeding, unexplained weight loss, and new symptoms over age 50 are prioritised appropriately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I try eliminating foods before seeing a GP? Keep a food and symptom diary if you can, but avoid eliminating major food groups without guidance. Your GP can advise on proper elimination approaches.
How long will it take to get a diagnosis? Many conditions can be diagnosed at your first appointment. Others need test results or specialist input, typically taking two to four weeks.
Can you test for food intolerances? We can test for coeliac disease and lactose intolerance. Broader food intolerance testing has limited evidence but can be discussed.
What if I need a colonoscopy? Private colonoscopy can usually be arranged within one to two weeks of referral.
Stop putting up with digestive symptoms that limit your life.