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Gut health hub

Your gut is key to your wellbeing. Our gut health hub includes expert advice and resources to help you take control of your gut health.

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Support for good gut health

We understand that digestive health plays a crucial role in your overall well-being, influencing how you feel physically and mentally. At Benenden Hospital, we offer a range of diagnostic procedures in our JAG-accredited Endoscopy Unit and treatment for gut health conditions which affect the stomach and intestines, liver, gallbladder and pancreas. Our Nutritional Therapy service can also support you if you're looking to enhance your general health and wellbeing.

This hub includes a wealth of resources to help you understand and improve your gut health. Explore expert advice, practical tips, and the latest research on maintaining a healthy digestive system. Get started below with our guides on understanding gut health.

Gastroenterology treatments and tests

We provide a range of discreet diagnostic tests and treatment for conditions affecting your gut.

Our gastroenterology service

Nutrition and healthy eating

The link between a good diet and health is widely recognised. Getting the nutrients you need to feel better physically and mentally is a key step towards good health and wellbeing.

Our nutritional therapy service

Welcome to our gut health hub

Dr Phil Mayhead, Consultant Gastroenterologist, welcomes you to our one-stop resource for a range of expert advice, practical tips and latest research designed to help you understand and improve your gut health.

Our hub will help you recognise signs that you may need to see a Gastroenterologist, or enhance your knowledge of healthy eating through our nutrition articles.

Video transcript

Welcome to the gut health hub, your one-stop resource for a range of expert advice, practical tips and latest research designed to help you understand and improve your gut health.

We understand that digestive health plays a crucial role in your overall wellbeing, influencing how you feel physically and mentally.

Our hub will help you recognise signs that you may need to see a Gastroenterologist, or enhance your knowledge of healthy eating through our nutrition articles.

At Benenden Hospital, we offer fast access to gastroenterology experts who can diagnose and offer treatment for a range of conditions, from acid reflux and indigestion to irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease and more.

Patients are seen within our Endoscopy unit which has been accredited by the Joint Advisory Group, also known as JAG, an independent regulatory body which assesses all endoscopy suites at hospitals to ensure standards are maintained.

So, if you're struggling with gut health-related issues, or want to improve your knowledge about general health and wellbeing, our hub is here to guide you in the right direction. We hope you find it useful!

Upper gastrointestinal (GI) conditions

Upper GI conditions affect your oesophagus, stomach and the first part of the small intestine. They can be caused by a variety of factors including bacterial infection, inflammation of the upper GI tract, overeating or drinking too much alcohol, long-term use of certain medications or even stress.

In this selection of articles, we explore various upper GI conditions, their causes, symptoms, management and treatment. From gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) to coeliac disease and more, these articles provide valuable insights into the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions - and how we can help.

Lower gastrointestinal (GI) conditions

Lower GI conditions affect the large intestine (or colon), rectum and anus. They can also develop for a range of reasons, including diet, lifestyle, medications and other health conditions.

In this collection of articles, we examine a variety of lower GI conditions, discussing their origins, symptoms, and treatment. From irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) to Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, these articles offer in-depth insights into the diagnosis and management of these disorders.

Our latest gut health news

Skin can signal liver disease

Could your skin reveal liver disease? Learn about common skin symptoms, liver conditions, risk factors and liver ultrasound scans.

Alcohol and diverticulitis: reasons to be careful

Can alcohol worsen diverticulitis? Learn about the risks, symptoms, flare-up triggers and ways to support digestive health.

Understanding heartburn with the Bravo Reflux Testing System

If you're suffering with heartburn or acid reflux, the Bravo™ Reflux Testing System can help you to better understand your symptoms.

How long does indigestion last - and when to seek help

Discover the causes and symptoms of indigestion - and find out when to ask for help.

Coeliac disease and diabetes: diet traps to avoid

Up to 10% of people with coeliac disease also have type 1 diabetes. In this guide Benenden Hospital's Nutritional Therapist provides dietary advice.

Don’t let common abdominal conditions affect your working life

Find out how private medical insurance (PMI) can help you access diagnosis and treatment for common abdominal conditions at Benenden Hospital.

Abdominal pain while coughing? Here’s what it could be

This article will help you to understand why you might experience abdominal pain while coughing.

How to access endoscopy services as a self-pay patient

Endoscopy services are among the many services offered to self-pay patients at Benenden Hospital.

Alleviate your endoscopy concerns

It’s normal to feel nervous prior to your endoscopy procedure, but what can be done to soothe your concerns? We’re here to help you to understand the ins and outs of this common procedure.

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