Your digestive system will thank you! Tips from the gastroenterologist of the Yelabuga Central District Hospital as part of Prevention Week

      Meet Leysan Rafkatovna Kholmatshekhova, a gastroenterologist at the clinic of the Elabuga Central District Hospital — an expert on the health of your gastrointestinal tract.

      As part of Gastrointestinal Disease Prevention Week, Leysan Rafkatovna shares key tips to help you keep this vital “engine” of the body in perfect condition! We often don’t notice how much work our GI tract does until discomfort, heaviness, or pain appears. Yet its function determines our energy, immunity, and even mood.

      Why does the GI tract need special attention after age 40? “Age 40+ is not just a number; it’s an important milestone for stomach and intestinal health,” emphasizes Leysan Rafkatovna. “As we age, the body changes, and the risks of serious pathologies, including malignant neoplasms, increase. That’s why early diagnosis is so important now. Pay attention to your body — it sends signals.”

      “Warning bells” — when to see a doctor? Never ignore these symptoms. They may be the first signals of serious problems.

      - Persistent heartburn or belching: Not just unpleasant, but a sign of possible inflammation.

      - Abdominal pain: Especially if it is regular, severe, or changes in character.

      - Bowel habit disturbances: Prolonged constipation or diarrhea, unexplained changes in color or consistency.

      - Unexplained weight loss: If you lose weight without effort or dieting, seek urgent consultation.

      - Chronic GI diseases: Gastritis, ulcers, polyps — all require ongoing monitoring and attention.

      Your best protection: Examinations that save lives! “The only way to be sure there are no serious pathologies is to undergo regular medical check-ups and preventive examinations, including within the national project ‘Long and Active Life,’” reminds Dr. Kholmatshekhova.

      After 40, screening examinations are especially important:

      - Fibrogastroscopy (FGS): A detailed examination of the stomach, esophagus, and duodenum. Don’t postpone if indicated.

      - Fecal occult blood test: A simple but very important test that helps detect hidden bleeding.

      - Colonoscopy: Performed on a doctor’s recommendation to examine the large intestine. Helps detect polyps and other changes at early stages.

      - Abdominal ultrasound and Helicobacter pylori test: These examinations provide additional information about the condition of the GI organs.

      Habits for a healthy GI tract from Leysan Rafkatovna:

      The health of your digestive system is the result of your daily habits.

      Dr. Kholmatshekhova recommends:

      1. Eat wisely: “We are what we eat!” Prefer fresh vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. Add more fiber to your diet. Reduce fatty, fried, spicy foods and excessive processed products.

      2. Drink enough water: Clean water is key to good digestion and metabolism.

      3. Give up bad habits: Smoking and alcohol cause tremendous harm to the GI mucosa.

      4. Be active: Regular physical activity helps improve bowel motility and overall well-being.

      5. Manage stress: Stress is one of the main enemies of the GI tract. Learn to relax and get enough sleep.

      “Don’t wait for symptoms!” urges Leysan Rafkatovna. “Regular examinations after 40 are your best protection against GI cancer and other serious problems.”

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