Gastroenterology Patient Resources

We believe informed patients make better decisions about their health. Below you'll find plain-English guides to common GI symptoms and conditions, written and reviewed by Dr Mehul Lamba.

If you have concerns about your symptoms, contact us or ask your GP for a referral.

Digestive Symptoms

Belching

Bloating

Change in Bowel Habit

Difficulty swallowing (Dysphagia)

Excessive Wind (Flatulence)

Rectal Bleeding

Liver Conditions

Cirrhosis

Fatty Liver (MASLD)

Liver Tests

Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis

Oesophageal & Stomach Conditions

Barrett`s Oesophagus

Coeliac Disease

Eosinophilic Oesophagitis

GORD (Reflux)

H. Pylori infection

Hiatal Hernia

Iron deficiency Anaemia

Peptic Ulcer Disease

Bowel Conditions

Colon Polyps

Crohn's Disease

Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Low FODMAP Diet

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)

Ulcerative Colitis

Trusted Gastroenterology Resources

Coeliac New Zealand: Essential resources for those newly diagnosed with Coeliac Disease, including gluten-free shopping guides and "Dining Out" tips.

Crohn`s and Colitis New Zealand: The primary support charity in NZ. Access local support groups and other educational resources.

National Bowel Screening Programme

Healthify: A trusted library of health information specifically reviewed for the New Zealand context.

Hepatitis Foundation: National support for those living with chronic Hepatitis B or C, including monitoring services and treatment advice.

Monash Fodmap resource: The world-leading authority on the Low FODMAP diet.

When to See a Gastroenterologist

If you are experiencing ongoing digestive symptoms such as abdominal pain, reflux, bloating, or changes in bowel habits, a specialist assessment may be recommended. Early evaluation can help identify the cause and guide appropriate treatment.

Self Referral

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