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Functional disorders are those in which the gastrointestinal (GI) tract looks normal but doesn't work properly. They are the most common problems affecting the GI tract (including the colon and rectum). Constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are two common examples. Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders Many factors may upset the GI tract and its motility (or ability to keep moving), including: Eating a diet low in fiber Not enough exercise Traveling or other changes in routine Eating large amounts of dairy products Stress Resisting the urge to have a bowel movement Resisting the urge to have bowel movements due to pain from hemorrhoids Overusing laxatives (stool softeners) that, over time, weaken the bowel muscles Taking antacid medicines containing calcium or aluminum Taking certain medicines (especially antidepressants, iron pills, and strong pain medicines such as narcotics) Pregnancy Constipation: Constipation means it is hard to have a bowel...

Gastroenterology essentially addresses diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver. The functioning of the entire digestive system, both related to the passage of food through the digestive canal to the physiological processes of food digestion, absorption and elimination come under the purview of this specialty. Best Gastroenterologist in Chennai 1.   Dr Hariharan Muthuswamy Work Experience: Dr Hariharan Muthuswamy   is having 22 years experience in the field of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy. He has done more than 10 years of training and experience in United Kingdom. He had received membership from the Royal college of Physicians , London. He is working in Apollo Hospitals since last Assignment. His qualifications are MBBS; MD (INT.MED); DM(GASTRO); MRCP. 2.   Dr Hema Vijaya Lakshmi Work Experience: Dr Hema Vijaya Lakshmi  is one of the top gastroenterologist w...