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        "id": 2045601,
        "msgid": "doctor-warns-persistent-digestive-problems-should-be-assessed-1792457468",
        "date": "2026-10-20 07:25:06",
        "title": "Doctor warns persistent digestive problems should be assessed",
        "author": "",
        "source": "ANTARA_ID",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Social Policy",
        "summary": "A digestive surgeon says recurring abdominal pain, persistent acid reflux and changes in bowel habits should be evaluated by a doctor to identify their causes and determine appropriate treatment. Options range from non-surgical care to laparoscopic gallbladder removal and complex procedures, with treatment decisions based on medical evaluation and patient safety.",
        "content": "<p>Jakarta (ANTARA) - Recurring abdominal pain, acid reflux that does\nnot improve, and changes in bowel habits should be assessed by a doctor\nto establish their causes and determine appropriate treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Digestive surgery specialist dr Eko Priatno, Sp.B, Subsp.BD(K), of\nBethsaida Hospital Gading Serpong, said in a statement in Jakarta on\nTuesday that treatment for digestive disorders should be tailored to a\npatient\u2019s condition and evaluation results, and does not always require\nsurgery.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNot all digestive disorders require surgery. We first look for the\ncause of the symptoms and evaluate the patient\u2019s condition, then\ndetermine the most suitable treatment,\u201d Eko said.<\/p>\n<p>Gallstones that cause symptoms or complications can be treated by\nremoving the gallbladder using laparoscopic surgery. This minimally\ninvasive technique uses small incisions and, for some patients, can\nallow a faster recovery.<\/p>\n<p>For patients with rectal cancer, doctors may consider an\nintersphincteric resection (ISR) to remove the cancer while preserving\nanal function.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn rectal cancer cases, we try to preserve organ function when\nconditions allow. However, patient safety and removing the cancer in\naccordance with medical principles remain the priority,\u201d Eko said.<\/p>\n<p>For complex cases, such as certain tumours in the head of the\npancreas, bile duct or duodenum, a Whipple procedure may be one\ntreatment option. The procedure involves removing the affected part of\nthe organ and reconnecting the digestive tract.<\/p>\n<p>Whether a procedure is suitable is determined by examination results\nand planning with the medical team.<\/p>\n<p>Bethsaida Hospital Gading Serpong director dr Margareth Aryani\nSantoso, MARS, said digestive care depended not only on the availability\nof technology and the ability to handle complex cases, but also on\naccurate diagnosis, safety, comfort and each patient\u2019s needs.<\/p>",
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