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Most patients will require an initial consultation in order for the doctors to understand and gather information about the patient's medical history and condition. This will enable us to discuss various treatment options and management plan that will help improve their conditions. During the consultation, it is advisable to bring any relevant information including blood tests, imaging results or letters from general practitioner/specialists.  

Gastroscopy is a medical procedure that involves inserting a flexible tube with a camera and light at the end into the mouth and down through the oesophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine.

The gastroscope allows the doctor to examine the lining of these organs and take biopsies or samples of tissue for further analysis. It can also be used to diagnose and treat various conditions, such as ulcers, inflammation and bleeding in the upper digestive system.

The procedure is usually performed under sedation or anaesthesia and typically takes around 15 to 30 minutes. Before the procedure, patients are instructed not to eat or drink anything for several hours to ensure that their stomachs are empty. After the procedure, patients are monitored until the effects of the sedation wear off and can usually return to their normal activities within a few hours.

Colonoscopy is a medical procedure that involves examining the inner lining of the large intestine using a flexible tube with a camera and light at the end. The colonoscope is inserted into the rectum and advanced through the colon to the caecum, which is where the small intestine meets the large intestine.  

During a colonoscopy, the doctor can examine the lining of the colon for any abnormalities, such as polyps (small growths that can develop into cancer), ulcers, inflammation, and bleeding. The doctor can also remove any polyps or take biopsies (samples of tissue) for further analysis.

Colonoscopy is typically performed as an outpatient procedure under sedation or anesthesia and usually takes around 30 to 60 minutes. Before the procedure, patients need to follow a special diet and take laxatives to cleanse the colon. 

After the procedure, patients are monitored until the effects of the sedation wear off and may need to refrain from eating or drinking for a period of time. They may experience mild discomfort or bloating due to the air that was used to inflate the colon during the procedure, but this typically resolves within a few hours.

Flexible sigmoidoscopy is a medical procedure that involves examining the inner lining of the sigmoid colon, which is the lower part of the large intestine, using a flexible tube with a camera and light at the end.

During the procedure, the sigmoidoscope is inserted through the anus and advanced through the rectum into the sigmoid colon. The sigmoidoscope allows the doctor to examine the lining of the sigmoid colon for any abnormalities, such as inflammation, polyps, or cancer. The doctor can also take biopsies (samples of tissue) for further analysis or remove any polyps.

Flexible sigmoidoscopy is typically performed as an outpatient procedure and takes around 10 to 20 minutes to complete. Before the procedure, patients may need to have an enema to cleanse the rectum and sigmoid colon. 

After the procedure, patients can resume their normal activities immediately, although they may experience mild discomfort or bloating for a short time. 

Oesophageal manometry is a test that measures the function of the oesophagus, which is the muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. The test involves the use of a thin, flexible tube which is passed through the nose, down the throat, and into the oesophagus. It is often used to diagnose disorders of the oesophagus, such as achalasia, spasms, and reflux disease. It can also be used to determine the cause of symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, chest pain, or regurgitation.

A 24-hour Oesophageal pH study is a test that measures the amount of acid that flows back from the stomach into the oesophagus over a 24-hour period. The test involves the use of a thin, flexible tube called a pH probe, which is passed through the nose, down the throat, and into the oesophagus. The test can help doctors evaluate the effectiveness of treatments for reflux and can also help guide the use of medications to control acid reflux.