When is colonoscopy recommended?
Colonoscopy is recommended for colorectal cancer screening, bleeding, persistent bowel changes, chronic diarrhea, and IBD monitoring.
Read More →Can IBD be controlled long term?
Yes. With adherence, regular follow-up, and individualized therapy, many patients maintain good remission and quality of life.
Read More →What is the difference between EUS and ERCP?
EUS is mainly diagnostic and staging oriented, while ERCP is mainly therapeutic for bile and pancreatic duct interventions.
Read More →Is endoscopy painful?
Upper GI endoscopy is usually brief and well tolerated. Sedation options are used where needed for comfort and safety.
Read More →When should I consult a gastroenterologist?
Persistent acidity, abdominal pain, bowel habit changes, GI bleeding signs, weight loss, and swallowing difficulty should be evaluated by a gastro specialist.
Read More →Does the clinic offer emergency neurological services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 neuro emergency services at SAI Superspeciality Hospitals including acute stroke management with thrombolysis, status epilepticus treatment, and neuro-ICU critical care. For emergencies, call +91 9494595855 or...
Read More →When should I see a neurologist?
Consult a neurologist if you experience: recurring headaches or migraines, seizures or episodes of unconsciousness, memory problems or confusion, tremors or involuntary movements, numbness/tingling/weakness in limbs, difficulty with balance or...
Read More →What qualifications does Dr. Karthik hold?
Dr. Naga Karthik Vanukuri holds MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Neurology) from Sri Ramachandra Institute Chennai, and FEBN (Fellow of the European Board of Neurology) certified in Vienna, 2022. He...
Read More →What are the warning signs of a stroke?
Remember FAST: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call emergency. Other signs include sudden severe headache, vision loss, confusion, or trouble walking. Stroke is a medical emergency —...
Read More →What conditions does Dr. Naga Karthik treat?
Dr. Karthik specializes in Stroke & Thrombolysis, Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders, Headache & Migraine, Movement Disorders (Parkinson’s, Tremor, Dystonia), Dementia & Memory Disorders, Neuromuscular Disorders (Neuropathy, Myasthenia, GBS), and Neuro-ICU...
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