Patient Resources
Patient Corner
FAQs, digestive health tips, and preventive care guidance from Dr. Parida.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Preventive Care
Digestive Health Tips
Eat a High-Fibre Diet
Include whole grains, fruits, and vegetables daily to maintain gut motility and reduce colon cancer risk.
Stay Hydrated
Drink 8–10 glasses of water daily. Adequate hydration supports digestion and prevents constipation.
Exercise Regularly
30 minutes of moderate exercise daily improves gut motility and reduces the risk of GI disease.
Avoid Tobacco & Alcohol
Both significantly increase risk of liver disease, esophageal cancer, and other GI conditions.
Eat at Regular Times
Irregular eating patterns disrupt your digestive rhythm and can worsen acid reflux and IBS symptoms.
Screen at 45
Begin colorectal cancer screening at age 45 even without symptoms — early detection saves lives.
Act Promptly
Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore
Blood in Stool or Vomiting
Any rectal bleeding or haematemesis requires immediate gastroenterological assessment.
Unexplained Weight Loss
Rapid, unintentional weight loss can signal GI cancer, malabsorption, or serious pathology.
Persistent Abdominal Pain
Chronic pain lasting more than two weeks needs prompt specialist evaluation.
Jaundice
Yellowing of the skin or eyes indicates liver or bile duct pathology requiring immediate investigation.
Chronic Bowel Habit Changes
Persistent diarrhoea or constipation could indicate IBD, IBS, or early-stage colon cancer.
Difficulty Swallowing
Dysphagia can signal esophageal disorders or cancer requiring urgent endoscopic evaluation.