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When unexplained symptoms like persistent stomach pain, difficulty swallowing, or frequent heartburn arise, they can disrupt your daily life and raise concerns. An endoscopy can provide valuable answers.

Illnesses like colorectal cancer, which often develop silently with hidden symptoms, pose a significant challenge.

Proper preparation is key to an effective endoscopy procedure. Following the doctor's instructions ensures clear visibility of the targeted area, enabling accurate diagnosis and results.

Colonoscopy and gastroscopy are two types of endoscopic procedures that utilise a flexible tube with a camera to inspect different parts of the digestive system visually.

By providing a direct view inside the colon, a colonoscopy allows doctors to assess the colon for infection, bleeding, blockages, or other gastrointestinal disorders.

Colorectal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers affecting both men and women in Singapore. It often starts as non-cancerous polyps in the colon or rectum, which can develop into cancerous tumours if left untreated.