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What is the definition of Watermelon Stomach?
Watermelon stomach is a condition in which the lining of the stomach bleeds, causing it to look like the characteristic stripes of a watermelon when viewed by endoscopy. Signs and symptoms of Watermelon stomach include blood in the stool, hematemesis (vomiting blood) and anemia. The exact cause of Watermelon stomach is unknown; however, it is often diagnosed in people with other chronic (long-term) conditions such as cirrhosis (scarring of the liver and poor liver function), autoimmune disease, systemic sclerosis, and CREST syndrome.
What are the alternative names for Watermelon Stomach?
  • Watermelon stomach
  • GAVE
  • Gastric antral vascular ectasia
Who are the top Watermelon Stomach Local Doctors?
Udayakumar Navaneethan
Elite in Watermelon Stomach
Elite in Watermelon Stomach

Orlando Health Medical Group Inc

86 W Underwood St, 
Orlando, FL 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Udayakumar Navaneethan is a Gastroenterologist in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Navaneethan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Sclerosing Cholangitis, Cholangitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Elite in Watermelon Stomach
Gastroenterology
Elite in Watermelon Stomach
Gastroenterology

Rutgers Health-Rwj Scleroderma Program

125 Paterson St, 
New Brunswick, NJ 
Languages Spoken:
English

Arvind Trindade is a Gastroenterologist in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Trindade is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Watermelon Stomach, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Watermelon Stomach
Gastroenterology
Elite in Watermelon Stomach
Gastroenterology

University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC

2000 6th Ave S, 
Birmingham, AL 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

Shajan Peter is a Gastroenterologist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Peter is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Watermelon Stomach, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Peter is currently accepting new patients.

What are the latest Watermelon Stomach Clinical Trials?
Evaluating the Impact of Cryotherapy Spray (Tru-Freeze) for the Eradication of Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia (ICE-GAVE)

Summary: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of cryotherapy spray treatment for eradication of gastric antral vascular ectasia by measuring the change in hemoglobin levels and transfusion requirements in the first 6 months of cryotherapy treatment compared to the previous 6 months

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Prevalence of Gastric Motor Dysfunction and Upper GI Symptoms in Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasias

Summary: The researchers are trying to find out more about Gastric Antral Vascular Ectasia (GAVE). This is a condition that affects the blood vessels in the stomach, leading to their enlargement and possible bleeding. It can also cause symptoms such as abdominal pain and nausea. By participating in this study, you will help us learn how often these symptoms occur and how they relate to stomach functioning.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center