Dr Amit Basnotra-Senior Consultant Gastroentrology

21/12/2025

🧠 “The Patient Who Believed Google More Than His Gut” —

Myths & Facts in Gastroenterology

Last week, a middle-aged professional walked into the clinic with a familiar story.
“I have acidity, doctor. It’s just stress.”
He had been self-medicating for 3 years.
No tests. No diagnosis. Just beliefs.

That conversation reminded me how myths in gastroenterology quietly delay care — and sometimes cost lives.

Let’s bust a few, through real-world storytelling 👇

Myth 1: “Acidity is normal if you’re stressed.”

Fact: Occasional acidity is common. Persistent acidity may indicate GERD, H. pylori infection, or even Barrett’s esophagus. Stress is a trigger, not the cause.

Myth 2: “Loose motions mean food poisoning only.”

Fact: Recurrent diarrhea can signal IBD, IBS, malabsorption, or infections — ignoring it delays treatment.

Myth 3: “Fatty liver happens only to alcoholics.”

Fact: NAFLD affects non-drinkers too — linked to obesity, diabetes, and sedentary lifestyle. It’s now one of the fastest-growing liver diseases.

Myth 4: “Blood in stools is just piles.”

Fact: It could be piles — or colorectal cancer. Never self-diagnose bleeding.

Myth 5: “If pain settles with medicines, it’s nothing serious.”

Fact: Symptom relief doesn’t mean disease resolution. Many GI cancers stay silent until late.

That patient?
He needed investigations — not assumptions.

💡 In gastroenterology, myths don’t just misinform — they postpone diagnosis.
And in digestive health, time matters.
Let’s replace fear with facts and Google with guidance.



Dr Amit Basnotra
Senior Consultant Gastroenterology
Talab Tillo Near Jain Nagar Jammu
9891476681
9419813466

20/12/2025

“Is Your Gut Choking on Pollution? 🌫️ Your Stomach Feels It Too!”

Delhi–NCR–like air pollution isn’t just harming lungs — it silently damages your gut health too.
Poor AQI can trigger acidity, bloating, IBS flare-ups, fatty liver progression, and weakened immunity.
Toxins enter through air and food, disturb gut bacteria, and increase inflammation.
Gut Care Tips on High Pollution Days:
✔️ Stay hydrated
✔️ Eat fiber-rich foods & probiotics
✔️ Avoid outside junk & smoking
✔️ Consult early for persistent acidity, pain, or liver issues
Your gut is your second brain — protect it before damage becomes disease



Dr Amit Basnotra
Senior Consultant – Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Therapeutic Endoscopist
Talab Tillo, Near Jain Nagar, Jammu

📞 9891476681
9419813466

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15/10/2025

🔥 “The Meal That Fought Back” – When Your Stomach Throws Tantrums!

Meet Mr X — a food lover who believed hunger pain meant “fast digestion.” Every time his tummy burned, he’d grab a samosa and feel instant relief… until one day the fire turned into a full-blown volcano! 😣

Diagnosis? Stomach Ulcer.

Cause? Stress, skipping meals, popping painkillers like candy — and yes, that morning cup of coffee on an empty stomach ☕.

💡 Tips to Tame the Burn:
1️⃣ Never skip breakfast — your stomach hates being ignored.
2️⃣ Avoid coffee, alcohol, and smoking when hungry.
3️⃣ Manage stress — ulcers love drama.
4️⃣ Early endoscopy can save you from serious trouble.
5️⃣ Don’t self-medicate — let your doctor do the diagnosing!

Mr X learned the hard way: your gut remembers every abuse. Treat it kindly! So that Mr Y Shouldn't face the same heat

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👨‍⚕️ Dr. Amit Basnotra – Gastro Care Clinic, Talab Tillo (Near Jain Nagar), Jammu
Senior Consultant Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Therapeutic Endoscopist

10/10/2025

🇶 Quick Digestion Worry – When Food Runs Too Fast

In this era of Fast Robotic Life With Mirage Affect when we all surrounded by CHAOS of Notificaitions Of what's app,emails Social media forgetting basics even - how to know even we are suffering 💔 is a more of a challenge..Let's Understand it in a simple manner with an example

Meet Rohan — the man everyone envies. “Yaar, he eats everything and never gains weight!” they say. But behind that “dream metabolism” hides a not-so-fun truth — Rohan’s meals seem to vanish faster than a WhatsApp message in disappearing mode!

Every lunch hour, while others yawn at their desks, Rohan’s already rushing to the washroom. By evening, he’s drained, tired, and hungry again. What he called “super digestion” was actually malabsorption — his body wasn’t absorbing nutrients properly.

Turns out, his pancreas wasn’t producing enough digestive enzymes, and thyroid imbalance made it worse. His body was running, but empty on fuel — like a car on low mileage despite a full tank.

💡 Lesson?
Fast digestion isn’t always fitness — sometimes it’s your gut’s SOS.
If your stool floats, looks oily, or you feel fatigued after meals, don’t Google diet hacks — see a Gastro expert.

Remember, digestion should be efficient, not a Formula 1 race! 🏎️

09/10/2025

Delhi Belly -
✈️ Travel Gut Worry – Delhi Belly Strikes Abroad

We love exploring new places, but our gut doesn’t always share the excitement!

Traveler’s Diarrhea, commonly known as Delhi Belly, is the most frequent digestive issue faced by tourists and professionals on the move. The reason?

A sudden change in water, food hygiene, climate, and local microbes. Your gut, used to one ecosystem, suddenly meets unfamiliar bacteria — and protests with loose stools, cramps, and fatigue.

💧 Prevention is simple but powerful:

Always prefer boiled or bottled water.

Avoid salads, street food, and ice cubes from unknown sources.

Eat freshly cooked meals.

Keep ORS, probiotics, and basic antibiotics (if prescribed) handy.

Rest and hydrate — dehydration is your real enemy.

A healthy gut means a happy trip.

Let your adventures be memorable for photos, not for running to the toilet!

06/10/2025

🅿️ Pancreatitis Worry – The Hidden Fire in Your Belly

Ever felt a burning upper-abdominal pain that shoots to your back?

That could be Pancreatitis—inflammation of the pancreas often caused by gallstones, alcohol, or high triglycerides.

So Don't Ignore

Worry begins when pain becomes constant, digestion fails, and nausea or vomiting don’t stop.

💡 Early diagnosis via ultrasound and enzymes can save your pancreas from long-term damage.

👉 Don’t ignore back-stabbing abdominal pain!

06/09/2025

💔 Stress, Lifestyle & Chest Burning – Heart or Stomach? 🔥



In today’s fast-paced life, stress, irregular meals, and late nights especially in those working in MNCs with 360 degree change in Circadian Rhythm- this often triggers chest burning, heaviness, and discomfort.

But here’s the catch—sometimes gastric issues mimic heart problems, and at other times heart issues may feel like acidity.

👉 Don’t ignore it. The overlap can be risky!

👉 Get the right diagnosis—because your heart and gut are closely linked.

👨‍⚕️ Consult Dr. Amit Basnotra, trusted Gastroenterologist at Gastro Care Clinic for expert evaluation and relief.

📍 Gastro Care Clinic, Talab Tillo, Near Jain Nagar, Jammu
📞 Call: +91-9891476681 | 9419813466

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Take stress seriously.

Take symptoms seriously.

A healthy gut & a healthy heart both start with timely care.

05/09/2025