Digestive symptoms can be frustrating when tests are slow to arrange. Private gastroenterology in Portsmouth provides quicker access to specialist advice; bloods; ultrasound; endoscopy and imaging so you can get answers sooner.
Symptoms that merit a specialist review
- Persistent reflux or chest burning despite over-the-counter medication
- Ongoing bloating; diarrhoea; constipation or abdominal pain
- Unexplained weight loss; anaemia or rectal bleeding – seek urgent assessment
- Suspected coeliac disease; inflammatory bowel disease; gallbladder issues
Fast-track investigation pathway
- Virtual GP – initial assessment; medication review; referral
- Tests – coeliac serology; calprotectin; liver profile; abdominal ultrasound
- Endoscopy – gastroscopy or colonoscopy at Spire Portsmouth or QA private unit
- Plan – medication; dietitian referral; further imaging if indicated
Insurance considerations
- Outpatient caps – bloods; imaging and consults add up quickly
- Day-case cover – confirm endoscopy tariffs and any co-pays
- Hospital list – regional list is usually sufficient
- Excess – an annual excess keeps costs predictable
Practical tips
- Keep a 2-week food and symptom diary
- Trial caffeine and alcohol reduction if reflux dominates
- Ask whether a non-invasive test can precede endoscopy where appropriate
If you also need faster scans, see Same Day Private MRI Scans in Portsmouth – Insurance Paths & Prices.