00:00When should you consult a gastroenterologist? Gastroenterologists treat
00:05diseases that affect the digestive system. While some symptoms may pass
00:10quickly, a gastroenterologist should be consulted for ongoing bouts of diarrhea,
00:15heartburn, constipation, rectal bleeding and unusual bloating. These symptoms may
00:22indicate a deeper issue within the gastrointestinal system that requires
00:27prescribed medication.
