Conditions We Treat
Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic provides care for a wide range of digestive and liver conditions. Below is an overview of the conditions we commonly treat, along with areas of focused care.
Offering Fast Track GI appointments
Specialized Gastroenterology Appointments Within 3–5 Business Days
Digestive Conditions
Swallowing disorders
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Abdominal pain
Peptic ulcer disease
Celiac disease
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Abdominal bloating
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
Constipation
Diarrhea
Fecal incontinence
Hemorrhoids
Anal fissures
Pelvic floor disorders/pelvic pain syndromes
Diverticular disorders
Gastrointestinal bleeding
A Helpful Starting Point
Symptoms vs. a Diagnosis
Many patients don’t begin with a diagnosis—they begin with symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, reflux, constipation, diarrhea, or fatigue. Some conditions reflect how the digestive tract is functioning, while others involve inflammation or physical changes that require a different level of monitoring and treatment. A thoughtful evaluation helps clarify which situation is most likely.
Not All Digestive Conditions Are the Same
Some conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), affect how the digestive tract works but do not cause visible damage. Others, such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), involve chronic inflammation and require long-term monitoring to reduce the risk of complications.
Similarly, fatty liver disease may be stable in some patients, while in others it can progress silently over time. Determining individual risk is an important part of care.
This is why two patients with similar symptoms may need very different approaches.
Why Monitoring Matters
Many digestive and liver conditions are not one-time issues. Even when symptoms improve, structured follow-up can help prevent recurrence or detect changes early. For example:
Chronic reflux may require periodic reassessment
IBD often requires ongoing monitoring of inflammation
Fatty liver disease benefits from structured evaluation to assess risk of progression
Care that includes appropriate follow-up can reduce flare-ups and help patients feel more confident about their long-term health
When Specialty Care May Be Helpful
Specialty care is not only for advanced disease. In many cases, it provides clarity, structure, and reassurance earlier in the process. Specialty evaluation may be appropriate when:
Our Approach
At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic, care decisions are guided by evidence, risk assessment, and individual health factors instead of generic plans.
Our goal is not simply to label a condition, but to understand its significance, determine appropriate monitoring, and create a structured path forward.
Why Choose Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic?
Led by Dr. Saranya Addepally, a board-certified gastroenterologist serving the Houston community, Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic is committed to:
Patient-centered digestive care
Timely access to specialty expertise
Evidence-based treatment
Personalized attention in a private-practice setting