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Dr. Santa Nandi

Gastroenterologist

Dr. Santa Nandi is a gastroenterologist practicing in Hicksville, New York. Dr. Nandi specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Nandi performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
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27 years Experience
Dr. Santa Nandi
Specializes in:
  • Colonoscopy
  • Endoscopy
  • Digestive System
  • Liver disorders
  • Hicksville, NY
  • Albert Einstein college of medicine Lij
  • Accepting new patients

I am facing severe constipation in the last month

Need your age, medications, and significant medical history to answer your question. You may wish to try over-the-counter stool softeners, and fiber supplements, but once you’ve READ MORE
Need your age, medications, and significant medical history to answer your question. You may wish to try over-the-counter stool softeners, and fiber supplements, but once you’ve settled down in your new city, please make an appointment to visit a doctor.

What could be the possible reason for my mother's stomach cramp?

Hi. You have not provided any medical history about your mom, which makes it difficult to answer your question. If her cramps persist, she should visit her doctor or an urgent READ MORE
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You have not provided any medical history about your mom, which makes it difficult to answer your question. If her cramps persist, she should visit her doctor or an urgent care center, or the closet ER.

Why did. My lil sister get Ovarian cancer and she did the genetic testing and it was negative my father died of prostpect cancer and my aunt died o...

There are different types of ovarian cancers.....some test positive for genes we know about so far......then, there are cancers which are gene negative, which means that they READ MORE
There are different types of ovarian cancers.....some test positive for genes we know about so far......then, there are cancers which are gene negative, which means that they can be inherited but modern science has not yet discovered which genetic mutations may be causing them.

Can I be misdiagnosed?

C Difficile is not known to damage the villi in the upper small intestine. The biopsies taken during upper endoscopy can show damage in your villi, which can arise from a few different READ MORE
C Difficile is not known to damage the villi in the upper small intestine. The biopsies taken during upper endoscopy can show damage in your villi, which can arise from a few different reasons. Gluten sensitivity is one of those conditions. If all other conditions have been ruled out, then you may benefit from at least 6 months of gluten free diet before repeating endoscopy and biopsies.

Is my constipation normal?

This pattern of constipation is in fact seen in many women during the reproductive years. Increased abdominal bloating and constipation is frequently noted during the pre-menstrual READ MORE
This pattern of constipation is in fact seen in many women during the reproductive years. Increased abdominal bloating and constipation is frequently noted during the pre-menstrual period, and symptoms are noted to subside with the onset of menses.

Can a colostomy bag ever be removed?

There are several different conditions that may require placement of a colostomy bag. Depending on the specific case, a colostomy bag may be removed and the continuity of the READ MORE
There are several different conditions that may require placement of a colostomy bag. Depending on the specific case, a colostomy bag may be removed and the continuity of the bowel may be surgically restored.

Pain in stomach and back after eating

Hi. I need more information before I can start answering your question on your pain. Pain is not normal and must not be ignored, so please make an appointment with a doctor.

Bleeding after a colonoscopy - is it normal?

Hi. You did not include findings at the time of your colonoscopy. Bleeding after removing a colon polyp must be followed up with the doctor who performed the colonoscopy.

Excessive burping with stomach pain -- what's the reason?

Hi. What's your age? I need to know if you have any other medical issues. How long have you had these symptoms? if your symptoms are recent you can try avoiding acidic foods like READ MORE
Hi. What's your age? I need to know if you have any other medical issues. How long have you had these symptoms? if your symptoms are recent you can try avoiding acidic foods like spicy items, citrus fruits and alcohol. Try having small frequent and regular meals and if your symptoms persist, then please get to see a doctor, primary care or gastroenterologist.

Natural Appetite suppressant

Hi, I do not recommend appetite suppressants. The most useful weight loss strategies include avoiding carbohydrates and high fat items in diet. Salads without dressings, can READ MORE
Hi,

I do not recommend appetite suppressants. The most useful weight loss strategies include avoiding carbohydrates and high fat items in diet. Salads without dressings, can be used to get a sense of being full without adding excessive calories, and may be able to satisfy frequent hunger feelings, thus acting as appetite suppressants.

I was just diagnosed with Crohn's, but there is a history of bowel cancer in my family. What should I look out for?

Hi. You should follow up with your gastroenterologist who has diagnosed you. Yes, further testing is needed.

My doctor referred me to a gastroenterologist to check for ulcers. How are ulcers diagnosed?

Hi. Peptic ulcers are diagnosed and confirmed with upper GI endoscopy. It is an outpatient office based procedure, and I perform this procedure regularly in my office. If your READ MORE
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Peptic ulcers are diagnosed and confirmed with upper GI endoscopy. It is an outpatient office based procedure, and I perform this procedure regularly in my office. If your primary doctor suspects that you have an ulcer, then you should make an appointment with a gastroenterologist. Hope this helps.

No peristalsis, floppy colon- what can help?

Hi, A floppy colon is just another term for a redundant colon, which is common in many people. It appears that you may have slow colonic peristalsis, which can sometimes be READ MORE
Hi,

A floppy colon is just another term for a redundant colon, which is common in many people. It appears that you may have slow colonic peristalsis, which can sometimes be a part of aging, or it may indicate other medical problems. You have not included your age or other medical issues in your question.