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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

What could be the reason for my stomach bloating?

You need to be examined by your doctor and get some tests to have a diagnosis first. Do not ignore your symptoms if they persist.

Will a good diet detox help clean my colon?

A healthy diet high in fruits and vegetables and fiber, with enough water to drink to ensure daily and adequate bowel movements is good detox by itself. Taking detox preparations READ MORE
A healthy diet high in fruits and vegetables and fiber, with enough water to drink to ensure daily and adequate bowel movements is good detox by itself. Taking detox preparations sold in the stores can be dangerous, so try avoiding those please.

How does water therapy help in cleaning out my system?

Water is used to make enemas that can cleanse the lower parts of the colon.

Appendicitis treated with antibiotics; haven't had a normal bowel movement since

Hope you’re better now....and that you’ve had the opportunity to see a Gastroenterologist because appendicitis and inflammatory bowel disease, especially Crohn’s disease, can present READ MORE
Hope you’re better now....and that you’ve had the opportunity to see a Gastroenterologist because appendicitis and inflammatory bowel disease, especially Crohn’s disease, can present acutely and similarly. Acute appendicitis is treated with surgery, so if your surgeon had doubts about the diagnosis then he would not perform an appendectomy. A Gastroenterologist’s advice is necessary.

Anal fissure

Surgical evaluation advised. Chronic fissures heal with surgery. Acute fissures may not need surgical treatment. 5 months of symptoms indicates it’s chronic.

I suffer from liver disease. Can I still eat fast food?

It will depend on what type of liver disease you have. Fast food in general is not good for anyone.

What are the risks of a Colectomy?

Your surgeon will be the best person to discuss this with. Colectomy, especially subtotal resections have significant post op issues and your surgeon must make you aware of all READ MORE
Your surgeon will be the best person to discuss this with. Colectomy, especially subtotal resections have significant post op issues and your surgeon must make you aware of all possible side effects prior to surgical resection.

Loss of appetite and nausea

Gastrointestinal symptoms lasting a year after an appendectomy usually indicate another coexisting condition. I urge you to schedule an evaluation by a different specialist, mainly READ MORE
Gastrointestinal symptoms lasting a year after an appendectomy usually indicate another coexisting condition. I urge you to schedule an evaluation by a different specialist, mainly a gastroenterologist.

At what age can I introduce outside food for my child?

At 3 years of age, a child may be introduced to food cooked outside as long as you take her to an authentic place with high ratings, and those which follow strict hygienic standards. READ MORE
At 3 years of age, a child may be introduced to food cooked outside as long as you take her to an authentic place with high ratings, and those which follow strict hygienic standards.

Does oily food settle in the stomach?

It means that greasy or fatty foods take longer times to be digested and to be emptied from the stomach into the small bowel beyond.

I am into heavy drinking. Is it too late to save my liver?

Stop drinking alcohol! Make it a priority to visit a Gastroenterologist/ hepatologist. Do not procrastinate, that’s not going to help.

Why do I have pain when passing stools?

If you have no anal pathology like fissures, fistula, abscess, or Crohn’s disease, then consider anorectal dyssynergia. Biofeedback may help in those cases.

What is the treatment for acid reflux?

For a start, you should avoid all acidic foods. You can check on the internet and find a list of foods that are acidic and those that are not. Eat small amounts, frequently. Do READ MORE
For a start, you should avoid all acidic foods. You can check on the internet and find a list of foods that are acidic and those that are not. Eat small amounts, frequently. Do NOT eat large amounts of food at a time. Weight loss helps. Do not eat for 3 hours before bedtime. Avoid alcohol. Then, if you don’t improve, see a gastroenterologist.

Fissures

This appears to be a complication of your fissurectomy. Have you seen your surgeon? Maybe you could get a second opinion. It doesn’t hurt to get to see another specialist at this READ MORE
This appears to be a complication of your fissurectomy. Have you seen your surgeon? Maybe you could get a second opinion. It doesn’t hurt to get to see another specialist at this time since your symptoms are persisting and you also said the MRI was unrevealing.

What diet is recommend for a person suffering from impacted stool?

He needs enemas to dis-impact first. Elderly people are prone to impaction.

I constantly feel gassy and there's mucus in my stool. What could be happening?

Your primary physician should be able to review all these test reports and refer you to the correct specialist. It seems you have a few conditions at the same time.

Is there a cure for IBS?

Do not take any more meds without consulting your Gastroenterologist. You need a correct diagnosis in order to have the right treatment.

Gastric bypass in 2012 then had gall bladder removed 2016 now I'm losing so much weight! I look sick

Gastric bypass can have devastating side effects and complications. You need proper diagnosis and management, especially if you don’t feel right. Don’t hesitate to get a second READ MORE
Gastric bypass can have devastating side effects and complications. You need proper diagnosis and management, especially if you don’t feel right. Don’t hesitate to get a second opinion.

What changes should patient's make once diagnosed with irritable bowel disease?

Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS and inflammatory bowel disease or IBD are two entirely different conditions. Your dad should see his Gastroenterologist who will be able to explain READ MORE
Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS and inflammatory bowel disease or IBD are two entirely different conditions. Your dad should see his Gastroenterologist who will be able to explain this in more detail. Please have your dad follow up with his Gastroenterologist.

Bleeding 2 days after colposcopy

Hi. Hope you have seen your specialist and taken care of this already. Bleeding after colonoscopy can indicate complications arising from colonoscopy, biopsies or removal of polyps, READ MORE
Hi. Hope you have seen your specialist and taken care of this already. Bleeding after colonoscopy can indicate complications arising from colonoscopy, biopsies or removal of polyps, or the presence of other colonic disease.