Symptoms and conditions
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Capsule endoscopy is often recommended when you’re experiencing ongoing digestive symptoms and need a clearer, more detailed look inside your bowel.
Common symptoms it's used for:
Capsule endoscopy can be used to investigate the following symptoms:
Abdominal pain or cramping
Persistent pain is often a sign that something in the digestive tract needs closer examination.
Blood in your stool
Seeing blood, or being told you have unexplained bleeding internally, is a key reason to investigate further.
Bloating, gas, or frequent diarrhoea
Changes in digestion or bowel habits can signal inflammation, infection, or digestive disorders.
Unexplained weight loss
Losing weight without trying can sometimes be linked to how your intestines absorb nutrients.
Fatigue or low energy
Ongoing tiredness can result from internal bleeding, inflammation, or reduced nutrient absorption.
If these symptoms have been worrying you, capsule endoscopy offers a safe and detailed way to find out what’s behind them.
Conditions capsule endoscopy can detect:
Because the capsule takes thousands of high-quality images of your small and large bowel, it can help diagnose a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including:
Coeliac disease
To assess damage to the small bowel caused by gluten sensitivity.
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, detecting inflammation, ulcers, and areas that other tests might miss.
Unexplained internal bleeding
Especially when previous endoscopies or colonoscopies haven’t found the source.
Polyps
Small growths in the colon or small intestine that may need monitoring or removal.
Tumours
Both benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous), allowing early detection and faster treatment planning.
Other small bowel or colon abnormalities
Such as strictures, erosions, or inflammatory changes that can explain your symptoms.
Why choose capsule over traditional colonoscopy:
People choose capsule capsule endoscopy for a number of reasons:
Symptoms remain unexplained after other tests
You might feel uncomfortable having a traditional colonoscopy in a hospital setting
You may struggle to attend several hospital appointments
A less invasive, more patient-friendly approach is preferred
- A long waiting list for traditional colonoscopy