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Fecal Incontinence in Children: Evaluation and Management
Why are some children prone to fecal incontinence, and how can clinicians best treat it? This new study explores the pathophysiology of disease, and looks at various therapeutic options including behavior therapy.
Your 'Healthy' Bacteria Are as Individual as You Are
Study finds helpful microbial communities vary person to person
Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use for GI Conditions
Are complementary and alternative therapies for gastrointestinal conditions gaining in popularity among Americans? This new article takes a look at recent data.
Shared Decision Making in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
While therapies have improved and changed for IBD over time, choosing a treatment plan has become more complicated for the patient. How do clinicians and patients work together to decide on the best possible treatment option?
What Causes a Peptic Ulcer?
According to the National Institutes of Health, one in 10 Americans will develop an ulcer in her lifetime. A peptic ulcer occurs when the lining of the stomach or small intestine and tissues beneath have been eroded, causing an internal open wound.
The Increasing Pace of Progress in Hepatology
From obesity-related issues in children to the emerging role of the microbiome in multiple disorders, highlights from this year's Digestive Disease Week were as expansive as they were illuminating.
Heartburn in Children and Infants
WebMD explores the common causes and symptoms of heartburn and reflux in infants and children, including tests and treatments.
NAFLD: A Practical Approach to Treatment
Along with dietary and lifestyle modifications, what are some of the other treatment approaches for NAFLD?
Top 10 Highlights From The Liver Meeting
Dr. William Balistreri shares his don't-miss picks from this year's meeting.
What Causes Diarrhea After Bowel Surgery?
InfectionsFollowing bowel surgery, patients are more susceptible to infections. Clostridium difficile is a common problem during hospital stays, particularly for patients who have bowel surgeries. It is extremely contagious and can spread very rapidly. Clostridium difficile is difficult...
Five Steps to Creating a Personalized Diet for Acid Reflux
These five steps will help you create a personalized diet for acid reflux. Discover what your trigger foods are, and what steps to take to control the discomfort. Whatever acid reflux symptoms you suffer from, these steps will help you minimize, or eliminate the distress.
Problems Associated with Heartburn
Heartburn is a burning sensation felt in the chest that often is accompanied by a sour or bitter taste in the mouth. It is caused by food and acid refluxing from the stomach back up through the esophagus. Sometimes this reflux can be caused by eating too fast, overeating or wearing tight-fitted clot
Pancreatitis-What Increases Your Risk
Several factors can increase your risk of developing pancreatitis, including: Gallstones. A small gallstone can move far enough into the bile duct to block the flow of pancreatic enzymes into the small intestine. An excessive amount of alcohol. The amount
How to Cure Above Normal Amounts of Stomach Acid
High production of stomach acid creates a number of health problems. It's very uncomfortable, causing a burning sensation in the stomach and chest. It can lead to dependence on over-the-counter antacid medication, which in turn can weaken the muscle at the top of the stomach and lead to acid reflux
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation
What type of promise does fecal microbiota transplant hold for the future treatment of gastrointestinal and other diseases?
How to Eliminate Foods That Cause Diarrhea
Diarrhea is defined as constant bowel movements that are loose and watery. In addition, diarrhea can be accompanied by cramps, bloating, nausea, and the sudden urge to use the bathroom. Everyone experiences diarrhea at times, and it usually lasts for a few days. However, if symptoms persist, you r
The Basics of Acid Reflux
Are you an acid reflux sufferer? Know how to stop it. All the basics, symptoms and treatment.
Long-Term Use of Proton Pump Inhibitors in Primary Care Patients
Investigators examined primary care patient characteristics associated with long-term use of proton pump inhibitors.
Diverticular Disease
What does the newest research tell us about the pathophysiology of diverticular disease, and how it is best diagnosed and managed? This new article sheds some light.
Gluten-Free Diet May Lift the 'Fog' of Celiac Patients, Study Says
Scores on attention, memory tests improved after one year