Intestinal Illness
Feature Writer Articles in Intestinal Illness
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Diarrhoea in Adults
Diarrhoea is common in adults due to intestinal infection or medical conditions affecting the gut. This article discusses acute and chronic diarrhoea and its causes.
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Constipation in Adults
Constipation is common, but many sufferers are too embarrassed to seek help. It is important to get a doctor's opinion on any sudden change in bowel habit.
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Contributing Articles in Intestinal Illness
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Blastocystis and IBS
A parasite long thought to be of little significance, blastocystis is emerging as a possible cause of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
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What is Blastocystis?
Blastocystis is often considered a protozoan parasite of little concern, but it may be related to algae and cause intestinal symptoms typical of irritable bowel syndrome.
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Benefits of Rotavirus Vaccination
Rotavirus is the main cause of stomach upset in children. Severe diarrhea might lead to hospitalization and death. Vaccination against rotavirus can prevent most cases.
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Celiac Disease is Often Poorly Diagnosed
Celiac disease is a reaction to gluten and is frequently misdiagnosed. It is an autoimmune disorder that can cause stomach pain, diarrhea, malnutrition and cancer.
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What Is An Ileostomy?
There are different types of ostomies used for the same reason. Knowing how an ostomy works and how to care for it may make it easier to cope with and adjust to.
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Causes of Constipation
Causes of constipation can range from diet and lifestyle, emotional problems, and serious health issues. These symptoms of irregular bowel movements can be painful and fr
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Home Remedies for Constipation
There are many home remedies for constipation, such as working out and increasing fiber in diet. No need to be constipated anymore.
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Increased Intestinal Permeability
Leaky gut syndrome has been blamed for everything from acne to zinc deficiency. However, many conventional physicians dispute the existence of such a disorder.
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Causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable Bowel Syndrome affects the entire digestive system and can cause severe and chronic pain; recognize serious symptoms and know when to see a doctor.
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What Causes Abdominal Pain?
Everyone experiences abdominal pain once in a while. While often frightening- and sometimes serious- abdominal pain is one of the most common and treatable complaints.
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Small Bowel Perforation
Perforation of the small intestines is a rare but serious condition. The causes, signs and symptoms, and treatment options are discussed below.
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Treatment of Mesenteric Ischemia
Mesenteric ischemia is a potentially fatal condition in which the intestines and the surrounding fat do not receive enough blood and oxygen.
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Mesenteric Ischemia
Mesenteric ischemia is a potentially fatal condition in which the intestines and the surrounding fat do not receive enough blood and oxygen.
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Overview of Meckel's Diverticulum
Meckel's diverticulum is the most common congenital disorder of the intestinal tract. Below is an overview of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
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What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
The functional bowel disorder known as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or spastic colon, is a condition that many people have but very few people talk about.
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Small Bowel Obstruction: Diagnosis
Small bowel obstruction is a serious intestinal disorder that requires surgery if it does not resolve. Diagnosis and imaging will be discussed here.
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