Category: Digestive Health

mid adult woman clutches stomach

December 14, 2021

Could It Be Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

IBS can be difficult to deal with, but symptoms often improve with treatment.

Digestive Health

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Woman with hands on stomach suffering from pain

December 7, 2021

5 Things That Cause Constipation—and 5 Ways to Feel Better

When your bowels get sluggish, there are things you can do to get your system moving again.

Digestive Health, Nutrition

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older woman makes a healthy smoothie in her kitchen

November 15, 2021

What to Eat and What to Avoid if You Have Diverticulitis

When small pouches in the colon become inflamed, it can be very painful.

Digestive Health, Nutrition

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Little toddler, potty training on tiny toilet

November 8, 2021

What to Do if Your Child Is Constipated

Home remedies and your pediatrician can help solve this common problem.

Children's Health, Digestive Health

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mid-shot of woman clutching her stomach in pain

July 2, 2021

Is Your Persistent Stomach Pain an Ulcer?

Peptic ulcers can lead to severe complications if not treated.

Digestive Health

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April 5, 2021

What to Know if You Need an ERCP Procedure

An ERCP procedure is a nonsurgical approach to treating specific upper GI problems.

Digestive Health

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illustration of baby playing with roll of toilet paper

April 30, 2020

What Parents of Babies and Toddlers Should Know About Diarrhea

Find out what causes this digestive problem and what to do about it.

Digestive Health, Food Allergies, Toddlers and Preschoolers

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graphic of baby being spoon-fed

April 10, 2020

How a Baby’s Digestive System Works, for Parents

Understand what’s happening as your baby learns to eat and digest food.

Babies, Digestive Health

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Image of a pharmacy shelf

October 11, 2019

Zantac Pulled Off Shelves: What You Need to Know 

Here’s what to do now that Zantac was removed from local pharmacies.

Gastroenterology, Health, Medication, News

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An artistic (non-medical) illustration of an islet cell.

July 22, 2019

Surgical Treatment Options for Chronic Pancreatitis

This painful condition can lead to malnutrition and diabetes.

Diabetes, Digestive Health, Transplants

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teenager lying on bed, clutching stomach

May 13, 2019

IBD in Children and Teens

Living with inflammatory bowel diseases can be especially difficult for younger patients.

Children's Health, Digestive Health, Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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cartoon of liver in a washing machine

March 25, 2019

Do You Need Liver Cleanse Supplements?

A gastroenterologist explains the science behind so-called detox products.

Liver Health

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