Digestive Disorders Medical Reference
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding (Bleeding in the Digestive Tract)
Bloody stools can be caused by anything from an ulcer to inflammation of the colon to hemorrhoids. Learn more from WebMD about the diagnosis and treatment of bleeding in the digestive tract.
- Laparoscopic Surgery for Digestive Problems
WebMD explains when and how laparoscopic surgery is performed for digestive disorders, and what to expect before, during, and after the procedure.
- The Basics of Colonoscopy
WebMD explains colonoscopy, a procedure used to screen for colon cancer and in some cases, to treat other intestinal conditions.
- Digestive Diseases and ERCP Testing
WebMD looks at how ERCP (endoscopic retrograde of cholangiopancreatography) can be used to diagnose and treat problems of the digestive system.
- Inherited Liver Diseases
WebMD explains the symptoms and treatment of hemochromatosis and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, both inherited conditions.
- Fecal Occult Blood Test: Everything You Should Know
Learn more from WebMD about the fecal occult blood test -- and others -- which is used to detect blood in the stool.
- Diarrhea
Learn more from WebMD about the causes, complications, and treatment of diarrhea.
- What Is Gastritis?
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of gastritis, a common condition in which the lining of the stomach becomes inflamed and irritated.
- Imaging Tests for Digestive Diseases
WebMD explains some of the imaging tests used to diagnose digestive problems.
- Understanding Ulcer Symptoms
Learn about ulcer symptoms from the experts at WebMD.
- Ulcer Treatment and Prevention
WebMD's guide to the diagnosis and treatment of ulcers.
- Understanding Ulcers
Get basic information about ulcers -- including causes, types, and treatment -- from the experts at WebMD.
- Understanding Nausea and Vomiting -- Treatment
The experts at WebMD offer tips for treating nausea and vomiting.
- Understanding Gallstones -- the Basics
WebMD explains the basics of gallstones, a digestive disorder.
- Understanding Gallstones -- Diagnosis and Treatment
WebMD explains how gallstones are diagnosed and treated.
- Gallstone Symptoms & Warning Signs
Often, gallstones don't have any symptoms. WebMD explains how you'll know if you have them.
- Understanding Gallstones -- Prevention
Is it possible to prevent gallstones? The experts at WebMD have tips for keeping this common condition at bay.
- What Is a Hiatal Hernia?
WebMD explains how to recognize and treat hiatal hernias.
- Understanding Appendicitis -- Symptoms
WebMD's guide to the warning signs of appendicitis.
- Hemorrhoid Symptoms and Getting a Diagnosis
Wondering if you might have hemorrhoids, and if you should call your doctor? Learn more about the most common symptoms of hemorrhoids and how to get a diagnosis.
- Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis is the inflammation or infection of small pouches called diverticula that can form along the intestine. Learn more about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of diverticulitis at WebMD.
- Understanding Diverticulitis -- Prevention
Learn how to prevent diverticulitis through diet, exercise, and other tips.
- Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Hemorrhoids can be an uncomfortable or painful condition. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options in this comprehensive guide.
- What Are the Symptoms of Diverticulitis?
The symptoms of diverticulitis can be similar to those of other gastrointestinal disorders. Here's what to look for.
- Understanding Diverticulitis: Causes and Treatment
From causes to treatments, get the facts about diverticulitis and diverticulosis from experts at WebMD.
- Understanding Pancreatitis -- Symptoms
Could you have pancreatitis? WebMD explains the symptoms of both acute and chronic pancreatitis.
- Hemorrhoids Treatment
Have hemorrhoids? Learn about the common treatments and remedies used to get relief from the itching and burning, and heal your hemorrhoids.
- Why Am I Getting Constipated?
WebMD's guide to constipation, including symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
- Understanding Constipation -- Symptoms
Learn more about the symptoms of constipation from WebMD.
- Understanding Constipation -- Prevention
WebMD's tips for preventing constipation.
- Diarrhea Causes
From symptoms to treatment to prevention, get the basics on diarrhea from the experts at WebMD.
- Understanding Diarrhea -- Prevention
WebMD's tips on preventing diarrhea.
- How to Stop Diarrhea
Find out quick ways to cure diarrhea. Explore various treatment options, remedies & understand what causes it.
- Understanding Hernias: the Basics
What exactly is a hernia? Get the basics from the experts at WebMD.
- Hernia Symptoms: What to Look Out For
Pain, bulge, or discomfort in your belly or groin? Learn hernia symptoms and treatment options.
- Understanding Appendicitis -- Treatment
WebMD's guide to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of appendicitis.
- Proctitis
Find out more about proctitis, an inflammation of the anus and the lining of the rectum.
