Digestive Disorders Videos
- What Is Gastritis?
Gastritis happens when your stomach lining gets inflamed or irritated.
- Hiatal Hernia
A hiatal hernia happens when the stomach bulges through a hole in your diaphragm. Most people have no symptoms, but it could cause heartburn.
- Blood in Urine
If you have blood in your urine, you should see a doctor to find out what’s causing it.
- What Is Pancreatitis?
Your pancreas helps you digest food and control how you use it for energy. Pancreatitis is an inflammation of this organ.
- A Close Look at Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary biliary cholangitis is a chronic disease that affects your bile ducts and eventually your liver. How can it lead to liver failure?
- The Truth About Probiotics
A healthy gut relies on “good” bacteria. Do probiotics in food have health perks?
- Constipation Causes and Remedies
How many times a week should you poop? Move through a few facts about constipation.
- How to Treat Fecal Incontinence
Leading GI specialist and psychiatrist Dr. Douglas, A. Drossman, discusses biofeedback treatment for fecal incontinence.
- Does Stress Cause Digestive Problems?
Leading GI specialist and psychiatrist, Dr. Douglas A. Drossman, explains how stress can complicate digestive problems.
- 5 Facts About Your Intestines
How long would your intestines stretch if you unfolded them? Digest a few facts you might not know about this hardworking organ.
- 5 Foods to Avoid for Less Constipation
Make your trips to the bathroom smoother and dodge these low-fiber, high-fat foods that lead to constipation.
- Yoga Moves That Help Digestion
Have you upset your digestion? These stretches will help keep you regular.
- The Truth About Bacteria
Trillions of these tiny organisms call your body home. Should you be alarmed? Here's the truth!
- The Basics: Your Appendix
You can live without your appendix, right? So what exactly does this mystery organ do?
- The Basics: Nausea and Vomiting
Several things can bring on the queasy feeling of nausea that strikes before you throw up. Do you know why it happens and when to call the doctor?
- The Basics: Stomach Flu
Stomach flu is the nickname for an illness called viral gastroenteritis, a gut bug that's different from influenza.
- 3 Amazing Facts About Your Stomach
Listen to your gut. Your stomach does some pretty cool things besides growl.
- Do Bacteria in Your Gut Crave Unhealthy Foods?
Next time you just have to have a sweet or savory snack, why not blame the bacteria in your stomach? Could they be controlling your mind?
- The Basics: Diarrhea
Tired of running to the bathroom? Here’s how to ease that troublesome diarrhea.
- The Basics: Stomach Ulcers
You probably know the symptoms of stomach ulcers, but the causes might surprise you.
- The Basics: Hemorrhoids
Most people will get hemorrhoids at least once. How can you soothe the swelling and keep them from coming back?
- Foods That Trigger Diarrhea
Got the runs? It might be what you ate. Here are 3 foods that can cause tummy trouble.
- Embarrassing Questions: Why Do I Keep Having Diarrhea?
Are you and your toilet spending more time together than usual? Find out what might be causing your diarrhea and when to call your doctor.
- Foods That Are Easy on Your Stomach
Some foods can really tear your stomach up. What you eat and how you eat can help move things along.
- What Are Probiotics?
People are crazy about yogurt, kefir, and other foods packed with probiotics. But what’s all the fuss about?
- Body Noises
Loud body noises don’t just come from teenage boys. Though they can cause some embarrassment, they’re actually quite normal.
- Perfect Your Poop Pose
Our modern-day toilet might be a poor design. Is it better to squat instead of sit while going No. 2? Pop a squat and get the rundown before you run to the restroom.
- What are the "worst habits" for your digestive health?
WebMD Expert Answers. Dr. William Balistreri reports from Digestive Disease Week 2013.
- Eating Right
Cooking tips that don’t skimp on flavor.
- Constipation and Hydration
Are you drinking enough water to stay regular?
- Constipation and Diet
Constipated? Check your diet to see if you're getting all the right nutrients like fiber.
- Constipation: Should I Be Concerned?
Should you be worried about your irregularity? Learn more about constipation and your body's response to various triggers.
- Cooking for Lactose Intolerance
Lactose intolerance is a common disorder that usually affects adults. It’s important to know which foods to avoid and what to include when cooking for lactose intolerance.
- Treating Fecal Incontinence
Leading GI specialist and psychiatrist Dr. Douglas, A. Drossman, discusses biofeedback treatment for fecal incontinence.
- GI Disorder and Therapy Choices
Leading GI specialist and psychiatrist, Dr. Douglas A. Drossman, offers insight on alternative therapies for digestive problems.
- Common Constipation Treatments
Leading GI specialist and psychiatrist, Dr. Douglas A. Drossman, gives frank advice on what to do about constipation.
- Travelers Diarrhea
Leading GI specialist and psychiatrist, Dr. Douglas A. Drossman, gives tips on avoiding diarrhea when you travel.
- What is Fecal Incontinence?
Leading GI specialist and psychiatrist, Dr. Douglas A. Drossman, explains the symptoms and causes of fecal incontinence.
- Truth about Passing Gas
Leading GI specialist and psychiatrist, Dr. Douglas A. Drossman, gives advice that's not full of hot air.
- Diarrhea Causes and Treatments
Learning what the most common triggers are for acute diarrhea is the first step in avoiding this sometimes embarrassing problem.
- Stress and Digestive Problems
Leading GI specialist and psychiatrist, Dr. Douglas A. Drossman, explains how stress can complicate digestive problems.