Digestive conditions such as GERD and colitis are best managed through targeted dietary triggers avoidance, nutritional therapy, and identifying biochemical markers.
Eyelid bumps can develop suddenly or gradually, appearing as a knot beneath the skin or a surface growth. Bumps generally occur on the upper or lower eyelid for similar reasons. Common causes include a sty or blocked oil gland. Noncancerous and cancerous growths are also possible culprits.
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Bloating is a minor gastrointestinal condition in which the abdominal area feels uncomfortably full and tight, which may even manifest visibly.
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Yogurt is one of the simplest, tastiest digestive aids you can add to your diet, but not all yogurts are created equal. With so many yogurt brands and products on the market, the choices go far beyond blueberry or strawberry.
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Gastritis is an acute or chronic condition where the stomach lining becomes inflamed causing stomach upset and pain. Acute conditions happen suddenly and worsen quickly while chronic conditions develop slowly or get worse over time. Acute gastritis may become a chronic condition if not treated properly.
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Blueberries are a popular berry used in desserts, cereals and as a healthy snack, but for some people eating blueberries can cause severe abdominal pain. Severe abdominal pain is an alarming symptoms that will need to be evaluated by your family doctor or gastroenterologist.
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Ginger has a long history of use in folk and alternative medicine. While you may associate ginger with its stomach-settling properties, practitioners also use it to treat high blood pressure and to improve blood circulation, among other uses.
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Gas and stomach bloating can cause abdominal pain and discomfort. Your gallbladder can cause some bloating and discomfort if you begin to experience health issues with it, but it does not create gas. You can develop gas for a variety of other reasons.
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A bowel blockage or obstruction refers to a partial or complete blockage of your intestine that prevents solids, fluids and gas from moving through as they normally would. A bowel blockage can happen in either the small or large intestine.
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Pesticides, which are any substance intended to prevent or destroy pests, are used to protect food from bacteria, weeds, mold, insects and rodents.
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Infant bowel habits and characteristics change quite abruptly during the first few months of life. By about four-months of age a baby may have diapers frequently consisting of soft, liquid or solid stools. A breastfed baby will pass watery or seedy stools that have minimal shape. These are not signs of diarrhea.
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Lettuce can cause some digestive and bowel complications. Lettuce contains fiber, which is good for avoiding constipation, but it also can cause diarrhea and irritate certain conditions of the digestive tract. Before you decide to omit lettuce from your diet, consult with your physician.
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Stomach ulcers are caused by a certain type of bacteria called Helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori, according to FamilyDoctor.org. H. pylori causes an infection, which leads to the development of ulcers. Acid mixed with other stomach juices contribute to the burning sensation that is often associated with stomach ulcers.
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Stomach swelling and pain can be very uncomfortable. The swelling makes your clothes tighter and can even cause difficulty breathing. Pain can accompany the swelling and add to the anxiety. Stomach swelling and pain can occur when we least expect it.
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Preparation H, an over-the-counter remedy for hemorrhoids, comes in a variety of formulations including those that contain hydrocortisone, creams, suppositories and wipes. The product works by shrinking the hemorrhoid as well as reducing irritation and discomfort, according to FamilyDoctor.org.
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Viral gastroenteritis is commonly called the stomach flu or stomach virus. Many different viruses can cause viral gastroenteritis, including the rotaviruses, noroviruses, adenoviruses, sapoviruses and astroviruses.
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Protein supplements can help you reach your fitness goals by replacing depleted proteins and assisting in muscle growth and repair. No matter how beneficial they are, though, you don't want to put up with digestion problems every time you drink your shake -- that might be two or three times per day for some people.
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Stomach edema, also referred to ascites, occurs when fluid accumulates in the tissues of the abdominal cavity. The accumulation of fluid occurs when the smallest blood vessels, the capillaries, leak fluid abnormally, and the kidneys begin to retain water in an effort to compensate for the fluid loss.
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A hernia is the protrusion of an organ through the wall of the body cavity that surrounds it. Hernias are common, especially abdominal hernias. An epigastric hernia involves the protrusion of intestines through the abdominal cavity lining called the peritoneum.
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Hemorrhoids are collections of connective tissue, arteries and veins that can develop around your anus or inside your rectum. Hemorrhoidal symptoms range from the benign, such as itching, to the serious, such as bleeding or debilitating pain. Your doctor normally can treat your hemorrhoidal symptoms non-operatively.
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Vomiting is one of the most common reasons children go to the emergency room or doctor. Throwing up can be protective, as it allows the body to get rid of harmful substances like toxins, poisons or germs.
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