Digestive conditions such as GERD and colitis are best managed through targeted dietary triggers avoidance, nutritional therapy, and identifying biochemical markers.
The hiatus is an opening in your diaphragm muscle that allows your food pipe to pass through to your stomach. A hiatal hernia happens when a portion of your stomach pushes up through the hiatus and into your chest, according to Health Services at Columbia University.
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Most cases of diarrhea in toddlers are caused by viral infections. Bacteria, parasites, food allergies and medication side effects are other possible causes.
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Antibiotics are indispensable in fighting infections, but not everyone can take them without side effects. The Bastyr University’s Center for Natural Health estimates that as many as 39 percent of patients who take antibiotics develop diarrhea as a result.
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Many chewing gums are made with sugar alcohols, a type of sweetener that is used in place of sugar. Since sugar alcohols contain fewer calories per gram compared to sugar, these may assist you with weight-loss efforts. Sugar alcohols are also better for dental health since they do not promote cavities.
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People experiencing problems in their upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract may need an endoscopy, or an examination of those organs, including the esophagus, duodenum and stomach.
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Carbonation may cause increased gas in your digestive system that may result in pain, bloating and cramping. If you’re sensitive to gas-forming foods, such as broccoli, onions and beans, you should avoid consuming soda beverages.
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Drinking alcohol will not cause lactose intolerance symptoms unless the alcoholic beverage contains dairy. Some alcoholic beverages, such as pina coladas, white Russians and cream liquors contain dairy, which means they also contain lactose.
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Ulcers are crater-like lesions on the skin or the mucous membrane that may affect any part of the body including mouth, stomach, skin and intestinal tract. Along with a burning pain, ulcers can also lead to nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and blood in vomit of stool.
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Abdominal pain can be caused by a variety of triggers, and often you only need to look to your last meal to figure out what is causing your cramps. According to the website Ask Dr. Sears, consuming fish is a common cause of stomach cramps, particularly in children.
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Large meals and certain foods can make you feel lethargic, gassy and bloated. Bloating is when your stomach looks and feels full and tight. According to nutrition educator Roseanna Lee, this condition typically occurs when you have too much water and gas in your body.
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Hemorrhoids affect over 1 million people in the Western world each year. They are much less common in underdeveloped countries, which is likely due to the high-fat, low-fiber diet that is more popular in Westernized countries.
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Mineral oil is a petroleum-based liquid used as an ingredient in some medications and diaper rash creams. According to a 2001 article published in the journal "Paedriatrics & Child Health," mineral oil is also considered an effective treatment for constipation.
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Nausea , or the feeling of stomach sickness including an urge to vomit, can often be accompanied by other gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea. These two symptoms are a relatively common experience for most people and are usually minor annoyances that go away on their own within one to three days.
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Abdominal cramps are common, as most people will experience them at one time or another. Abdominal cramps are sharp pains in the stomach and lower abdominal area. If the pain is severe enough to prompt a visit to the doctor, most people describe it as a stomach ache--or, for children, a tummy ache.
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If you suffer from gastritis, your stomach lining is inflamed and you make less acid, enzymes and mucus. Acid and enzymes help you break down food and mucus protects your stomach from acid. Gastritis can be acute or chronic and may result in stomach bleeding, erosion and ulcers.
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While probiotics are generally well tolerated, including probiotic-rich foods or adding probiotic supplements might infrequently cause side effects. Although diarrhea is not a typical side effect, probiotics can sometimes cause related symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, bloating or gas.
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Excessive gas can be an embarrassing problem. The condition is a result of air in your digestive tract or when you metabolize certain carbohydrates. It can also occur when bacteria grow in your small intestine, which is associated with inflammatory bowel disease and diabetes.
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Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux or, more commonly, heartburn, is a disorder in which the acid contents of the stomach flow upward into the esophagus and cause burning sensations. The esophagus is the tube connecting the stomach and throat.
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Abdominal pain and soreness can be caused by many conditions. It's often difficult to determine the exact location and cause of abdominal pain. Abdominal pain may originate from organs in the abdominal cavity, or it may be caused by structures outside the abdomen. MayoClinic.
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Watching your baby suffer after a meal is a painful experience for a parent, but you are not powerless to help. There are many factors to consider when your baby starts solids; deciphering the origin of the discomfort is the first step in calming your baby's upset stomach.
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