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GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)
GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)
Learn about GERD causes, symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatment options. Discover how acid reflux is diagnosed, managed and prevented with lifestyle changes and medical care.
Ulcer

WHAT IS IT? Ulcers are open sores that develop on the inner lining of an organ. The most common ulcers...

Gallstones

WHAT IS IT?Gallstones are hardened deposits of digestive fluid (bile) that can form in your gallbladder. The stones may be...

Diverticulitis

WHAT IS IT? It’s not uncommon for small, bulging pouches (diverticula) to form in the lining of your digestive tract....

Diarrhea
Diarrhea

Viruses. Viruses that can cause diarrhea include Norwalk virus, cytomegalovirus, and viral hepatitis. Rotavirus is a common cause of acute childhood...

Constipation - Remedies, Treatment, & Causes
Constipation - Remedies, Treatment, & Causes

The lack of normal bowel movements with optimal waste removal can be referred to as constipation. You can experience constipation...

Celiac Disease

WHAT IS IT?Celiac disease is an immune reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye.Among people...