Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — causes, triggers, symptoms, diagnosis,...
Blame the busy lifestyle or the tempting food outlets, junk food has become an unavoidable part of our lives. You’re probably so used to eating unhealthy food that you have happily accepted the...
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So, you go out with your friends and have yummy panipuri from the nearby roadside stall. It’s quite possible that the following day your bowel movements force you to visit the loo too often and the...
View ArticleWhat could your stomach upset mean?
A stomach upset is a very common symptom but identifying its exact cause becomes difficult as most gastrointestinal problems cause stomach upsets. However, other symptoms present along with the stomach...
View ArticlePeptic ulcer — causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention
Just like the internal lining of the mouth can break open to form a painful sore, the stomach lining can also get affected and develop an ulcer called gastric ulcer or peptic ulcer. But ulcers in the...
View Article6 health complications of constipation
Constipation in rare cases is found to cause long-term health problems or complications. This is because treatments for constipation are usually effective, if started quickly after the diagnosis....
View ArticleAre over the counter medicines for constipation safe to use?
Hi I am 28 years old. I am suffering from irregular bowel movement and constipation for the past few weeks. I know about a few OTC (over the counter) laxatives like Lactitol that relieve constipation....
View Article6 symptoms of gastroenteritis or stomach flu
Gastroenteritis or in common terms ‘stomach flu’ is a highly contagious disease. It is the inflammation of the lining of stomach and intestine caused due to bacteria, viruses and protozoa. These...
View ArticleGastritis — causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention
Are you suffering from recurring stomach upset, indigestion, bloating or vomiting? There’s a good reason you shouldn’t ignore it. You could be suffering from gastritis. Although symptoms like stomach...
View ArticleHow to prevent gastroenteritis or stomach flu?
With the monsoons completely set in, local health clinics are already lined up with people complaining of bouts of diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramps and aches. If you’re one of those who have somehow...
View ArticleAppendicitis — early diagnosis and treatment is the key to fighting its...
Stomach pain or abdominal pain is one of the most common symptoms one experiences. Often ignored as an inane pain and one that will go away with time, there is a lot more that stomach pain can...
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