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Helicobacter pylori infection

What you need to know about Helicobacter pylori infection and treatment

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Helicobacter pylori, or more commonly known as H. pylori, is a bacteria found in the human digestive tract that infects more than half of the world’s adult population.  While generally harmless, the bacteria can affect the stomach lining, which is the layer that protects the stomach from acid involved in the digestion of food. This [...]
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causes of abdominal pain

Treatment for common causes of abdominal pain

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Out of the many causes of abdominal pain—pain that occurs between the chest and pelvic regions of the body—abnormalities in the digestive tract tend to be some of the most common causes. Commonly referred to as a stomach ache, abdominal pain may feel like a cramp and the pain can be dull, intermittent or sharp. […]

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Causes of haemorrhoids

The signs, symptoms and causes of haemorrhoids

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Haemorrhoids, also known as piles, are swollen veins in your anus and lower rectum that are similar to varicose veins. While experts haven’t reached a consensus on the more scientific causes of haemorrhoids, risk factors range from straining during bowel movements to regular heavy lifting. Haemorrhoids tend to be quite common but the symptoms aren’t [...]
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Blood in stool

Blood in stool: A concerning sign of gastroenterological health

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  If you notice blood in stool, spotting on toilet paper or drops of blood in the toilet bowl, it’s recommended that you meet a gastroenterologist and understand why this may be happening. Blood in stool can be a telltale sign of a range of gastrointestinal diseases, although many people may dismiss this as something [...]
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Bloated stomach

Bloated stomach: Causes and treatment options

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  Bloated stomach, a phenomenon more commonly known as bloating, occurs when your gastrointestinal (GI) tract is filled with air or gas. While this is a very common phenomenon, a bloated stomach may cause you pain and discomfort and interfere with your ability to go about your daily activities with ease. A bloated stomach is [...]
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