Digestive Tract

Sensitive Stomach and Bowels – Meaning and Causes

Most of us refer to parts of the body as sensitive when it is hyperreactive. For example in sensitive skin, even the slightest change in contact with substances, clothing or skin care products will lead to [Read More ...]

Gastric Polyps (Stomach Growths) Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

Many of the stomach’s functions are dependent on this organ being a hollow cavity. It has to allow for the entry of food and fluid. Hydrochloric acid and digestive enzymes are released into the cavity. [Read More ...]

Signs of Appendicitis (Inflamed Appendix)

Appendicitis refers to an inflammation of the appendix, which is a part of the large intestine. The appendix is a small, worm-like outgrowth that is located at the junction between the small intestine and the [Read More ...]

Empty Stomach – Causes of Empty Stomach Feeling

The term “empty stomach” is commonly used to describe the sensation of hunger. This sensation (also known as “hunger pangs”) occurs when the blood glucose level dips and the stomach [Read More ...]

Gastroparesis (Weak/Paralysed Stomach Muscles)

What is gastroparesis? Gastroparesis refers to an abnormal condition in which the rate of emptying of stomach contents slows down significantly. This is largely due to a problem with the stomach muscles or the [Read More ...]

Dangers of IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) and Complications

Inflammatory bowel disease (abbreviated as IBD) refers to a group of debilitating conditions that are characterized by an inflammation of the bowels, especially the colon or large intestine. The inflammation [Read More ...]

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