Category Archives: Colon And Digestive

Cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a sac-like organ located just below the liver, on the upper right side of the abdomen. The gallbladder temporarily stores the bile produced by the liver. Bile is a fat-digesting liquid, which is released during digestion into the small intestine in order to break down fats. ...click here to read more

Scleroderma is a gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) risk due to excess collagen in the esophagus. Scleroderma (systemic sclerosis) is a condition involving a group of diseases that result in the hardening of the skin and connective tissues. Typically scleroderma affects just the skin, but in some individuals it can also affect structures of the body ...click here to read more

Listeria food poisoning – known as listeriosis – is a high risk for pregnant women, the elderly and newborns. Listeria is a bacterium that can grow either with oxygen or without. Only one form of listeria can cause infection in humans, known as L. monocytogenes. Listeria bacteria can grow at temperatures of 86 to 98.6 ...click here to read more

Colon polyps have been found to increase the risk of colon cancer. A colon polyp is a small clump of cells that form in the lining of the colon. The majority of the time colon polyps are harmless, but sometimes they can signal a more serious condition, such as colon cancer. Colon polyps can develop ...click here to read more

Leaky gut syndrome is a risk factor for celiac disease and other autoimmune diseases. Leaky gut syndrome is not a fully-recognized condition across medical boards, but there is a theory that ingesting too many antibiotics or painkillers damages the mucosal barrier that lines the intestines. The purpose of the barrier is to allow nutrients in ...click here to read more

From ancient times people have understood the importance of a good digestive system and healthy digestion. As the philosopher Jean Jacques Rousseau rightly said, “A good bank account, a good cook, and a good digestion.” How right he is. One can have all the riches in the world, and all the good things that money ...click here to read more

GERD complication and Barrett’s esophagus with dysplasia speed up esophageal cancer risk, according to new findings. Researchers found esophageal cancer risk to be eight times higher in those with Barrett’s esophagus with dysplasia. Dr. Rajesh Krishnamoorthi from the Mayo Clinic reported at the American College of Gastroenterology 2015 Annual Meeting, “Barrett’s esophagus subjects with low-grade ...click here to read more

If you’ve ever experienced heartburn, it probably came after a spicy or fried meal. That feeling of burning in your chest, which seems to get worse when you lie down, can be quite uncomfortable. To relieve the burning sensation you probably drink some milk or reach for an antacid, promising yourself you’ll stay away from ...click here to read more

You wake up, get yourself some breakfast and pour yourself a hot cup of coffee. Your morning ritual has been getting you through day after day, giving you the bolt of energy you need. But you may have noticed a part of your routine that seems to follow your morning coffee – a strong desire ...click here to read more

If you haven’t heard of gastritis, it is when inflammation occurs within the lining of the stomach. Common gastritis symptoms may include upper abdominal pain, nausea and indigestion. When acute or mild, gastritis is treatable and will go away. But if left untreated, it can develop into ulcers or even stomach cancer. If we were to ...click here to read more

Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD,) which affects the intestines by causing inflammation. This inflammation can trigger abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss and malnutrition. Inflammation can occur anywhere in the digestive tract and affects individuals differently. Crohn’s disease is also an autoimmune disease, which means the body’s own immune system believes the digestive ...click here to read more

Fatty liver disease risk is higher in postmenopausal women due to increased testosterone levels. During menopause women experience many different changes – many of which pertain to hormones. Although testosterone is typically known as a male hormone, women do have moderate levels of it, but when it increases, especially during menopause, it can have serious ...click here to read more

The E. coli infection is linked to the cause of hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), urinary tract infections (UTI), kidney failure, enteritis and diarrhea. E. coli, or Escherichia coli, is a bacteria that can live in the intestines of humans and animals. When ingested, E. coli is generally fairly harmless, only resulting in bouts of diarrhea. ...click here to read more

In people who inject drugs (PWID), late chronic HCV (hepatitis C virus) disease therapy can cause severe liver damage. Worldwide there is an estimated 12.7 million people who inject drugs. Hepatitis C virus is a blood-borne viral infection estimated to affect 160 million people worldwide. HCV can contribute to cirrhosis of the liver, and if left untreated chronic ...click here to read more