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Colon cancer, which is the second leading cause of cancer deaths, typically strikes African-American men and women at a younger age. Learn what you need to know about early screening and preventing the disease.
Keywords: colorectal cancer, colon cancer, African American, men, women, weight loss, bleeding, abdominal pain, adenocarcimoma, glandular cancer, family history, ethnic background, polyps, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, high fat diet, physical inactivity, excessive alcohol use, smoking, screening, fecal occult blood test, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, laxative, gasterenterologist, anesthesiologist
Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis -- together known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or IBD -- affect as many as a million Americans. Just what are these conditions? What are their causes? How are they treated? For answers to these questions and more, watch this special Webcast brought to you exclusively by the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America.
Keywords: Inflammatory Bowel Disease, IBD, chronic inflammatory, conditions, gastrointestinal, GI tract, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, IBD diagnosis, IBD symptoms, Chronic diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, bloody stool, anemia, fatigue, decreased appetite, weight loss, fever, nausea, vomiting, blood tests, stool test, imaging tests, colonoscopy, IBD treatment options, Aminosalicylates, 5-ASA, Sulfasalazine, Mesalamine, Balsalazide, Olsalazine, corticosteroids, Prednisone, Budesonide, Immunosuppressive Agents, 6-Mercaptopurine, Azathioprine, Methotrexate, Cyclosporine A, Antibiotics, Metronidazole, Flagyl, Ciprofloxacin, biologic agents, Infliximab, Remicade, Surgery, IBD diet, nutritional deficiencies, Total Parenteral Nutrition, TPN,
Most women will survive ovarian cancer if it is detected at an early stage. But most cases are detected late. Can women rely on their bodies to tell them if they have this cancer?
Keywords: Ovarian cancer, CA 125, pelvic ultrasound, transvaginal ultrasound, ovary, mass, tumor, bloating, reproductive cancer, back pain, urinary symptoms, urinary frequency, abdominal distention, pelvic pain,
Many people suffer from digestive problems that don't go away. Sometimes the problem is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This syndrome is marked by abdominal discomfort, bloating, diarrhea, constipation or alternating diarrhea and constipation. Although doctors don't know exactly what causes IBS, they have learned a great deal about the wide range of symptoms experienced by people with IBS.
Keywords: IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, IBD, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, abdominal discomfort, stomach pain, stomach ache, stomach aches, laxatives, fiber, gastroenteritis, Zelnorm, tegaserod, Lotronex, alosetron, bloating, bacterial gastroenteritis, altered gut motility, enhanced gut sensitivity, brain gut axis, spastic colon, nervous stomach
Pain and bowel irregularities caused by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can make a marked impact on day-to-day living. Abdominal discomfort, bloating, diarrhea, constipation or alternating diarrhea and constipation, can be debilitating. Learn what IBS experts say are the many treatments that can make all the difference in the quality of life of the 40 million people living with this very common intestinal disorder.
Keywords: IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, IBD, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, abdominal discomfort, stomach pain, stomach ache, stomach aches, laxatives, fiber, gastroenteritis, Zelnorm, tegaserod, Lotronex, alosetron, bloating, bacterial gastroenteritis, altered gut motility, enhanced gut sensitivity, brain gut axis
When you are an avid runner, constipation, bloating and abdominal pain can cramp your pace. Listen to one person describe how she fought off embarrassment and finally went to see a doctor.
Keywords: constipation, bloating, cramps, cramping, IBS, irritable bowel syndrome, fiber, Zelnorm, tegaserod, abdominal pain
Some people with vague digestive symptoms needlessly suffer in silence believing there is no treatment. Abdominal discomfort, bloating, and either diarrhea, constipation or a combination of both, can be a sign of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Recent advances in the treatment of IBS make seeing a doctor the first step toward relief. Learn the many medical strategies used to treat this common intestinal disorder.
Keywords: IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, IBD, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, abdominal discomfort, stomach pain, stomach ache, stomach aches, laxatives, fiber, gastroenteritis, Zelnorm, tegaserod, Lotronex, alosetron, bloating, bacterial gastroenteritis, altered gut motility, enhanced gut sensitivity, brain gut axis, spastic colon, nervous stomach
Diagnosing irritable bowel syndrome today is often simpler than it has been in the past. Doctors used to focus on ruling out other diseases and conditions. Now, doctors turn most of their attention to a patient's symptoms. This change in approach can lead to a speedy diagnosis and quick start of therapy.
Keywords: IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, IBD, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, diarrhea, constipation, abominal pain, abdominal discomfort, stomach pain, stomach ache, stomach aches, laxatives, fiber, gastroenteritis, Zelnorm, tegaserod, Lotronex, alosetron, bloating, cramps, spastic colon, nervous stomach
Embarrassing, unpredictable and often uncomfortable, gas is a problem few people like to talk about. But everyone has a little gas now and then. When should you worry about having too much? Join our panel of gastroenterologists as they address this common and unpleasant problem.
Keywords: gas, bloating, pass gas, flatulance, flatulate, stomach pain, cramping, abdominal pain, diagnosis, treatment, prevention
Chlamydia is often refered to, and joked about, as "the clap". But for the 3 million people who are infected with it each year in the U.S. alone, it's no laughing matter. Join our panel of experts for a discussion of the causes and treatments for this sexually transmitted disease
Keywords: chlamydia, prevention, treatment, clap, bacterial infections, sexually transmitted disease, vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse, oral intercourse, herpes, gonorrhea, STDs, symptomatic disease, vaginal discharge, penile discharge, pelvic pain, abdominal pain, urinary tract infections, asymptomatic, infertility problems, prostate infections, unprotected sex, condoms, teenagers, gynecologist, promiscuous, testicular infections, antibiotic pills, Dr. Brian Boyle, Dr. Adam Stracher
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