It often produces no symptoms in the early stages, but people should see a doctor if they notice persistent changes in bowel habits. The colon, or large intestine, is at the end of the digestive ...

The Rome diagnostic criteria for the functional bowel disorders and functional abdominal pain are used widely in research and practice. A committee consensus approach, including criticism from ...

A sudden drop in blood pressure can occur for any number of reasons. Hypotension, or low blood pressure, means that vital organs may not be getting enough blood flow. It may be due to dehydration or ...

Background: We aimed to review the literature regarding the epidemiology of constipation in Europe and Oceania and the associated prevalence/risk factors. Methods: Two reviewers performed PubMed ...

It can also help to drink plenty of water. Crohn's disease is a form of inflammatory bowel disease that may include malabsorption which may affect stool. The cause of Crohn's disease isn't well ...