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Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is an extremely common digestive disorder that causes significant abdominal discomfort and affects bowel function. It is a chronic condition, but unlike Inflammatory Bowel Disease, it does not cause inflammation or permanent damage to the gut. Key Symptoms: The defining features of IBS often revolve around how bowel

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a term for chronic conditions characterized by ongoing inflammation and ulcerations (sores) in the digestive tract, specifically the small or large intestine. The two main types of IBD are Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. 1. Ulcerative Colitis (UC) Ulcerative Colitis is an inflammatory condition that causes ulcers

Colonic Polyps and Cancer

Colonic Polyps and Cancer Colonic Polyps A Colonic Polyp is simply an abnormal growth of tissue that protrudes into the inner cavity (lumen) of the large intestine (colon). They are often categorized based on their potential for becoming cancerous: Neoplastic Polyps (Adenomas): These growths have the potential to turn into cancer over time. Non-Neoplastic Polyps:

Celiac Disease

Celiac Disease Celiac Disease is an autoimmune condition that specifically affects the mucosa (lining) of the small intestine. It is characterized by a reaction and subsequent damage to the small intestine that occurs after a person eats gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. When someone with Celiac Disease consumes gluten, their immune

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