Small and Large Intestine
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There is Blood in my Stool. What Does it Mean?
Blood in the stool or on the toilet paper can signal a wide range of conditions, from hemorrhoids or anal fissures to colon cancer, and should always be evaluated by a doctor.
Prep: The Most Important Thing You Can Do for Colonoscopy Success
If it’s time for your colonoscopy, it’s time for the prep. Everyone agrees: It’s not the most pleasant thing. But ensuring a good bowel prep is actually the most important thing you can do to make the colonoscopy a success.
Diverticulitis Flare Up: More Conservative Treatment Now Recommended
While patients can develop severe complications from diverticulitis that require surgery, doctors have taken a more conservative approach to treating milder cases.
Achieving Gut Health -- and How It Supports Your Overall Well-Being
How do you know the state of your gut health and what can you do to keep it in good shape? A UH dietician explains.
The Best Foods To Eat and Avoid for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
No plan has been proven to prevent or control IBD. But managing your diet can help manage your disease during flares and periods of remission.
How Small Diet Changes Can Help Control Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Small changes to your diet can help you control your bloating, gas, abdominal pain, constipation and diarrhea. Try these simple substitutions for two weeks and see if your symptoms improves.
Research Uncovers a Missing Link in Crohn’s Disease Treatment
A study led a UH researcher is looking at the role played by fungi in the development and aggravation of Crohn’s disease.
The Link Between Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Heart Attacks
A recent study led by University Hospitals researchers suggests a strong link between gut health and heart health.