1. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract are responsible for the hospitalization of more people in the US than any other group of disorders.
2. More than 95 million Americans suffer from acid indigestion and heartburn each month.
3. 25% of pregnant women experience heartburn daily.
4. 25% of heartburn sufferers experience chronic symptoms.
5. If heartburn lasts for more than 2 weeks, if patients experience symptoms more than twice a week, or if they must take OTC medication (such as an antacid) two or more times a day to control symptoms, the patient should see a doctor.
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A new report suggests that abnormal bacterial fermentation in the digestive system may cause the cramping, diarrhea, and excess flatulence associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
British researchers placed six healthy control women and six women with irritible bowel syndrome on an “exclusion” diet designed to eliminate foods suspected of causing IBS-like symptoms to collect data; excluded foods included: beef, dairy products, cereals other than rice; restricted foods included: yeast, citrus fruits, caffeinated beverages, and tap water.
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What are the symptoms of fecal impaction? Can it cause abdominal pain?
A fecal impaction means that stool (feces) is caught within the colon. If the impaction is very low, near the rectum, patients can sometimes have frequent diarrhea, as the waste tries to get around the site of the impaction. This can lead to staining and soiling of the underwear.
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My question is about how long it takes to cause damage to your body from being bulimic. They talk about long term problems but what is long term. So is your body fine if you have only been bulimic for a year or how do you tell how much damage has been done.
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