Digestive Health Archive

Different acid reflux medicines may contain different ingredients. Cost, symptom control, and how each works in the stomach may all factor into your choice.

After a new colostomy, gas and watery output are common worries. Learn how doctors look for causes and which diet tweaks might ease symptoms.

Persistent loose stools that don't improve with more fiber may signal more than a simple diet issue. Explore what might be going on.

Infrequent but stubborn heartburn can be tricky to calm. Fast‑acting antacids, H2 blockers, and stronger options may all fit into a relief plan.

Eating lots of healthy high‑fiber foods but battling embarrassing gas? Learn which ingredients may be to blame and simple ways to cut it down.

Gastroenteritis isn’t true flu. But it is very contagious and can spread through germs on hands, food, and water.

High amylase or lipase on a blood test can hint at pancreatic trouble-or nothing serious at all. Learn how doctors interpret these results.

Persistent loose stools can signal food intolerances, medication effects, or gut disease. Learn which clues and diet trials your doctor might consider.

Heartburn often starts after a meal. It can create a burning sensation high in the abdomen, just below the bottom of the breastbone, or underneath the middle of the breastbone in the chest. It can also include other symptoms.

The brain communicates with the gastrointestinal tract through a connection scientists call the gut-brain axis. Evidence suggests that when the gut is irritated by triggers such as infection, stress, food, allergies, alcohol, or heredity, the resulting inflammation could influence mood.