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What causes chronic hemorrhoids?

I'm 28 years old and I have chronic hemorrhoids. It comes and goes again and again. What causes chronic hemorrhoids?
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Is a colonoscopy safe?

I'm 42 years old and I'm going to have my first colonoscopy. Is a colonoscopy safe?
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Can my nausea be related to my period?

I get nauseous every now and then, and I noticed that it seems to get worse when I get my period. I'm not sure if it's really connected. Do periods usually cause nausea?
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What are the signs of rectal cancer?

A month ago, I began to notice blood in my stool, and it hasn't stopped. I'm worried that it could be rectal cancer. What are the signs of rectal cancer? What should I look...
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What is colitis?

I'm 42 and male, after experiencing a series of stomach cramps, my doctor told me that I have ulcerative colitis. What does this diagnosis mean? Is it serious?
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Are there at home tests for celiac disease?

We believe that my 13-year-old son has celiac disease but we don't want him to have to undergo a biopsy. We just think he's too young to have something so invasive. Are there...
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Why is my anus itchy and bleeding?

I'm 40 years old, and for the past few days, my anus has been itchy and bleeding whenever I pass motions. Is this serious enough to see a doctor? Why is this happening?
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Why do I experience stomach pain everyday?

I'm 37, and lately, almost everyday, I have been experiencing bad stomach cramps and it's causing me a lot of discomfort. What could be causing this?
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Could diverticulosis become diverticulitis?

After a routine colonoscopy, it showed that I have diverticulosis. Lately been having constant stomach pain and constipation. Could diverticulosis eventually become diverticulitis?...
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Do children with celiac disease have issues with growth?

My daughter was diagnosed with celiac disease but I noticed that she isn't as tall as the other kids her age. Does celiac disease also have an impact on growth?
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Why do I feel pressure in my colon?

I'm 29 years old and I've been feeling pressure in my colon for at least three months. What could be causing this?
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What can be the cause of my diarrhea?

I'm 37, and I feel like I've had been experiencing constant diarrhea for about two months. Is this really serious? What does it mean, and should I see a doctor?
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Why would my stomach hurt all the time?

I'm 40 years old, and my stomach hurts all the time, even after eating both small or large meals. What's the cause of my stomach pain?
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Can family history play a role in hemorrhoids?

I noticed that my family has issues with hemorrhoids, meaning that they get them so frequently. We also have other issues, like constipation, etc. Is it possible that the frequency...
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What can cause rectal bleeding?

For about a month, I noticed that I have some blood after passing a bowel movement. What can actually cause this? I could see constipation, but I've only been constipated a few...
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Can I start smoking again when my ulcer is cured?

I'm 40 years old and I used to smoke daily. But, because of my ulcer, I made myself stop until I found that it was completely cured. Is it okay to start smoking again now?
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Why do I have constant gas?

I've been dealing with a gas problem for over a year now. I don't know why, but I've been passing gas no matter what I eat. Why do you think I have this?
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What's the difference between celiac disease and gluten intolerance?

My 14-year-old son was tested for celiac disease recently because of his reactions to gluten. But instead of celiac disease, the doctors told us that he is just gluten intolerant....
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How can I tell if I have a digestive issue?

Like everyone else, I sometimes have stomachaches or cramping, sometimes diarrhea. I've never really thought it was a problem, just that I ate something bad or that my stomach...
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What is stomach atrophy?

I've been to many doctors over the years about my digestive system, and they say I have stomach atrophy without giving a good explanation for it. What exactly is stomach atrophy?...
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