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Are there different types of hemorrhoids?

I'm only 22, but I'm pretty sure I have hemorrhoids because for the past several days I've been dealing with rectal pain. Are there several different type of hemorrhoids?
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Can drinking too much coffee cause nausea?

I feel like I'm addicted to coffee, or caffeine in general. I have it every day, but recently I started getting dizzy and nauseous. Is this from drinking too much coffee?
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Should I be concerned about random attacks of severe pain under ribs?

Over the past three years I've had occasional attacks of severe pain under my rib cage. I can't stand up straight and have to lie down with my knees up. Don't think it's gallbladder...
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How effective are colonoscopies in finding tumors?

I'm a 40-year-old male, and I am scheduled to have my first colonoscopy next week. I need it because there's a history of colorectal cancer within my family. Are colonoscopies...
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Does dairy cause constipation?

My toddler has been very constipated lately, and I think it has to do with dairy. She drinks a lot of milk, and I introduced more dairy into her diet. Is it possible that the...
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Is Nexium better than Zantac?

I deal with a lot of heartburn, and I'm looking at which medications are better than others. I'm not sure if I should go with Nexium or Zantac. Which one is better?
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What is celiac disease?

I don't feel so good after I eat any large meal of wheat. Mainly nausea and diarrhea. Could this mean that I have celiac disease? What exactly is this disorder?
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What's the best home treatment for hemorrhoids?

I realized I have a hemorrhoid outside of my rectum, and I don't know what I should do to have some relief. Are there any OTC creams/medications you can recommend to help me?...
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Does Crohn's disease require surgery?

I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease when I was a kid, and I'm still trying to manage it. Is it possible that I would need to have surgery in the future?
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Do gallbladder polyps have any symptoms?

I had pain in my side, but this was the only symptom I was experiencing. The doctor said I had gallbladder polyps after some tests. Do gallbladder polyps have any other symptoms?...
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Is gluten the cause of my stomach pain?

I'm 28, and lately I don't feel good whenever I eat wheat. I usually feel nauseous right after, and sometimes I vomit. Not all the time. Should I get evaluated for celiac?...
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What do colonoscopies show my doctor?

I'm 32, and I need to have a colonoscopy next week. Will a colonoscopy show my doctor if I have cancer? What do they look for, usually?
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What's the best way to stop my baby's diarrhea?

My baby has had diarrhea for over two days, and I'm not sure what to do. He's 2 years old, and I switched his diet to the BRAT diet to help treat it. Do you have other ways to...
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Are gallbladder polyps common?

I had an ultrasound because my physician suspected that I had gallstones. We found gallbladder polyps instead. What is a gallbladder polyp and how common are they?
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What causes colon cancer?

I'm 45 years old, and I was just diagnosed with colon cancer. I had no symptoms at all though, and the doctor found it during my first screening. What usually causes it?
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What are the symptoms of colitis?

I think I might have colitis but don't want to get a colonoscopy. What are the colitis symptoms, and are there other ways to diagnose it?
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Can aspirin cause stomach issues?

My grandpa takes aspirin constantly for chronic arthritis pains. He's also suffering from digestive difficulties. Can aspirin cause stomach issues?
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Can drinking more water help with my indigestion?

Whenever I eat spicy food, I get indigestion after I eat spicy food. Can drinking more water help with my indigestion?
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Why do I have chronic diarrhea?

For the last month and a half, I've had diarrhea almost everyday. What usually causes chronic diarrhea?
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Is there any cure for lactose intolerance?

I was diagnosed with lactose intolerance. Is it serious? Is there any cure for lactose intolerance?
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