Colon Health
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Constipation Diagnosis
Constipation diagnosis methods can vary significantly from one situation to the next depending upon the unique characteristics of the patient’s health. Diagnosing constipation may involve: taking a medical history, physical examination, colorectal transit study, anorectal function tests, barium enema x-ray, or a sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy. Learn more about determining the causes and treatment of chronic constipation using these different approaches.
Ileostomy, Colostomy, and Ileoanal Reservoir Surgery
Sometimes treatment for Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and familial adenomatous polyposis involves removing all or part of the intestines. When the intestines are removed, the body needs a new way for stool to leave the body, so the surgeon creates an opening in the abdomen for stool to pass through. The surgery to create the new opening is called ostomy. The opening is called a stoma.
Bowel Obstruction Symptoms
Did you know there are only two main types of bowel obstructions and that common bowel obstruction symptoms can include severe pain, cramping with vomiting, and chronic constipation? Learn how to deal with bowel obstruction plus the importance of avoiding bowel dysfunction!
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Colon Polyp
Why are colon polyps so serious a health matter? A colon polyp can be a warning sign that you’re at increased risk of developing colon cancer. Discover colon polyp detection methods (such as the sigmoidoscopy, barium enema, and colonoscopy), types and symptoms of colon polyps, and common sense methods for preventing polyps of the colon!
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Colon Infection
Did you know that over 70% of the body’s immune system is located in the colon? Were you aware that your colon can still become infected? Learn more about the symptoms of colon infection and what you can do to treat yourself if you develop an infection.
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Colostomy
Colostomy is the construction of an artificial opening from the colon through the abdominal wall, thus bypassing a diseased portion of the lower intestine and permitting the passage of intestinal contents.
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Colon Cancer
Colon cancer ranks second as the leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Learn about early detection and what you can do to help prevent colon cancer.
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Colon Resection Surgery
When a person has an unhealthy colon,they may need a colon resection surgery to prevent future digestive complications. Learn about the procedure and its benefits.
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Bowel Resection
Bowel Resection is a surgical procedure where part of the small or large intestines is removed. Learn more about the different methods of surgery, as well as the long-term effects you should expect.
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Colon Massage
Colon massage, whether internal or external, can benefit your colon cleansing efforts by working to dislodge and break up impacted waste. Learn common reasons for constipation, methods for avoiding constipation (such as colonic hydrotherapy), plus instructions for massaging your colon.
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Bowel Perforation
Although such imagery isn’t very reassuring, a bowel perforation is similar to having a leak in your household plumbing. Water will invariably follow the path of least resistance and the same can occur with the contents of your stomach. Discover the causes of a perforated bowel, types of bowel perforations, and tips for avoiding this condition through regular screenings and simply being aware of its symptoms.
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Blocked Bowel
A blocked bowel can occur for many reasons. The location of the blockage can also determine the symptoms you experience. Learn about the causes of bowel blockage, symptoms of blocked bowels, and various methods of treating and preventing bowel blockage such as using an oxygen based colon cleanser.
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