Digestive Health

The first thing the doctor tries to do is find the cause of your problem and treat that, in the hopes of ultimately relieving your stomach problem. For example, since diabetes is a common cause of gastroparesis, bringing your sugar levels under control... Full Answer

To get rid of toxins in your body: Toss the junk. Detox your pantry so that you can detox your body. From snack foods to frozen dinners, make sure they find their way to the trash can. Start each day by drinking a glass of warm water; this... Full Answer

Silent reflux is a common condition, but one that can lead to esophageal cancer. In this video, laryngologist Jamie Koufman, director of the Voice Institute of New York tells Dr. Oz how reflux can do so much damage. Full Answer

In younger age groups, gallbladder disease is more common in women by a significant margin. In older patients, (age 50 and older), there is an even distribution of gallbladder disease between men and women. Full Answer

The main types of gallbladder disease include: Gallstones: Crystals as small a pebble or as large a marble can form in the gallbladder or in the bile ducts. Biliary colic: Pain caused when gallstones block the bile ducts. Acute biliary colic:... Full Answer

Gallbladder problems are usually genetic. When we examine people with gallbladder disease, we usually learn about other family members who have faced the same situation, including parents or siblings. Some gallbladder problems develop when the liver... Full Answer

Family history -- your genetic makeup -- is the primary risk factor for gallbladder disease. Other factors that increase your risk include the sudden gain or loss of weight and pregnancy. Full Answer

Gallbladder disease in children includes inflammation, infection, stones or blockage of the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a sac located under the liver. It stores and concentrates bile produced in the liver. Bile aids in the digestion of fat, and is... Full Answer

The mildest and most common symptom of gallbladder disease is intermittent pain called biliary colic. Typically a patient experiences a steady gripping or gnawing pain in the upper right abdomen near the rib cage, which can be severe and can radiate to... Full Answer

There is an alternative treatment for antibiotic associated colitis and it has a funny name. Watch this video with Robin Miller, MD to learn about this synthetic stool and why it's safer than a fecal transplant. Full Answer