Did you know that when it comes to getting certain diseases, your genetics can play a role in increasing your likelihood of developing it? When it comes to diverticular diseases, knowing whether genetics can affect your chances of developing them is important. In this article, we will discuss everything you need to know about diverticulosis, including what it is, symptoms of diverticulosis, who can get it, and whether your risk factors of diverticulosis could be based on your genetics.
We understand that bathroom-related problems aren’t easy to talk about, but talking about it is the first step in eliminating the problem and regaining control of your body! Don’t want to ask about it right away? That’s what this blog is for! Here’s everything you need to know about anal incontinence.
Halloween and IBS don’t always go together very well, with all of the sweet treats and challenges to our self-control. Since most Halloween treats are loaded with sugar, fat, and other triggers, sticking with your IBS diet may be more difficult than normal, so it’s important to keep an eye out for potential issues. After all, it’s better to avoid an attack than to have to deal with it!
They’re not particularly pleasant, but hemorrhoids are actually quite common, with three in four adults suffering from them at least once in their lifetime. For the most part, once diagnosed, hemorrhoids can be managed with home treatments and lifestyle changes. Here are 6 such remedies for hemorrhoids that you can try from home.
Also known as “UC,” ulcerative colitis is an irritable bowel disease (IBD) that causes a wide variety of symptoms for the affected individual. The hallmark symptom of ulcerative colitis is the presence of ulcers in the colon, often discovered during a colonoscopy. While there is no end-all be-all “cure” for ulcerative colitis, there are various ways to manage your symptoms.
Diverticulitis is a condition that occurs when pouches in the colon (called diverticula) become inflamed or infected. The symptoms of diverticulitis are often mild, but sometimes they can be quite severe and require emergency treatment. To help you avoid these symptoms, today we’re discussing what triggers diverticulitis flare-ups, namely specific kinds of foods to avoid with diverticulitis.
While there are certain at-home remedies you can try to alleviate the discomfort associated with hemorrhoids, you should never attempt to pop them yourself! Popping a hemorrhoid may sound fairly harmless一 I mean, it can’t get any worse, can it? However, there are certain dangers involved when trying to pop them yourself, which is why hemorrhoid treatment is always best left to the professionals!
Are you at risk for colon cancer? Even if your risk factors are not hereditary, it's important to be aware of what risk factors can affect your chances. The risk of developing this disease is higher for people who have risk factors such as age, gender, and other health concerns. There are also risk factors that we can control like diet, exercise habits, smoking. Let's take a closer look at the risk factors for colon cancer.
About 700,000 people in North America suffer from Crohn's disease, making it one of the most common inflammatory bowel diseases. Despite the lack of a cure, there are various kinds of treatments that can be administered, depending on the severity. Today we’re going over Crohn's disease symptoms and different Crohn's disease treatment options, including lifestyle changes, medications, and Crohn's disease surgery.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) testing is done based on a physician’s judgment after examining many factors such as family history, symptoms, stress factors, etc. Let's take a look at the tests that are relevant to the diagnosis of IBS.
