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Describes four surgical procedures of the bowel: ileostomy, colostomy, ileoanal reservoir, and continent ileostomy.

Defines collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis. Explains the causes and describes signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.

Defines Ménétrier’s disease and describes treatment options.

Read about symptoms and management of lactose intolerance, a condition in which you have digestive symptoms after you consume foods or drinks that have lactose.

Defines irritable bowel syndrome in children. Describes diagnostic criteria and treatment and offers guidelines for parents.

Discusses symptoms and treatment of IBS, a group of symptoms that occur together, including repeated pain in your abdomen and changes in your bowel movements.

Discusses chronic and acute forms of intestinal pseudo-obstruction and briefly describes symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this rare condition.

Describes the types of inguinal hernia, as well as causes, symptoms, surgical treatment, and potential complications.

Learn about indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, including the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment.

Defines and explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Hirschsprung disease. Includes a pronunciation guide of terms associated with the condition.