Flatulence is the act of passing gas through the anus which is a normal part of human physiology. Most of the time this passing of gas, which is referred to as farting, is not taken seriously. It is not usually reported as a symptom unless it is excessive resulting in frequent passing of flatus. The term flatulent is >> Read More ...
Normal bowel movements vary in frequency from person to person – it is accepted that passing stool anywhere from 2 times a day to 3 times a week is the norm. The terms ‘lazy bowel’ or ‘sluggish bowel’ are commonly attributed to constipation. These terms can sometimes be misleading because not >> Read More ...
Bowel habit varies from person to person. For some people, it is normal to pass stool twice a day. In fact, a person may feel uncomfortable and bloated if they miss even one bowel movement. For other people, a normal bowel habit may mean passing stool every other day. As long as a person passes stool between three times a >> Read More ...
Hyperacidity refers to abnormally high volumes of acid or very low pH (more acidic). Since the stomach produces acid, hyperacidity usually refers to excessive stomach acid or abnormally acidic stomach acid. The quantity of the acid in the stomach is carefully regulated as is the level of acidity (pH). It tends to increase >> Read More ...
There are various sensations that may be experienced in the stomach region. This is the upper left part of the abdomen and extends to the upper middle abdominal region. Discomfort, pain and a burning sensation are not uncommon in and around the location of the abdomen. However, these sensations cannot always be attributed >> Read More ...
Abnormal growths can occur anywhere in the body. There are various types of growth but one of the common types is a polyp. This growth can occur in any cavity of the body. When it occurs in the nasal cavity then it is known as a nasal polyp. When it occurs in the colon then it is known as a colonic polyp. Similarly these >> Read More ...
Gastroesophageal reflux, also commonly referred to as acid reflux, is the most common digestive complaint. Most of us associate it with heartburn. While heartburn is the most common symptom of acid reflux, it can sometimes not be present. Other reflux symptoms can then be mistaken for other conditions, especially rare >> Read More ...
