General educational articles for patients and families. A consultation is needed for advice about an individual situation.
Role of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio in diagnosis of acute appendicitis Background: Acute appendicitis (AA) is a common reason for acute abdominal episodes and a surgical emergency.Its instant…
Christina Kelly was pregnant with her second daughter in 2022 when she developed “bad hemorrhoids.” She wasn’t too worried at first because she knew it was…
Diverticulitis and ulcerative colitis may have similar symptoms, but they are different diseases. One of the main differences between the two is diverticulitis and ulcerative colitis…
(Image: Adobe Stock/Illustration: Fawn Gracie, Boston Children’s) A minimally invasive surgical approach called laparoscopic rectal mobilization and genitourinary separation appears to be a safe alternative to…
This transcript has been edited for clarity. Hello. I’m Dr. David Johnson, professor of medicine and chief of gastroenterology at Eastern Virginia Medical University. Welcome to…
Researchers found that polyp detection was significantly improved when less experienced physicians performed AI-assisted colonoscopies. Using AI in this diagnostic tool may reduce the likelihood of…
If you’ve had abdominal pain recently, you may have wondered how to tell if you have appendicitis at home. Appendicitis is the most common cause of…
Credit:KATERYNA KON/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY/Getty Images Previous studies have shown a link between high blood cholesterol levels and various cancers, including colorectal cancer. However, it is not…
Understanding Hemorrhoids: Symptoms and Treatments Hemorrhoids, colloquially known as “piles,” are a common but often misunderstood health problem. These swollen blood vessels, which resemble varicose veins,…
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