When GI upset strikes, it's often a sign of a simple stomachache. But when the issue becomes more recurrent, it can be a question of IBD vs. IBS. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects between 25 and ...

It can be overwhelming to receive a diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a condition which refers to the chronic diseases that can cause inflammation in your gastrointestinal (GI) tract.

Constipation, or trouble using the bathroom, happens to just about everyone at some point or another. Unfortunately, because it’s such a universal affliction with so many sources, it can be ...

Scientists have discovered that a microorganism may be causing digestive problems in some people, potentially paving the way for better treatments for constipation. Analyzing data from more than 1,500 ...

Crohn’s disease is an autoimmune condition that causes symptoms like diarrhea and abdominal pain. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can cause similar symptoms as well as constipation. Many ...

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It causes painful sores and inflammation deep inside your colon and rectum. That can lead to hard-to-manage symptoms like ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Chronic constipation may cause ...

Pregnancy causes hormonal changes which may trigger or worsen IBS symptoms. If you have IBS and you’re planning on becoming pregnant, making lifestyle and dietary changes can help. Women are more than ...