Nov 5, 2024 · Spastic colon is an outdated term that's sometimes used to refer to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a common digestive condition involving belly cramps and pain, bloating, …

Jan 13, 2023 · Treating whatever condition causes myoclonus can help control symptoms. Sometimes the cause of myoclonus is unknown or can't be specifically treated. In these cases, …

Jan 25, 2022 · Data supporting the use of antispasmodics for the treatment of chronic abdominal pain in patients with disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), including irritable bowel …

Oct 22, 2024 · Diverticula are common, especially after age 50. They are usually found in the lower part of the colon. Most often, they don't cause problems. The presence of diverticula is called …

Intestinal ischemia (is-KEE-me-uh) refers to a range of conditions that happen when blood flow to the intestines slows or stops. Ischemia can be due to a fully or partly blocked blood vessel, …

Gastroparesis is a condition in which the muscles in the stomach don't move food as they should for it to be digested. Most often, muscles contract to send food through the digestive tract. But …

Dec 19, 2024 · Colon cancer typically affects older adults, though it can happen at any age. It usually begins as small clumps of cells called polyps that form inside the colon. Polyps …

May 10, 2024 · Colon cleansing is a process that involves flushing out the large intestine with liquid such as water. It's commonly done before some medical procedures, so that healthcare …

Colon polyps don't usually cause symptoms. It's important to have regular screening tests because colon polyps found in the early stages can usually be removed safely and completely. …

Nov 7, 2024 · Ischemic colitis happens when blood flow to part of the large intestine, called the colon, is temporarily reduced. When blood flow slows down, cells in the colon don't get enough …