Stomach and Digestive - Treatments

When Angelia began experiencing extreme digestive issues, she refused to give up until she recieved a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

A byproduct of the wine-making process, this supplement possesses powerful antioxidant power.

A cleanse is purported to remove toxins and impurities from the body, but is it compatible with cancer treatment?

The type of treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease depends on your symptoms and its effect on your digestive system. But how do you know if surgery should be considered?

Although both treatment options may effectively treat GERD, it's important to weigh the pros and cons of each.

Heartburn is a symptom of GERD. And there’s more to know about how these conditions are distinct.

Good night? Not when you have acid reflux. Here's how to take the burn out of sleep time.

By studying how colon cancer cells metastasize, German researchers have uncovered a potential new approach to treating this cancer.

About two-thirds of carcinoid tumors occur in the GI tract. Learn about symptoms and treatment options.

A new test may save thousands of lives by helping doctors diagnose bowel and pancreatic cancers earlier.

Many different types of medications can be used to treat heartburn. But what works for one person may not work for another.

Occasional heartburn isn't dangerous, but if it occurs on a frequent basis, it could indicate a more serious health condition. Here's a look at heartburn by the numbers.

Occasional heartburn is no cause for concern. But chronic bouts can be linked to serious health problems, including cancer.

Here's how certain natural scents may help improve your health and overall state of mind.

Although there's no known cure for Crohn's disease, these tips may help patients to manage their symptoms.

These friendly bacteria can do wonders for your digestive system. Learn how your body can start reaping the benefits.

Suffering from anxiety? Stomach issues? A cold that won’t quit? There’s an herb for you.

A not-so-new therapy for treating Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may bring relief through a not-so-pleasant-sounding treatment.

You've probably heard about the benefits of a colon cleanse, but here's what researchers and scientific evidence have to say about this trend.

Research shows that as many as 60 percent of IBS patients also have fibromyalgia and as many as 70 percent of fibromyalgia patients have IBS. So what’s the connection? Get the answer here.

If you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn, or gastric ulcers, your doctor may prescribe a class of drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to ease your symptoms.

Although there is no known medical cure for Crohn's disease yet, researchers are getting close. A gene linked to a protein involved in the immunity and the inflammatory process may pave the way.

Your body naturally produces digestive enzymes to help your body break down food. So if you have a shortage of those enzymes and you experience not-so-pleasant symptoms, it might be time to turn to these common supplements.

A common antibiotic that treats travelers' diarrhea appears to have a benefit for those who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Here’s what studies have found.

Not all bacteria are bad: They can positively contribute to the digestive process. But too much good bacteria can also be unhealthy. That's why, when your bacteria balance gets out of whack, you can develop dysbiosis. Discover the symptoms, causes, and treatments for this condition.

The very idea of using worms to treat intestinal diseases may be enough to turn your stomach. But studies, in which parasitic worms are used to battle disorders like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, are showing promising results.

This small study might prove that a supplement can be the next breakthrough treatment to your worst heartburn symptoms.

Can diet, stress-reduction, and change of lifestyle be our only hope to remedy IBS or can charcoal capsules be the next cure?

Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation of the digestive tract, often resulting in stomach pain and bloody diarrhea.

Here, find out common causes and treatments for nausea.