Gluten-free diets are one of the popular dietary trends at the moment. With the clear exception of coeliac disease, growing research is calling into question if a self-diagnosed ‘gluten sensitivity’ is related to gluten at all.
Gastrointestinal Health
Constipation: causes and symptoms
What is constipation? Find out about symptoms, causes, risk factors and diagnosis. Plus, when you should seek medical advice.
Liver
View this diagram of the liver and find out more about the functions of your liver.
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
There are 2 forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatment.
Peptic ulcers: treatment
Treatment for peptic ulcers depends on the cause, and may include medicines to reduce stomach acid, antibiotics, and lifestyle changes. Treatment can heal peptic ulcers and stop them from coming back
Peptic ulcers: diagnosis and tests
Tests that help diagnose a peptic ulcer include gastroscopy and Helicobacter pylori tests. The best test depends on your age and symptoms.
Peptic ulcers: what are the symptoms?
Symptoms of peptic ulcers vary from person to person and with the ulcer’s location. You may have burning or gnawing abdominal pain that's worse at night.
Peptic ulcers: what causes them?
Most peptic ulcers are caused by either infection with a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori or regular use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), including aspirin.
Hepatitis: an overview
Hepatitis can cause permanent and life-threatening damage to the liver. Hepatitis A, B and C are caused by viruses.
Biopsy
A biopsy is a test in which a small tissue sample is removed for examination to help diagnose a disease. Explore the procedure and risks with myDr.com.au.
