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Red Eye Treatment, Causes and Symptoms
Red eye is a common problem, usually with an allergic or infectious cause. In some cases, it is a sign of a more serious medical condition requiring further assessment. more...
Stomas, Colostomy and Ileostomy in Bowel Disease
Having an ileostomy or colostomy is understandably daunting for many patients, but modern ostomy appliances are designed to be unobtrusive, odour-free and easy to use. more...
Crohn's Disease Complications and Surgery
In: Crohn's Disease
This article covers the most common complications seen in Crohn's disease, and the surgical treatment of obstruction, fistulas and inflamed bowel. more...
Crohn's Disease Diet and Medical Treatment
In: Crohn's Disease
Crohn's disease has no cure at present, but the symptoms can be treated and prevented by diet changes and treatments targeting inflammation and the immune system. more...
Crohn's Disease Diagnosis and Tests
In: Crohn's Disease
Crohn's disease shares symptoms in common with various other bowel problems, so can be a difficult diagnosis to make. Blood tests, colonoscopy and imaging may be needed. more...
In: Crohn's Disease
The symptoms of Crohn's disease are caused by inflammation of the lining of the digestive system, though the causes of the inflammation are not yet fully understood. more...
Diarrhoea is common in adults due to intestinal infection or medical conditions affecting the gut. This article discusses acute and chronic diarrhoea and its causes. more...
Constipation is common, but many sufferers are too embarrassed to seek help. It is important to get a doctor's opinion on any sudden change in bowel habit. more...
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In: General Medicine (general)
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Avoiding Swine Flu and Illness During Holidays
In: Diseases/Viruses
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Electronic Medical Records System in the Works
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In: Sleep Disorders
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