Digestive discomfort is common, but some symptoms go far beyond everyday indigestion. One such condition that demands urgent attention is an intestinal blockage, also known as bowel obstruction. If ...

The FDA is updating Ozempic's warning label to acknowledge reports of bowel obstruction Mario Tama/Getty Images The FDA has issued another update to the warning label for Ozempic, saying it has ...

Extra mucus in the digestive tracts of people with CF causes stool to move more slowly and slows the production of enzymes, causing blockages and constipation. Laxatives can often help, but severe ...

Ileus is a temporary slowing of the intestines. It can occur during pregnancy or after childbirth. Understanding its causes, symptoms, and safe management can help parents understand what is normal, ...

The gallbladder plays a quiet but critical role in digestion, and when this organ malfunctions, it sends specific distress signals that require attention.

A 13-year-old boy in New Zealand swallowed up to 100 high-power magnets he bought on Temu, forcing surgeons to remove tissue from his intestines, doctors said on Friday. A UCLA Health research team ...

Since this is an extremely rare condition, the exact survival rate is poorly understood, and survival rates vary. An older study from 2009 determined that individuals with CIPO who have treatment with ...

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