Digestive system cancers

Information about digestive system cancers from leading Australian health organisations.

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Malabsorption syndromes

Information about malabsorption syndromes from our information partners.

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Intestinal diseases

Links to our information partners' articles about intestinal diseases.

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Rectal diseases

Rectal problems include haemorrhoids, fissures, abscesses and incontinence.

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Lactose intolerance symptoms

Lactose intolerance occurs when the body does not produce enough lactase enzyme to break down the lactose in the gut. Learn about the common symptoms.

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Lactose intolerance diagnosis

Lactose intolerance can usually be diagnosed through test runs. It can also be diagnosed with breath tests, blood glucose test and a biopsy of the small intestine.

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Appendicitis symptoms

Pain is the most common symptom of appendicitis. It often starts near the navel, or belly button, and might come and go for a while.

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Appendicitis diagnosis

It can be hard to differentiate appendicitis from other conditions. Learn how doctors diagnose appendicitis and why they sometimes err on the side of caution.

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Appendicitis

Learn about appendicitis, an inflammation of the appendix, including possible causes, common symptoms and the main treatment options.

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Gallstones

Gallstones are hard, pebble-like masses that are produced from bile in the gallbladder, that can result in symptoms such as pain, fever or jaundice.

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Gallstones diagnosis

Gallstones are small, hard masses that form in your gallbladder. Learn in here about gallstones diagnosis and the different tests your doctor might order.

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Gallstones symptoms

Gallstones are small, hard masses that form in your gallbladder. Learn from trusted resources about common symptoms gallstones may cause.

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What causes appendicitis?

The exact cause of appendicitis is not known, but doctors believe it is caused by food or faecal matter (poo) getting lodged in the appendix.

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Gastrointestinal illnesses

Gastrointestinal illnesses are very common. Some may last for only a day or two; others are long term. Learn here about their causes, symptoms and treatments.

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Bowel cancer – a personal story

Being diagnosed with bowel cancer can be both emotionally and practically challenging. Listening to others who have experienced similar situations is often reassuring and can be helpful. This video interview has been sourced from healthtalk.org, award-winning research into patient experiences in conjunction with the Health Experience Research Group at Oxford University, UK.

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What causes lactose intolerance?

Lactose intolerance occurs when the body doesn’t produce enough lactase, the enzyme that breaks down lactose in the intestine. Here’s some common causes.

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Lactose intolerance

Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose, the sugar found in milk and milk products. Learn more about causes, symptoms and treatment options.

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Appendicitis treatments

The main treatment for appendicitis is an operation to remove the inflamed appendix, known as an appendectomy or appendicectomy.

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Gastritis

Gastritis occurs when the cells lining the stomach become inflamed, but often it has no symptoms. Find out here about its causes, treatments and more.

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GORD and diet

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common digestive problem, and diet and nutrition play an important part in its management.

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Complications of GORD (reflux)

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is normally a fairly straightforward condition however for some, GORD can eventually lead to complications. Learn about complications of GORD.

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GORD diagnosis

In most cases, your doctor will be able to diagnose gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) by asking questions about your symptoms. Find out about diagnosis of GORD.

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What causes GORD (reflux)?

Most cases of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) are caused by a problem with the lower oesophageal sphincter (LOS). Find out the causes of GORD.

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Living with GORD

Information on living with GORD on this page, plus links to trusted resources.

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Fatty liver treatment

If you have fatty liver, your doctor will advise you on possible lifestyle changes and how to treat it. Learn more about the different treatment options available.

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Flatulence

Flatulence is the passing of air or gas from the intestine and through the anus, often accompanied by a sound and smell. Read more about flatulence.

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Lactose intolerance treatments

Information about lactose intolerance treatments, and how to reduce the amount of dairy products while also making sure you get enough calcium.

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Gastritis symptoms

You can have gastritis without symptoms, but some people may experience pain in the stomach, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and burping. You can find out more by reading information from our trusted sources.

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What causes gastritis?

Gastritis can be caused by drugs, bacterial infections, alcohol and stress. You can find out more about the causes of gastritis by reading information from our trusted partners.

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Gallstones treatment

The most common management of gallstone disease is surgery. Surgeons may remove your entire gallbladder (cholecystectomy), or just the stones from bile ducts.

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