Rectal diseases and conditions

Rectal problems include haemorrhoids, fissures, abscesses and incontinence.

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Liver conditions and diseases

Liver disease can be caused by viruses like hepatitis, or other factors such as your alcohol intake. Learn about common liver diseases here.

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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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Malabsorption syndromes

Malabsorption syndrome refers to several disorders that affect someone’s ability to absorb nutrients from their food.

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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) describes 2 main conditions, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which both cause inflammation in the bowel.

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Irritable bowel syndrome infographic

Explore this infographic to learn about how to deal with the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and how you can prevent an attack of IBS.

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Stomach cancer (treatment options)

Stomach cancer is a malignant growth that starts in the wall of your stomach. Effective treatment may help to control the cancer and improve your symptoms.

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Achalasia

Achalasia is a rare condition affecting the oesophagus, hindering food passage. There is no cure, but there are treatments to ease the symptoms.

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Liver biopsy

A liver biopsy removes small pieces of tissue from your liver using a needle. The procedure is performed by a radiologist (doctor who specialises in x-rays and scans).

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Getting a poo test: who and how often?

Bowel cancer more commonly occurs in older people, while rates of the deadly disease in younger people are going up. But whatever your age, it's important to know the warning signs and symptoms of bowel cancer. Learn more here.

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Pyloromyotomy

Pyloric stenosis causes your baby to vomit soon after a feed which prevents them from getting goodness from their food.

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Injection or banding of haemorrhoids

Injection or banding is usually a safe and effective way of treating haemorrhoids.

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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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Bowel infections

Bowel or gastrointestinal infections can affect anyone. Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention of different bowel infections.

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Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)

Find out about the symptoms, causes and diagnosis of dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), when to see your doctor and how this problem can be treated.

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Cholecystitis (gallbladder inflammation)

Cholecystitis is inflammation of your gallbladder, usually caused by gallstones. Cholecystitis can be very painful and needs hospital treatment.

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Dermatitis herpetiformis

Dermatitis herpetiformis (Duhring's disease) is a skin rash that's associated with coeliac disease. Find out more about dermatitis herpetiformis.

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Lynch syndrome

Lynch syndrome, formerly known as HNPCC, is a genetic condition that increases the risk of a person developing some cancers, such as bowel cancer.

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Giardiasis (giardia)

Giardiasis is an infection of the small intestine with the parasite giardia. Learn about causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention of giardiasis.

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Appendicitis

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

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Rectocele

A rectocele is when your rectum bulges into your back vaginal wall. Find out about the symptoms, getting care and possible treatments here.

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Gastroparesis

Gastroparesis is a condition in which the muscles around your stomach don't work properly. Although gastroparesis cannot be cured, the symptoms can be relieved.

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Fatty liver

Fatty liver disease may not cause symptoms, but it can lead to health problems. Learn how to change your lifestyle to prevent or reverse fatty liver.

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Low FODMAP diets

A low FODMAP diet can help with the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Read about low FODMAP diets and when to see a dietitian.

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Bloating

Bloating is when your tummy feels swollen. Bloating is common, but if you often feel bloated you should see a doctor. Learn more about bloating here.

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Hiccups

Hiccups can be caused by overeating, stress or carbonated drinks. Learn what causes hiccups, how to manage them, and when to see a doctor.

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Laparoscopic cholecystectomy

Gallstones are a common problem. An operation to remove your gallbladder should result in you being free of pain and able to eat a normal diet.

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Gastritis

Gastritis is when your stomach lining is inflamed (irritated, swollen and red). Find out about gastritis symptoms, causes, treatments and more.

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Faecal incontinence

Faecal incontinence is when you have trouble controlling your bowel. Find out about the symptoms, causes, self-care and other treatments.

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Incontinence – an overview

Find out about incontinence, the different types and what can cause it. Talk to your doctor if you have trouble controlling your bladder or bowel.

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