Rectal diseases and conditions

Rectal problems include haemorrhoids, fissures, abscesses and incontinence.

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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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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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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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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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Blood-borne viruses (BBVs)

Blood-borne viruses are viruses that are carried in the blood, like Hepatitis and HIV. Learn about treatment and prevention here.

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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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Injection or banding of haemorrhoids

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

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Colon resection for colon cancer

Removing the cancer by surgery gives you the best chance of being free of colon cancer.

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Surgery for rectal cancer

Removing the cancer by surgery gives you the best chance of being free of rectal cancer.

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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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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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Stomach ulcers

Stomach ulcers occur in the lining of your stomach. Be aware of the symptoms and get diagnosed early to treat ulcers and prevent complications.

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Abdominal Surgery for Crohn's disease

Crohn’s disease causes inflammation of your bowel. Surgery is usually recommended if medication fails to improve your symptoms.

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Laparoscopic Heller's cardiomyotomy

Achalasia is not life-threatening but the symptoms can be disabling. A Heller’s cardiomyotomy is a dependable way to help you to swallow more easily for a long time.

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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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Lateral internal sphincterotomy

An anal fissure is a common condition that causes a lot of pain. At first, it may be treated with ointments or Botox. If this fails, surgery is the best option for a cure.

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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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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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Diverticular disease - diverticulitis and diverticulosis

Diverticular disease, including diverticulitis, is linked to a low-fibre diet. Read about the causes, symptoms and treatment for diverticular disease.

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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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Laxatives

Laxatives are medicines used to treat constipation, which is when you have trouble passing stools (poo).

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Duodenal ulcer

Duodenal ulcers are a common cause of abdominal pain, but they can be treated. Learn what causes duodenal ulcers and how best to deal with them.

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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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