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Malabsorption syndromes

Information about malabsorption syndromes from our information partners.

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.

Crohn's disease

Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes painful swelling and redness inside the digestive tract.

Ulcerative colitis

Ulcerative colitis is a bowel disease that causes inflammation and redness in the digestive tract. There is no cure, but treatment can help.

Digestive system cancers

Information about digestive system cancers from leading Australian health organisations.

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.

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.

Dermatitis herpetiformis

Dermatitis herpetiformis is an autoimmune condition, generally associated with gluten intolerance and coeliac disease. Find out how it is diagnosed and treated.

Bowel cancer in young people on the rise — here’s what to look out for

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.

Achalasia

Achalasia is a rare condition of the oesophagus (the food pipe) that stops food from entering the stomach properly. There is no cure, but there are different treatments to ease the symptoms.

Get behind bowel cancer screening

Free bowel cancer screening test kits are being sent to Australians aged from 50 to 74. Bowel cancer is one of the most curable cancers – if detected early on.

How long should you stay out of the pool after diarrhoea?

Summer's here, which means more pool time. But it's important to not go swimming in pools if infected with Cryptosporidium – a parasite that causes diarrhoea.

Low FODMAP diets

A low FODMAP diet reduces or removes certain foods to cut down on specific sugar types and avoid tummy pain and discomfort. Learn more about FODMAPs here.

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.

Stomach ulcers

Stomach ulcers occur in the lining of your stomach. Although they are common and can be treated, it’s important to be aware of the symptoms and get diagnosed early.

Heartburn

Heartburn is a feeling of burning pain or discomfort in the chest. Find out about the triggers for heartburn and what you can do to reduce your risk.

Giardiasis (giardia)

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

Surgery for rectal cancer

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

Colon resection for colon cancer

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

Dietitians

Dietitians help people understand relationships between food and health. Learn about dietitians, their role and what you can expect from a dietitian.

Parechovirus

Parechovirus is a virus that usually has very mild symptoms, or none at all. Sometimes it can cause serious illness in babies and young children. Good hygiene can help stop it spreading.

Appendicitis

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

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.

Constipation in children

Constipation in kids is quite common and isn't usually caused by something serious. Here's how to help your child when they're constipated.

Allergic reactions to cow's milk

About 1 in 50 infants has an allergic reaction to cow’s milk. Learn more here about allergy to milk proteins.

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. Learn more here.

Cholera

Cholera is an illness that gives you severe diarrhoea and dehydration. It is most likely to be found in parts of the world with poor water and sanitary services.

Gluten-free diet

Find out the importance of a gluten-free diet for people with coeliac disease and other conditions.

Fever in children

Fevers are quite common in young children and usually they are mild. Find out how to deal with fever and high temperatures in children here.

Diverticular disease - diverticulitis and diverticulosis

Diverticular disease, including diverticulitis, is linked to a low-fibre diet – find out about the causes, symptoms and treatment.

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Search results for: "inflammatory bowel disease"

Life stage

Malabsorption syndromes

Gastrointestinal illnesses

Crohn's disease

Ulcerative colitis

Digestive system cancers

Irritable bowel syndrome infographic

Bowel cancer – a personal story

Dermatitis herpetiformis

Bowel cancer in young people on the rise — here’s what to look out for

Achalasia

Get behind bowel cancer screening

How long should you stay out of the pool after diarrhoea?

Low FODMAP diets

Flatulence

Stomach ulcers

Heartburn

Giardiasis (giardia)

Surgery for rectal cancer

Colon resection for colon cancer

Dietitians

Parechovirus

Appendicitis

Abdominal Surgery for Crohn's disease

Constipation in children

Allergic reactions to cow's milk

Lynch syndrome

Cholera

Gluten-free diet

Fever in children

Diverticular disease - diverticulitis and diverticulosis

Life stage

Malabsorption syndromes

Gastrointestinal illnesses

Crohn's disease

Ulcerative colitis

Digestive system cancers

Irritable bowel syndrome infographic

Bowel cancer – a personal story

Dermatitis herpetiformis

Bowel cancer in young people on the rise — here’s what to look out for

Achalasia

Get behind bowel cancer screening

How long should you stay out of the pool after diarrhoea?

Low FODMAP diets

Flatulence

Stomach ulcers

Heartburn

Giardiasis (giardia)

Surgery for rectal cancer

Colon resection for colon cancer

Dietitians

Parechovirus

Appendicitis

Abdominal Surgery for Crohn's disease

Constipation in children

Allergic reactions to cow's milk

Lynch syndrome

Cholera

Gluten-free diet

Fever in children

Diverticular disease - diverticulitis and diverticulosis

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