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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Gastric bypass surgery

Gastric bypass surgery helps you lose weight by changing how your stomach and small intestine absorb food. It is usually very effective.

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Digestive system

Your digestive system breaks down the foods you eat so they can be absorbed into the body and used for energy and nutrients. Discover how it works.

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Gastroscopy

A gastroscopy is a procedure to look inside your oesophagus (food pipe) and stomach. Find out what happens during a gastroscopy and when it is done.

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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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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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Pancreas

The pancreas is a vital organ that helps the body digest food and control blood sugar levels. Read about its role and how to keep it healthy.

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Gallstones

Gallstones are pebble-like masses in your gallbladder that can cause pain, fever or jaundice. Find out about gallstone symptoms, treatment and causes.

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Helicobacter pylori

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a common bacterium that can live in the stomach lining causing inflammation and sometimes ulcers (sores) and stomach cancer.

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Blood in stool

Blood in your stool (poo) can indicate a serious problem. Find out more about the causes of blood in your poo and what you should do about it.

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Gut health

Gut health is important for your physical and mental wellbeing. Find out about how to maintain your gut health and about your gut microbiome.

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Lactose intolerance

Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose, or milk sugar. Learn more about treatment, symptoms and tests for lactose intolerance.

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Pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer is more common in people over the age of 50. Find out why the stage at which the cancer is diagnosed is so important.

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Low FODMAP diets

A low FODMAP diet reduces certain types of sugar that are fermented in your gut to reduce tummy pain and discomfort. Learn more about FODMAPs here.

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Vitamin B deficiency

Vitamin B deficiency can happen when you don’t get enough of the right nutrients. Learn about the symptoms of vitamin B deficiency.

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Vitamin A and your health

Vitamin A (retinol) is important for your vision, skin and immune system. Most Australians can get enough vitamin A by eating a varied, healthy diet.

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Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)

A cholecystectomy is surgery to remove your gallbladder, which is usually done using keyhole surgery. Find out how and why this operation is done.

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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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Hemicolectomy

A hemicolectomy is an operation where a section of your large intestine is removed. It is usually done to treat a condition such as bowel cancer.

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Gut microbiome and your health

An unhealthy gut microbiome impacts your physical and mental health. Learn how you can improve your gut microbiome.

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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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Autoimmune diseases — an overview

Autoimmune diseases occur when your immune system attacks your own body. Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases.

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Circulatory system

The circulatory system includes the blood, heart and blood vessels. It moves oxygen and nutrients around the body and removes carbon dioxide to help keep your body cells healthy.

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Ulcerative colitis

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a type of inflammatory bowel disease. Read all about the symptoms of UC, when to see your doctor and types of treatments.

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Guide to bariatric surgery

Bariatric surgery is the most effective way to lose weight and keep it off long-term. Learn about the different types of bariatric surgery.

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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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High-fibre foods and diet

High-fibre foods can reduce your risk of disease and keep your digestive system healthy. Find out how much fibre you need, and how to get it.

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Parkinson's disease

Parkinson’s disease occurs when there isn’t enough dopamine produced in the brain, which impacts movement, mood and other symptoms.

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Coeliac disease

People with coeliac disease can't eat foods containing gluten. Find out how coeliac disease can affect your life and why it's important to get diagnosed.

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Bowel obstruction

Bowel obstruction can cause serious health problems. If you have a bowel obstruction, you will usually need immediate treatment in hospital.

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