Ileus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Explained
Ileus is the disruption of the normal propulsive activity of the intestine. The exact mechanism is not fully understood due to the complex interplay...
Steatorrhea: A Window into Hidden Digestive Disorders
Steatorrhea, commonly referred to as fatty stool, is a symptom of fat malabsorption characterized by greasy, bulky, foul-smelling stools that are challenging to flush....
Splenectomy: What to Expect Before and After Surgery
Splenectomy refers to the surgical removal of the spleen, either partially or entirely, and is typically performed when the spleen becomes damaged, diseased, or...
Salivary Gland Disease: Types, Symptoms, and Care
Salivary gland disease refers to any condition that disrupts the normal function of the saliva-producing glands in the mouth and surrounding facial region. Saliva...
Campylobacteriosis: When to Worry About Diarrhea
Campylobacteriosis or campylobacter infection is a diarrheal illness caused by bacteria from the Campylobacter species. It’s the most common cause of diarrhea worldwide,World Health...
Shigellosis: How It Spreads & Ways to Prevent It
Shigellosis is an acute infection of the gut that is also known as bacillary dysentery. A bacteria known as Shigella causes this infection. Its...
