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Many people dismiss straining during bowel movements as a minor inconvenience, but this habit can lead to serious health complications. Regular diffic ...

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD A perforated bowel, or intestinal perforation, occurs when a hole forms in the wall of the ...

Feeling the burn when you poop? A Cleveland Clinic gastroenterologist lists potential causes and how to find relief.

Video capsule endoscopy (VCE) is being increasingly used to investigate small bowel pathology. It is the gold standard for obscure gastrointestinal bleeding and iron deficiency anemia. VCE has ...

Bowel resection is done either by opening the abdomen (open resection) or by laparoscopy. Laparoscopy for bowel resection usually involves 3 to 6 very small incisions instead of one large one.

Adding these fibre and nutrient-rich foods to your morning routine can help ease constipation and promote regular bowel movements Read on!