What is Colostomy Bag?
...opening in the abdominal wall rather than via the colon through the rectum and anus. Stool and other waste products are drainable into the pouch, which can be emptied at...
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Foreign Body Ingestion
...food, before turning all remaining waste material into stool Rectum, the final section of the large intestine where the body stores stool before defecation Good to know: The digestive tract...
What is Colostomy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
Definition and Overview A colostomy is a surgical procedure wherein a part of the large intestine (colon) is brought out to the abdominal wall so stools are able to pass...
What is Gastroenteritis?
...schools, hospitals, prisons, and other places where large numbers of people are in close proximity. The virus is present in the stool and vomit of those who are infected and...
What is Lesion Removal Colonoscopy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...Constipation Diarrhea Rectal bleeding or bloody stools Abdominal bloating Cramps Thinner stools This test is also recommended for those who are at risk of colon cancer. These include: Men and...
What is Appendix pain?
...quadrant * Nausea and vomiting * Loss of appetite * Low-grade fever * Diarrhea or constipation **Causes of Appendix Pain:** Appendicitis occurs when the appendix becomes obstructed, usually by stool,...
What are Chemotherapy Side-Effects?
...blood transfusions. Diarrhea or constipation Diarrhea and/or constipation can be a common side effect in the early stages of chemotherapy. An affected person can consult a doctor for dietary recommendations...
What is Ulcerative Colitis (UC)?
...directly related to defecation, including diarrhea, tenesmus (a sensation of urgency without defecation) or, in some cases, constipation. Most people with proctitis will pass blood or blood stained mucus from...
What is Celiac Disease?
...smelly stools that float in the toilet Diarrhea or, rarely, constipation Poor appetite Nausea and vomiting Other signs and symptoms of celiac disease in adults may include:[5][1][4][8][7] Fatigue and lethargy...
What are the Signs of Hemorrhoids?
...to the skin around the anus Symptoms of these conditions that are not shared with hemorrhoids include:[16][17] Anal fissure can cause sharp pain during and after passing a stool, while...