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Anatomic Problems of the Lower GI Tract
Provides a general overview of common anatomical problems of the lower GI tract. Describes how some problems develop during the fetal stage and others develop with age. Covers symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for the different conditions.
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Bleeding in the Digestive Tract
Includes information about the causes of bleeding in the digestive tract and how the bleeding is recognized, diagnosed, and treated.
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Colonoscopy
Provides general information about colonoscopy. Describes the purpose of the test, how patients can prepare for it, and what patients can expect during and after the procedure.
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Colonoscopia
Proporciona información general sobre la colonoscopia. Describe el propósito de la prueba, como los pacientes se pueden preparar para ella y que pueden esperar los pacientes durante y después del procedimiento.
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Constipation
Defines constipation and describes its development, diagnosis, and treatment. Also highlights some misconceptions about constipation.
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Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Provides general information about flexible sigmoidoscopy. Describes the purpose of the test, how patients can prepare for it, and what patients can expect during and after the procedure.
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Sigmoidoscopia flexible
Proporciona información general sobre la sigmoidoscopia flexible. Describe el propósito de la prueba, como los pacientes se pueden preparar para ella y que pueden esperar los pacientes durante y después del procedimiento.
Versión PDF (186 KB) *

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Fecal Incontinence
Provides general information about flexible sigmoidoscopy. Describes the purpose of the test, how patients can prepare for it, and what patients can expect during and after the procedure.
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Hemorrhoids
Provides information about the causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and screening for hemochromatosis. Includes a list of additional resources.
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Lower GI Series
Provides general information about the lower gastrointestinal (GI) x-ray series. Describes the purpose of the test, how patients can prepare for it, and what patients can expect during and after the procedure.
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Tránsito gastrointestinal inferior
Proporciona información general sobre las radiografías del tránsito gastrointestinal inferior. Describe el propósito de la prueba, como los pacientes se pueden preparar para ella y que pueden esperar los pacientes durante y después del procedimiento.
Versión PDF (113 KB) *

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Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis
Describes the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of collagenous colitis and lymphocytic colitis.
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Proctitis
Describes the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of proctitis.
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Ulcerative Colitis
Outlines the symptoms, diagnostic procedures, and risks and benefits of several drugs and types of surgery to treat this disease.
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Virtual Colonoscopy
Provides general information about virtual colonoscopy. Describes the purpose of the test, how patients can prepare for it, and what patients can expect during and after the procedure.
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Colonoscopia virtual
Describe el propósito de la prueba, como los pacientes se pueden preparar para ella y que pueden esperar los pacientes durante y después del procedimiento.
Versión PDF (222 KB) *

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What I need to know about Bowel Control (Easy-to-Read)
Defines bowel control problems, also called fecal incontinence, and describes how normal bowel control works. Discusses the causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment. Provides tips for talking with the doctor and ways to cope with bowel control problems.
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Lo que usted debe saber sobre el control intestinal (Lectura fácil)
Define los problemas de control intestinal, también llamados incontinencia fecal, y describe cómo funciona el control normal de los intestinos. Explica en detalle las causas, factores de riesgo, diagnóstico y tratamiento. Proporciona consejos sobre cómo hablar con el médico y maneras de sobrellevar los problemas de control intestinal.
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What I need to know about Constipation (Easy-to-Read)
Defines constipation and includes steps for prevention, as well as a list of additional resources.
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Lo que usted debe saber sobre el estreñimiento (Lectura fácil)
Define el estreñimiento e incluye una lista de medidas para su prevención, así como un listado de recursos adicionales.
Versión PDF (594 KB) *

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What I need to know about Diarrhea (Easy-to-Read)
Discusses the causes of diarrhea and the dangers of dehydration. Provides suggestions for easing the symptoms of diarrhea in adults and children. Offers strategies for avoiding traveler’s diarrhea.
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Lo que usted debe saber sobre la diarrhea (Lectura fácil)
Ofrece información sobre las causas de la diarrea y los riesgos de la deshidratación. Ofrece sugerencias para aliviar los síntomas de la diarrea en adultos y en niños. Presenta sugerencias para evitar la diajera del viajero.
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What I need to know about Hirchsprung Disease
Defines and explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Hirschsprung disease. Includes a pronunciation guide.
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Your Digestive System and How It Works
Provides general information about the organs of the digestive system, the digestive process, and the absorption of nutrients. Includes a list of additional readings.
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El aparato digestivo y su funcionamiento
Ofrece información general sobre los órganos del sistema digestivo, la digestión y la absorción de nutrientes.
Versión PDF (153 KB) *

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Page last updated: January 25, 2012


The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse is a service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health.

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