Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that studies the digestive system and its disorders.

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Gastroenterology

Perineum

Medical; Gastroenterology

The area between the anus and the sex organs.

Diverticulosis

Medical; Gastroenterology

A condition that occurs when small pouches in the colon called diverticula push outward through weak spots.

Irrigation

Medical; Gastroenterology

Cleansing of a cavity or tube with fluid. Example: when an enema is given through a colostomy stoma to cleanse the large bowel.

Pouch

Medical; Gastroenterology

1. A special bag worn over a stoma to collect stool. 2. An internal, surgically constructed cavity.

Drugs that draw fluid into the colon and soften stool, making it easier to pass. This class of drugs is useful for people with idiopathic constipation and includes lactulose and polyethylene glycol ...

Diarrhoea

Medical; Gastroenterology

Frequent, loose, and watery bowel movements. Common causes include gastrointestinal infections, irritable bowel syndrome, medicines, and malabsorption.