Several therapeutic advances have been achieved over the past two decades for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The expanding ...

Legend: Site = site of the pain; WBC = white blood cell count prior to surgery; EA = Epiploic appendagitis; RLQ = right lower quadrant; LLQ = left lower quadrant; NPF = no pathological finding; n ...

Adenomatous polyps typically do not cause symptoms unless they progress to colon cancer. Even then, there may be no sign of a problem until the malignancy is advanced. This is why colon cancer ...

Following a colectomy, most people will have up to six bowel movements per day. It might help your loved one conserve energy if they have access to, or can rent, a bedside commode for a few weeks. Get ...