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Irritable bowel syndrome is the most common disease diagnosed by gastroenterologists (doctors who specialize in medical treatment of disorders of the stomach and intestines) and one of the most common... Details >
International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders
The International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders offers a community of support for the children and families affected by gastrointestinal disorders.... Details >
International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders
This consumer health information brochure describes diarrhea symptoms, causes, spread and treatment and prevention. Advice is included on how to assess the severity of the problem and when a doctor sh... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
This document contains patient education fact sheets on six diagnostic tests for gastrointestinal disorders: colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, upper endoscopy ERCP, lower GI series, and upper GI series. The... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
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This page presents frequently asked questions about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. GIST is a rare cancer of the GI track. It belongs to the general class of cancers called sarcomas. Sarcomas are a gr... Details >
Based on information in the PDQ summary for health professionals on gastric (stomach) cancer, this patient resource presents facts about current treatment of stomach cancer by cancer stage.... Details >
If you are looking for a gastroenterologist , the AGA has provide this online service -- a listing of member gastroenterologists -- to assist you in locating one within your specific state.... Details >
This official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association features articles and reports designed to assist the physician and health care professional in keeping abreast of developments in ... Details >
This page links to newsletters from the Gastro-Intestinal Research Foundation.... Details >
Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) belong to a group of cancers called soft tissue sarcomas. Sarcomas are a rare type of cancer that can occur in connective tissues, bones, muscles, fat, nerves, ... Details >