National Digestive Diseases
Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC)

A service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), National Institutes of Health (NIH)

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Celiac Disease
Contains general information about celiac disease and explains how it can disrupt the absorption of nutrients in the small intestine. Provides information about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Gas in the Digestive Tract
Describes what causes gas and discusses symptoms, treatment, and how eating habits and diet affect the condition.
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Lactose Intolerance
Explains the cause, risk factors, diagnostic tests, and management of lactose intolerance. Lists calcium-rich foods and foods that contain hidden lactose.
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What I need to know about Celiac Disease (Easy-to-Read)
Defines celiac disease and explains the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Includes examples of gluten-free diet options.
PDF Version (809 KB) *

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What I need to know about Gas (Easy-to-Read)
Provides information about preventing and treating gas in the digestive tract.
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Lo que necesito saber sobre el gas (Lectura fácil)
Ofrece información sobre cómo prevenir y tratar los gases del sistema digestivo.
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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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What I need to know about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (Easy-to-Read)
Defines irritable bowel syndrome, explains the causes and symptoms, and outlines available treatment options.
PDF Version (654 KB) *

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What I need to know about Lactose Intolerance (Easy-to-Read)
Defines lactose intolerance and provides information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
PDF Version (728 KB) *

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Page last updated January 2, 2013


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

National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse
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Phone: 1–800–891–5389
TTY: 1–866–569–1162
Fax: 703–738–4929
Email: nddic@info.niddk.nih.gov
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