gastrointestinal disorders

Gastroparesis or delayed gastric emptying syndrome is a disease that alters the movements of the stomach due to a problem that affects the nerves that control the activity of this organ. Learn more about gastroparesis, what are symptoms and how

Erosive esophagitis forms lesions in the esophagus due to the return of gastric juice from the stomach, causing symptoms such as blood in the cough, vomiting and feces. Better understand what erosive esophagitis is, how to treat it and how it is classified

Eosinophilic esophagitis is a relatively rare, chronic allergic condition that causes symptoms such as pain, vomiting, constant heartburn and difficulty swallowing. Treatment needs to be done with changes in diet and use of medications. Understand better

Mucositis is one of the most common side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, which causes inflammation of the lining of the mouth and a lot of pain at the time of eating. Better understand what symptoms can arise, who is at higher risk and how the treatment is done

The syndrome of bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine, also known by the acronym SBID, or in English SIBO, is a condition that affects the intestine and that can cause the appearance of symptoms such as swollen belly, abdominal pain and constant diarrhea.

It is normal for women to have flatulence during pregnancy, and what can be done to relieve this discomfort is to drink water, walk and consume natural laxatives

Achalasia is a disease of the esophagus that can appear between the ages of 20 and 40 and that causes symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, night cough and weight loss. Better understand what achalasia is, why it happens, what are the symptoms and what treatment options

Gastroparesis or delayed gastric emptying syndrome is a disease that alters the movements of the stomach due to a problem that affects the nerves that control the activity of this organ. Learn more about gastroparesis, what are symptoms and how

Inguinal herniorrhaphy is surgery for the treatment of inguinal hernia, which can be done with an open technique or by video. Before surgery it is recommended to fast for 8 to 12 hours and not to do very intense physical activities. See how herniorrhaphy is done

Erosive esophagitis forms lesions in the esophagus due to the return of gastric juice from the stomach, causing symptoms such as blood in the cough, vomiting and feces. Better understand what erosive esophagitis is, how to treat it and how it is classified

Mucositis is one of the most common side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, which causes inflammation of the lining of the mouth and a lot of pain at the time of eating. Better understand what symptoms can arise, who is at higher risk and how the treatment is done

Inguinal herniorrhaphy is surgery for the treatment of inguinal hernia, which can be done with an open technique or by video. Before surgery it is recommended to fast for 8 to 12 hours and not to do very intense physical activities. See how herniorrhaphy is done

Eosinophilic esophagitis is a relatively rare, chronic allergic condition that causes symptoms such as pain, vomiting, constant heartburn and difficulty swallowing. Treatment needs to be done with changes in diet and use of medications. Understand better

The syndrome of bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine, also known by the acronym SBID, or in English SIBO, is a condition that affects the intestine and that can cause the appearance of symptoms such as swollen belly, abdominal pain and constant diarrhea.

Gastritis can be caused mainly by the continued use of medications and consumption of contaminated food. See other causes of gastritis and what to do.

Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix that causes severe pain in the lower right side of the abdomen. Take our online test to find out if you may have appendicitis and see which tests can be used to reach the diagnosis. Also check out which

Achalasia is a disease of the esophagus that can appear between the ages of 20 and 40 and that causes symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, night cough and weight loss. Better understand what achalasia is, why it happens, what are the symptoms and what treatment options

The main symptom of heartburn is a burning sensation in the stomach or in the stomach, which can happen due to the consumption of fatty foods and bad habits. See what to eat and what to avoid in cases of heartburn, as well as new habits to reduce their intensity