Stomach Issues Site
	Patricia B. Hill BellaOnline's Stomach Issues Editor

Colorectal (Colon) Cancer
Colorectal cancer has the second leading mortality rate among cancers in the Western world. Colorectal cancer is also one of the easiest cancers to detect. So, why are there so many deaths related to colorectal cancer?

Constipation and Laxatives
If you suffer from chronic or recurring constipation, over the counter laxatives are a quick fix. But do they contribute to healthy colon function, or do they do more harm than good? Find out how maintain healthy colon motility in this article.

Dangers of Clostridium Difficile
Clostridium Difficile is not a very well known but dangerous intestinal bacterial infection. In this case, what you don´t know can hurt you.

Diarrhea – Causes and Cures
Chronic loose, watery stools are not only an inconvenience, but can pose as a serious threat to your health. Since diarrhea is a symptom, it is crucial to locate its underlying cause.

Doctors and Gastric Issues
Before choosing a doctor for your gastric issue, read this. This information may help ensure you receive the best of care.

Hirschsprung's Disease (Adult)
While apparently rare, Hirschsprung's Disease can be diagnosed in adults who experience life long, chronic constipation. A birth defect affecting 1 in 5,000 infants, Hirschsprung's Disease can manifest in mild forms and go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed in children and adults.

IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome) Symptoms
IBS symptoms are bothersome and can affect every aspect of your life. By paying attention to your symptoms you can alleviate the condition by checking your stress responses.

National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is largely preventable, so it´s important to learn what being aware entails.

Performing the Elimination Diet Successfully
As a follow up to why an elimination diet can give you insight into the symptoms of IBS, here is how you can successfully carry one out.

Salmonella Poisoning (Salmonellosis)
Recent outbreaks of nationwide salmonella poisoning have taken many foods off from store shelves and out of kitchens. Whether the contaminated food is peanuts, meat, dog food, or spinach, a greater awareness of salmonella needs to be introduced.

The Elimination Diet and IBS
When it comes to IBS, an elimination diet can be a very effective way to determine food hypersensitivities that may be causing your symptoms. Here is an introduction.

Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative Colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that typically occurs between the ages of 15 and 30 (though it can occur at any age) and occurs primarily within the population of European and Jewish descent.