Could a medication be behind your gut symptoms? A checklist
From iron pills to metformin, many common medications can change digestion. A checklist to spot possible culprits before you talk to your doctor or...
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Bloating and ovarian cancer: what the research says
Most bloating has nothing to do with cancer. But research points to a specific pattern of new, frequent symptoms worth reporting. Here's what the...
Colon cancer screening at 45: comparing your test options
Colonoscopy isn't the only way to get screened. A side-by-side look at the main colorectal cancer screening tests, how often you need each and...
How to take a probiotic with antibiotics, step by step
What the research says about taking probiotics during antibiotics: who may benefit, which strains were studied, why timing matters and when to call your...
How to find out if you're really lactose intolerant
Many people who blame dairy can handle more than they think. A step-by-step guide to checking for lactose intolerance at home and with your...
Gut symptoms you shouldn't blame on menopause: a checklist
Menopause explains a lot, but not everything. This checklist covers the digestive symptoms that deserve a checkup, whatever your hormones are doing.
Heartburn or indigestion? How to tell them apart
Burning behind the breastbone and heavy fullness under the ribs often get lumped together. Here's how reflux and dyspepsia differ, and how doctors approach...
Celiac disease after 40: 5 myths that can delay a diagnosis
Celiac disease can start in adulthood, often goes unnoticed and needs gluten in your diet to test accurately. Five common myths, and what the...
Upper vs. lower bloating: how to tell the difference
Fullness under the ribs and bloating below the belly button can point to different causes. Here's how the two patterns compare.
Constipation after 40: your questions, answered
What counts as constipation, whether fiber really works, which laxatives have the best evidence and the signs that it's time to see a doctor.
IBS explained: how it's diagnosed and what actually helps
IBS isn't a diagnosis of last resort. Here's how doctors diagnose it, which tests make sense and which treatments have the strongest evidence.
Digestive red flags after 40: when to call your doctor
Most gut symptoms are harmless. These are the ones not worth waiting out, with a simple checklist for what needs a call, a visit...