gastrointestinal disorders

Dark stools are usually related to the presence of digested blood and can therefore be an important sign of bleeding in the early part of the digestive system, caused by ulcers or esophageal varices, for example. However, black or dark stools may also occur in other, less common conditions such as iron-rich foods, ingestion of supplements, or use of certain medicines

Remedies for diarrhea decrease bowel movements, making the bowel have more time to absorb water from the stool. Thus, the stools become less liquid and it is possible to treat diarrhea. Some pharmacy options are: Loperamide : Diasec, Intestin, Imosec or Kaosec; Racecadotrila : Avide or Tiorfan. These remedies should only be used with a medical indication, since it is important to know the cause of the diarrhea before taking them

Bowel obstruction occurs when stool can not pass through the intestine due to interference with its course, such as the presence of intestinal flanges, tumors or inflammation, for example. In these cases, symptoms usually arise such as difficulty in evacuating or eliminating gas, belly bloating, nausea or abdominal pain

Intestinal dysbiosis is an imbalance of the intestinal bacterial flora that reduces the absorption capacity of nutrients and causes vitamin deficiency. This imbalance is caused by the decrease in the number of good bacteria in the intestine and the increase of bacteria capable of causing disease. Dysbiosis usually causes symptoms such as nausea, gas, diarrhea, or constipation, and can be cured, which can be achieved through a nutritionist-directed re-education

Colitis is an inflammation in the intestine that has several causes, which can be both stress and infections by bacteria, for example. Thus, treatment varies according to the cause of colitis, and can be done through the use of medications, such as anti-inflammatories and antibiotics, or changes in diet, as this is a common factor in almost all types of colitis

The gallstone in pregnancy is a problem that can arise due to the hormonal changes of gestation that make it difficult to empty the gallbladder, facilitating the accumulation of cholesterol and the formation of stones inside. Generally, gallstone in pregnancy is more common in overweight pregnant women, high blood cholesterol levels, and diabetes, since gall stones are formed due to the accumulation of calcium and cholesterol inside the gallbladder

In case of symptoms of liver problems such as abdominal bloating, headache and pain in the right side of the abdomen it is recommended to eat light and detoxifying foods such as: Artichoke; Vegetables with dark and bitter leaves; Citrus fruits such as orange, lemon, acerola, blackberry and pineapple

The main cause of accumulation of fat in the liver is the exaggerated consumption of foods rich in fat and sugar associated with physical inactivity, which is a lack of physical activity and therefore this is a common condition in obese or overweight people. However, hepatic steatosis can also be caused by other factors such as: Prolonged fasting; Malnutrition caused by lack of protein in the diet; Insulin resistance; Type 2 diabetes; Excessive consumption of alcohol; High cholesterol or triglycerides; Chronic hepatitis C; Wilson's disease, a rare disease that manifests itself in childhood

Since there are no specific fat medications in the liver, the treatment of this disease is mainly through lifestyle changes, eating healthy low-fat, losing weight and practicing physical activity regularly. In addition, it is important to control diseases that impair the functioning of the liver, such as diabetes and cholesterol, because when proper treatment is not done, cirrhosis and the need for liver transplantation may occur

Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver, which is usually caused by viruses or drug use. Symptoms of hepatitis usually come a few days after contact with the virus and are manifested through the yellowish color on the skin and the whites of the eyes and their treatment depends on what caused the disease

Chronic gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach mucosa, which lasts for more than 3 months and presents a slow and often asymptomatic evolution, which can lead to bleeding and the development of ulcers in the stomach. Gastritis can arise because of prolonged use of medications or bacterial infections, such as H

Acute alcoholic hepatitis is a type of hepatitis caused by excessive intake of alcoholic beverages, which cause the onset of symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite, for example. Generally, alcoholic hepatitis does not catch as it is not contagious. However, patients with hepatitis C, a type of hepatitis that passes through the blood, are at increased risk of developing alcoholic hepatitis if they drink too much alcohol

Heartburn remedies, such as Pepsamar or Gaviscon, help reduce the burning sensation in the throat and should be taken 1 to 3 hours after meals or at night when the first symptoms appear. Although most heartburn remedies are over-the-counter, they should only be used after a medical appointment, as it is important to understand the cause of the heartburn and to adjust the treatment, as this may indicate more serious problems such as gastritis, ulcers or even cancer

Gastritis remedies help protect the lining of the stomach and, therefore, reduce the symptoms of gastritis such as poor digestion, pain, burning or heartburn, creating a protective barrier or decreasing the production of gastric acid. See the signs of gastritis in: How to identify the symptoms of gastritis

Meteorism is the accumulation of gases in the digestive tract, which causes a feeling of bloating, discomfort and abdominal distension. It is usually related to the swallowing of air unconsciously by drinking or eating something quickly, which is called aerophagia. Factors such as stress and anxiety lead people to eat faster, which facilitates the entry and accumulation of air in the digestive tract

Fecal incontinence is characterized by involuntary loss or inability to control the elimination of the contents of the intestine, composed of feces and gases, through the anus. Although this situation does not have serious consequences for health, it can cause embarrassment and anxiety. Fecal incontinence usually occurs in the elderly over 70 years of age, although it may also occur in young people and children, and may be caused mainly by changes in the functioning of the muscles that form the rectum and sphincter of the anus caused by childbirth, surgeries or defects in the anatomy of the reg

Diarrhea with blood is usually caused by an infection in the intestine caused by harmful bacteria. But it is not always necessary to take antibiotics to control this symptom. The complications that can arise from bloody diarrhea are dehydration and sepsis, which is when harmful bacteria enter the bloodstream and spread throughout the body, causing serious health problems

Treatment for irritable bowel syndrome is done by combining remedies, eating disorders and decreasing stress levels that are directed by the gastroenterologist to relieve the symptoms of the affected person. Irritable bowel syndrome is characterized by a change in bowel functioning, which causes symptoms such as abdominal pain or bloating, diarrhea, constipation, and the presence of mucus in the stool

Tests to detect bowel cancer such as colonoscopy, opaque enema, or stool occult blood screening are routinely indicated for people over the age of 50, or earlier if indicated by the physician, as in cases of people with a family history of the disease. This screening is indicated even for people without any cancer symptom or risk, since the objective is to identify this disease, if it exists, in the still early stages, with a greater chance of cure

Chronic hepatitis is an inflammation in the liver that has no cure for at least 6 months. This type of hepatitis can last for decades, developing slowly, and can cause cirrhosis or liver failure. About 80% of types of hepatitis can progress to chronic hepatitis, but hepatitis A and E are exceptions, as they usually heal in a relatively short time