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Salud digestiva

Stretching from your head to your bottom, the digestive system (made up of the gut, bowel and stomach) breaks down all that delicious food and drink, absorbing the useful nutrients and energy, whilst getting rid of the waste. It's a complex system that comes with various health concerns, from simple problems like estreñimiento to disorders which may be lifelong, such as enfermedad de Crohn.

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Abdominal discomfort has a wide variety of causes, ranging from mild indigestion or trapped wind to more serious issues. The stomach ache is typically related to digestion, but it can be caused by inflammation, infection, or disease.

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Condiciones anales y rectales

Anal and rectal problems are common and usually treatable. Key issues include haemorrhoids, anal fissures, abscesses, and pruritus ani. Common symptoms are bleeding, pain, lumps, or discharge.

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Bowel conditions

Bowel conditions encompass a range of conditions affecting the digestive tract. While often linked to diet, stress, or minor infections, chronic issues may signal underlying conditions.

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Diarrea

Diarrhoea is most commonly caused by gastrointestinal infections from viruses, bacteria, or parasites. Other common triggers include food poisoning, certain medications, food intolerances, and chronic digestive conditions.

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Gastroenteritis

Gastroenteritis (stomach flu) is inflammation of the stomach and intestines, commonly triggered by viral or bacterial infections. It typically spreads through contaminated food, water, or close person-to-person contact.

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Cánceres gastrointestinales

Los cánceres pueden desarrollarse en cualquier parte del tracto digestivo. Infórmate sobre los síntomas del cáncer de intestino, estómago, hígado y páncreas y los últimos tratamientos disponibles.

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Hepatitis

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, most commonly caused by viral infections (types A, B, C, D, and E) but also triggered by heavy alcohol use, toxins, or autoimmune conditions.

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Indigestión y acidez

Indigestion and heartburn often occur together. Indigestion is a general discomfort in the upper abdomen causing bloating and nausea, while heartburn is a burning chest pain caused by stomach acid irritating the oesophagus.

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Hígado y vesícula biliar

Liver and gallbladder problems are closely connected, as the liver produces bile that the gallbladder stores and concentrates. Common signs of both conditions include nausea, vomiting, fever, dark urine, and pale stools.

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Otras condiciones digestivas

Not all digestive conditions fit neatly into a box. Explore other digestive problems and when to seek advice if symptoms persist.

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