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107: The Microbiome and You

Your body is host to trillions of bacteria, funguses, viruses, and other microorganisms, creating an ecosystem that may impact many aspects of your health from metabolism to hormone regulation to…

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100: The Poop on Poop

Everybody poops. But did you realize the shape, size, smell, and frequency of your stool can say a lot about your overall health? Gastroenterologist John Pohl, MD, shares what a healthy poop should…

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Will You Need a Colostomy Bag After Colorectal Cancer Surgery?

It’s a common question many people have when they find out they need surgery because of colorectal cancer: Will I need a colostomy bag? Dr. Tom Miller asks specialist Dr. Molly Gross how she…

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How Do You Know if You Have Hemorrhoids?

If you have rectal bleeding, it could be due to a hemorrhoid. But first you should see a health care professional to rule out other more serious causes, including rectal cancer—especially if…

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Certain Antibiotics Can Cause Diarrhea

You pay a visit to the dentist, he gives you some antibiotics for that toothache, and shortly afterward you develop diarrhea. Doesn’t sound right, does it? But happens more often than you would…

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The Poop on Poop: Constipation in Kids

A lot of parents worry about their child’s bowel movements: Is it normal? Is it not normal? Is the stool too hard or too soft? How many days can a child go between bowel movements? Pediatrician…

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How to Recognize a Motility Disorder

Dr Kathryn Peterson describes how to recognize esophogial motility disorders or obstructive disorders.

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