Intestinal disorders

Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, also called vermiform appendix, cecal appendix, vermix, or vermiform process. Appendicitis mainly affects children. 

Childhood roundworm, or hookworm, is a parasitic disease. The disease is caused specifically by the hookworm parasite, which has entered the body most often through ingestion of contaminated food.

Celiac disease is a lifelong condition that requires the complete absence of gluten in the diet. You ask: Why? And what are the consequences of ignoring the diet and leaving the disease untreated?

Colon cancer (colorectal cancer) is a malignant tumour arising from the inner wall of the colon or rectum.

Constipation, professionally called obstipation, is a health problem associated with defecation. How does this disease arise and how to treat it correctly?

Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease. It causes many problems. Why does it occur and how does it manifest itself?

Diverticulosis and diverticulitis are common diseases, especially in developed countries. At age 40, it affects approximately 10% of people, over 60 years of age, 50%, and at age 80, the incidence is almost 100 percent. It mainly affects the large intestine and its sigmoid part.

Flatulence, bloating, or abdominal bloating are problems stemming from the bowels due to excessive production of gas. The condition often occurs due to improper diet, food, or other organic causes, and even stress.

Ileus is a health problem related to the digestive tract. It is a disorder of intestinal patency. It is one of the so-called sudden abdominal episodes. In some cases, ileus is a life-threatening condition and requires early medical intervention. What are its main causes and how to recognize its characteristic symptoms?

Irritable bowel syndrome is a functional, not an organic, disease of the digestive tract. It is caused by a combination of various risk factors, such as stress. It is characterised by abdominal pain, bloating and difficult defecation. Treatment may or may not be simple.

Consuming milk and lactose can cause health problems, especially digestive problems. What is the difference between milk allergy and lactose intolerance? What are the symptoms of dairy intolerance?

Nonspecific intestinal inflammation affects mostly young people between the ages of 20 and 35. The incidence of this disease is steadily increasing. The main representatives of IBD are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Why does inflammation arise and how does it manifest itself?

Salmonellosis affects the digestive tract. It is one of the most common diarrheal diseases of both children and adults.

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (abbreviated SIBO) is a syndrome characterized by an increased or abnormal type of bacteria in the small intestine. It mainly causes problems with digestion and absorption. What causes SIBO and how does the disease manifest itself?

Teniasis is a parasitic intestinal disease caused by tapeworms. Worldwide, it is one of the most widespread parasitic diseases.

Toxoplasmosis is considered one of the most common parasitic diseases in humans.

Typhoid fever is an infectious fever. It is also referred to as intestinal fever because it affects the small intestine. The infection only attacks humans. It occurs mainly in areas with low hygiene standards, in poor countries and in areas with a high concentration of population.

Ulcerative colitis is a long-term inflammatory disease of the terminal part of the large intestine, with possible spread to the whole colon. This autoimmune inflammation is characterised by bleeding, suppuration and ulceration of the intestinal mucosa. Its cause has not been clarified. It is characterised by alternating periods of calm and the onset of discomfort such as pain, diarrhoea and bleeding on stool.