Digestive Disorders

Gastrointestinal disorders involve the gastrointestinal tract: the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. More common gastrointestinal disorders can include constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, hemorrhoids, anal fissures perianal abscesses, anal fistulas, perianal infections, diverticular disease, colitis, colon polyps, and cancer.

There are many causes of gastrointestinal disorders. Here are some of the common factors: lack of fiber in your diet, lack of exercise, excess dairy consumption, stress, and pregnancy.

Irritable bowel syndrome, also known as IBS, is an intestinal disorder causing pain in your stomach, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. The cause of irritable bowel syndrome can vary depending on several factors.

Heartburn, interestingly enough, has nothing to do with your heart but has everything to do with your esophagus. Heartburn is an irritation of the esophagus caused by stomach acid. The discomfort from heartburn can be felt in your upper stomach or in your chest.