A subgroup of patients with SSc who exhibit a severe GI phenotype were associated with longer disease duration, ACA positivity, PAH, and worse quality of life.

Constipation represents one of the most common digestive health challenges, affecting millions of people who experience difficulty with regular bowel movements. The condition encompasses various ...

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Eating a low-fiber diet or having an imbalance of gut bacteria are the likely causes of IBS-C.Treatment for IBS-C typically involves dietary changes and ...

Gas and bloating are common, but persistent symptoms may signal a gut motility disorder affecting digestion. Conditions like ...

Constipation is difficulty emptying your bowels. Fecal impaction is the buildup of hardened stool in your bowel that you can’t pass. Fecal impaction is a potential complication of chronic constipation ...

Similarly to most FGID, chronic constipation is more commonly diagnosed in female patients (M/F ratio: 1: 2–3) (1, 2). Constipation is a prevalent disorders in Western countries that may affect up to ...

Blood in your stool may be due to a number of factors, such as straining to poop, anal fissures, and hemorrhoids. Treatment depends on the specific cause of your constipation and bleeding. Many people ...