Colon cancer is a type of cancer (abnormal cells growing uncontrollably) that begins in the large intestine. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder in how the brain and gut communicate and ...

The number of young Americans with inflammatory bowel disease has been rising for years, leaving the U.S. with one of the highest prevalence rates in the world, a new study finds. More than 100,000 ...

Focal active colitis (FAC) is when a specific type of white blood cell enters tiny structures in the colon wall, causing inflammation. Various conditions can lead to FAC, such as Crohn’s disease.

IBS is a chronic gut disorder with discomfort and bowel changes, but no visible damage. IBS is categorized by bowel habits: constipation (IBS-C), diarrhea (IBS-D), mixed (IBS-M), and post-infectious.

Inulin, a type of fiber found in certain plant-based foods and fiber supplements, causes inflammation in the gut and exacerbates inflammatory bowel disease in a preclinical model, according to a new ...

Data suggests that bowel cancers are on the rise among people younger than 50. Studies have found that younger people are more likely to be diagnosed with advanced stages of colorectal cancer. Risk ...

People usually recognize its symptoms through signs like stomach pain, change in bowel habits or diarrhea and constipation, ...

Choosing the right foods can help soothe the digestive system and reduce inflammation ...

For the estimated 5 million people worldwide living with inflammatory bowel disease, finding relief from debilitating symptoms often feels like an endless journey through medication trials and ...