Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in people younger than 50. Early screening and lifestyle changes are recommended.

Knowing the symptoms is important to help spot bowel cancer early.

A bowel regimen is a set of medications to help people avoid or relieve constipation. It may involve medications, laxatives, and lifestyle changes. A person with constipation may find it difficult or ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Long-term constipation doesn't raise risk for colon and rectal cancers according to a new analysis of the existing evidence. Past studies had suggested a possible ...

Your bowels play a vital role in maintaining overall health, yet they are often overlooked until something goes wrong. The digestive system, particularly the colon, not only processes waste but also ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Long-term constipation can lead ...

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

If you have irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C), kiwifruit may ease constipation and abdominal discomfort. Kiwifruit’s soluble and insoluble fiber, low fermentable oligosaccharides, ...