Gastrointestinal “alarm” symptoms include difficult or painful swallowing, unintentional weight loss, gastrointestinal bleeding, anemia, and persistent vomiting.

If you can’t get in with a gastroenterologist for some time, Sarker said just seeing a primary care doctor is just fine, too. “You don’t really want to delay if you are uncomfortable,” Sarker noted.

Gastroparesis is a chronic condition where the stomach empties slowly into the small intestine. Common symptoms of gastroparesis include nausea, vomiting, and feeling full quickly after eating ...

The NHS cautions that symptoms of norovirus can emerge "suddenly" and typically include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as gastro oesophageal reflux disease, is more than just the occasional heartburn—it’s a chronic condition where stomach acid keeps flowing ...

Here, we give an overview of some of the most common gastrointestinal diseases and what to know about their symptoms, diagnoses and treatments. What Is the Digestive Tract?

When stomach pain should not be ignoredEveryone experiences stomach pain at some point in their lives. Most of the time it’s not serious and can be managed at home with over-the-counter ...

Colon cancer cases are on the rise, including in people under 45. Early symptoms include bloating and abdominal pain, which can be confused with GI disorders. Doctors shared why colon cancer can ...

Medications for gastroparesis aim to manage symptoms and may include what are called prokinetic agents. These work by inducing stomach contractions to move food through your digestive tract.

Noninfectious gastroenteritis and colitis both affect your digestive tract. They may lead to similar symptoms, but they have different causes and risk factors.

Gastrointestinal TB accounts for between 1-3% of all TB cases worldwide. It can cause symptoms abdominal pain and diarrhea, among others. Learn more.