The stomach flu is an infection of the stomach or intestines, but influenza is an infection of the nose, throat, or lungs. Your symptoms can help you determine which one you have. The flu and stomach ...

Stomach flu typically spreads when people have contact with infected stool, vomit, objects, or surfaces and do not wash their hands properly. This can lead to them ingesting the virus through the ...

Most of us blame loose motions on outside food, mild infections, or something unhealthy we ate during the day. And in many ...

It is possible to have stomach virus with only mild symptoms, such as nausea or abdominal discomfort. Some people may have no symptoms at all. Viruses such as astrovirus, norovirus, and rotavirus can ...

If your digestive symptoms keep coming back again and again, self-medicating with antacids may not be the answer. Dr Vora explains why you should see a doctor.

For the first time since 2010, the Infectious Disease Society of America published new guidelines for treating complex abdominal infections. The revisions were prompted by “significant morbidity and ...

Antibiotics can cause digestive side effects like stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. Antibiotics are powerful medications that treat bacterial infections, but they can also disrupt the balance of ...

Abscesses are a common problem if you have Crohn’s disease. They’re painful pockets of pus and bacteria that can form in your stomach, pelvis, or around your anus. You’ll need antibiotics to treat the ...

Percutaneous drainage has evolved into a cornerstone of management for abdominal and pelvic abscesses, offering a minimally invasive alternative to open surgery. Under imaging guidance, typically ...