Mayo Clinic on Digestive 4th Ed

<b>If digestive problems are some of the most common reasons why people seek medical care why do the majority of Americans know so little about their causes and treatment options? <i>Mayo Clinic on Digestive Health</i> is the fundamental guide for diagnosing managing and treating common digestive issues.</b> <p/>Every year millions of Americans seek medical help for painful digestive health issues. Heartburn irritable bowel syndrome ulcers bloating diarrhea and constipation are just a few of the most common offenders. But did you know simple everyday matters like eating habits physical activity stress and certain medications can all cause digestive issues? If you're experiencing symptoms of an unhealthy gut your stomach may be sending you a warning sign. <p/>In <i>Mayo Clinic on Digestive Health</i> the gastroenterologists at Mayo Clinic dive into everything there is to know about digestive health. From explaining the ins and outs of gut microbiome--like why guts go bad and how you can improve your gut's health--to outlining certain tests that help diagnose common digestive issues this newly revised manual provides a constructive guide for understanding stomach and gut problems. <p/>Additionally this book gives invaluable tips for diagnosing treating and preventing some of the most common digestive conditions and diseases affecting Americans today like Crohn's disease diverticular disease colorectal cancer gallbladder disease ulcers GERD celiac disease and other food intolerances. <p/>Now with more than 300 pages of revised content following the latest medical research the <i>Mayo Clinic on Digestive Health</i> will help you learn how to spot the symptoms of these common--and not so common--digestive issues.<br>