Condition in which muscles in the stomach work slowly, causing food and liquid to remain in the stomach for longer than normal.
Constipation is characterized by either infrequent bowel movements or the passage of dry, hard stools.
Dysphagia is the medical term used to describe swallowing difficulties. Some people with dysphagia experience pain while swallowing, known as odynophagia.
Achalasia is a disorder of the esophagus that makes it difficult to swallow food and liquids.
Magnetic resonance defecography (MR defecography) involves a special MRI test that focuses on more clearly imaging the pelvic area. Learn more about this procedure.
GERD refers to the regurgitation of stomach acid into the esophagus. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
POEM is a minimally invasive, endoscopic procedure for treating achalasia and other swallowing disorders. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Pediatric gastroesophageal reflux is a condition of repeated regurgitation in babies that irritates the esophagus and causes pain. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Ulcerative colitis is characterized by chronic swelling and sores in the colon that cause bleeding, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the pelvic floor weakens, leading the organs to descend or herniate into the vagina.