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Are Stomach Problems and Autism Related?

Although there's been a long association between autism and gastrointestinal disorders, a new study suggests otherwise.

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Are Stomach Problems and Autism Related?

Are Stomach Problems and Autism Related?

Although there's been a long association between autism and gastrointestinal disorders, a new study suggests otherwise.

Stomach Pacemaker

Stomach Pacemaker

A 16 year old got sick every time she ate. It was so bad she had to leave high school. The solution? A pacemaker for her stomach.


Baby Bowel Surgery

Baby Bowel Surgery

A baby in Honduras was born with a severe form of a disease that prevented her bowels from working correctly. It would take a miracle to save her.

Autism: Any Link to Gastrointestinal Disease?

Autism: Any Link to Gastrointestinal Disease?

NBC's Dr. Nancy Snyderman talks with Natalie Morales about a study out today offering new insight about the relationship between gastrointestinal diseases and autism.


A Study Shows Sand Can Cause Intestinal Illness

A Study Shows Sand Can Cause Intestinal Illness

Experts say it is safer to keep sand under your feet, rather than playing in it.

Celiac Disease is on the Rise

Celiac Disease is on the Rise

A new study finds celiac disease is on the rise.


Lifestyle Changes for an Overactive Bladder

Lifestyle Changes for an Overactive Bladder

Urinary frequency and urinary urgency symptoms of overactive bladder (OAB) can be treated effectively with both lifestyle changes and with medicines.

Medical Treatments for BPH

Medical Treatments for BPH

Dr. Robert Salant and Dr. Christopher Dixon discuss the variety of medical treatments available for BPH and their advantages and disadvantages


Urinary Incontinence: How Your Doctor Can Help

Urinary Incontinence: How Your Doctor Can Help

Learn what to expect from your visit to the doctor about incontinence including what questions will be asked, what tests will be done, and what treatments may be offered, including Detrol LA (tolterodine) and Ditropan (oxybutynin).

The Sudden Urge to Go: Is It Overactive Bladder?

The Sudden Urge to Go: Is It Overactive Bladder?

Frequent urges to urinate can be the result of overactive bladder or OAB. This is called urinary urgency.