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More people under 50 are dying from colorectal cancer, which can cause symptoms including abdominal pain and diarrhea, and experts aren't sure why.
The exact cause of IBS remains unknown, with potential factors including an oversensitive colon, immune system variations, and postinfectious origins. TheHealthSite.com
Dr. Andrew Boxer shares his predictions on changes and trends in gastroenterology, including advances in technology, medicines, and cancer risk.
Changing dietary habits, increased use of processed food and reduction in fibre intake are responsible for IBD incidence in North India. The diagnostic challenge lies in its overlapping symptoms with other GI diseases but with early detection and lifelong treatment, you can lead a normal life, says Dr Vishal Sharma, Associate Professor, Department of Gastroenterology, PGIMER, Chandigarh
Researchers have identified four "red flag" signs and symptoms associated with an increased risk of early-onset colorectal cancer and suggest prompt diagnostic workup when present.