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Bowel Movements in Babies

… Overview How often do newborns have bowel movements? You may be surprised at the number … of the first week. The stools of breastfed babies tend to be more yellow than those of …

Managing bowel movements after pregnancy

… "firsts" was anticipating their first bowel movement. After giving birth, your bowels are often sluggish. This is due to … it's an intimidating prospect. To make bowel movements easier: Drink plenty of fluids, …

Bowel and gastrointestinal conditions

… Overview Learn about common bowel and gastrointestinal conditions and … , such as diverticular disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), reflux and constipation … Constipation Constipation: Keeping your bowels healthy Chronic constipation Managing …

Your Baby's Movements During Pregnancy

… kick, hiccup, roll, turn, and twist. These movements are common and expected. As your baby grows, these movements will get stronger. But sometimes you … or even sideways. When and how often babies move After 18 to 20 weeks, you may …

Bowel Resection for Colorectal Cancer

… that removes tissue or part of an organ. Bowel resection for colorectal cancer , also … on both sides of the tumour. The goal of bowel resection is to take out the part of the … the colon or rectum are sewn back together. Bowel resection is done either by opening the …

Bowel Disease Changing Your Diet

… ulcerative colitis are types of inflammatory bowel disease. What you eat doesn't increase … is right for everyone with an inflammatory bowel disease. Foods that bother one person … you. How to eat when you have inflammatory bowel disease Keep a food diary. As soon as …

Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS

… Condition Basics What is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder of the … more serious diseases, such as inflammatory bowel disease or cancer. What causes it? It's …

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Criteria for Diagnosis

… whether symptoms are caused by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). You meet the Rome III … footnote 1 The pain is relieved by having a bowel movement. The pain is linked to a change in how often you have a bowel movement. The pain is linked to a change …

Pregnancy Changes in Bowel Habits

… causes less frequent and more strained bowel movements. The bowels commonly move more slowly when you're …

Bowel Obstruction

… Condition Basics What is a bowel obstruction? A bowel obstruction happens when either your … suppositories or enemas , to help with bowel movements. Surgery is almost always needed …