Abdominal cancer encompasses a wide range of potential diagnoses with varying symptoms. Theresa Warner, MD, Deputy Director of Huntsman Cancer Institute, discusses the critical nature of recognizing ...

Intestinal gas is a byproduct of the digestive process. It may also occur due to swallowing air while eating, diet, and underlying health conditions. If the body cannot release enough gas, it can ...

Ignored by many as just a touch of indigestion, persistent bloating, fullness after a light meal, and mild nausea could hint ...

Abdominal pain is not always simple indigestion. It can signal serious issues like appendicitis or kidney stones. Recognizing warning signs such as worsening pain, fever, or vomiting is crucial. Early ...

"Cortisol belly" is a popular term used to describe weight gain mostly around your belly area, or abdomen. Sometimes it's called "hormonal belly." It’s not a medical term or diagnosis, but it could be ...

Chest and abdominal pain can result from mild and serious health conditions, ranging from gas to appendicitis or a heart attack. You may also have additional symptoms. Chest pain and abdominal pain ...

Possible causes of an abdominal lump include hernias, lipomas, hematomas, undescended testicles, and tumors. These can appear as an area of swelling or a bulge that protrudes from the abdominal area ...

Abdominal compartment syndrome happens when bleeding or swelling in your abdomen creates dangerously high pressure. This pressure can lead to multiple organ failure. Abdominal compartment syndrome is ...

Appendix cancer, a rare gastrointestinal malignancy, often presents with vague symptoms, leading to late detection. Early signs mimic appendicitis, while advanced stages involve abdominal pain, ...

It’s a typical Friday afternoon: you’re busy with work, family, and a long to-do list, and you notice discomfort in your ...

While we are still discussing symptoms that are associated with our digestive system, it seems reasonable to touch on common observation and possible drag on our health—abdominal swelling. Admittedly, ...

Your abdominal muscles surround your trunk between the rib cage and pelvis and keep your abdominal organs safe. Your core abdominal muscles also support your trunk and allow movements while keeping ...