Long before ketchup became the go-to dip for fries and burgers, doctors prescribed it as a cure-all for indigestion and diarrhea. Quick: Picture the contents of a typical U.S. refrigerator. Did you ...

Diarrhea can often be stopped by using over-the-counter (OTC) medications such as loperamide (Imodium) or bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol). Remember, though, that diarrhea caused by a virus or ...

For those experiencing paradoxical diarrhea, the body sends confusing signals that can leave both patients and healthcare providers perplexed. This unusual digestive condition creates a seemingly ...

You can often treat gastroenteritis with home remedies and OTC medications. Sometimes, you may need additional treatments. Gastroenteritis causes inflammation in your stomach and intestines. It leads ...

The digestive system consists of a long tube that can be measured from the back of the mouth to the anus. The entire length of the gastrointestinal tract consists of nerves and muscles that work to ...

Napo Pharmaceuticals seeks orphan drug designation for Mytesi to treat diarrhea in breast cancer patients with brain metastases undergoing targeted therapy. Mytesi, a plant-based drug, restores gut ...

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) -- If you come home from your vacation with a case of "Montezuma's revenge," a bland diet may not help.A study of college students taking antibiotics for traveler's diarrhea ...

A parent or caregiver needs to seek medical attention if the toddler’s diarrhea lasts more than 24 hours, is accompanied by a fever of 102°F (38°C) or higher, or there are signs of dehydration. While ...