Digestive disorders can involve confronting a variety of frustrating symptoms that affect our most basic functions. The following is a list of some common symptoms linked to digestive health conditions. If you are concerned about one or more of these symptoms, be sure to call your doctor.
- Abdominal pain
- Anal itching, burning
- Bladder problems (frequent urination, leakage, urgency)
- Constipation
- Coughing
- Disorders of defecation
- Gas
- Heartburn (frequent and intense)
- Hemorrhoids
- Incontinence
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Recurring diarrhea
- Rectal bleeding
- Rectal skin mass or growth
- Rectal soreness
- Regurgitation
- Stomach pain
- Swallowing difficulty
- Vomiting
Note the following when symptoms present themselves:
- Duration - how long symptom lasts
- Location of symptom
- Onset - gradual build or sudden attack
- Recurrence - how frequent do symptoms occur, do they occur at the same time each day
- Relief found in
- Severity of pain or symptom
- Triggers
THIS IS NOT MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the internet / web. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911.