Chapter 3 Intestinal Diseases and Their Treatment

The intestines are one of the most important organs in our body, responsible for digesting food and eliminating waste. However, the intestines can encounter various diseases that can seriously affect a person's health. In this article, we will look at some of the most common bowel diseases and their treatments.

Symptoms of intestinal diseases

Before we look at specific diseases, let's talk about typical symptoms that may indicate problems with the intestines. One of the most common symptoms is bowel problems. Diarrhea and constipation are typical problems that may indicate various bowel diseases. With diarrhea, a person experiences frequent bowel movements, and with constipation, difficulty passing stool.

Other common symptoms of bowel disease may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, bloating, blood in the stool, a feeling of unfinished bowel movement, etc. If you experience these symptoms, be sure to consult a doctor for professional help.

Dysbacteriosis

Dysbacteriosis is a disorder of the intestinal microflora. Microflora disturbances can occur for various reasons, for example, due to taking antibiotics, poor diet, stress, etc. With dysbiosis, a person may experience symptoms such as stool disorders, abdominal pain, bloating, etc. Treatment of dysbiosis includes taking probiotics, which help restore normal intestinal microflora.

Haemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are dilation of the veins of the rectum and anal canal. With hemorrhoids, a person may experience symptoms such as pain and itching in the anus, bleeding from the rectum, difficulty defecating, etc. Treatment of hemorrhoids includes changes in lifestyle and diet, the use of medications, and in some cases, surgery may be required intervention.

Appendicitis

Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, which is located in the lower right corner of the abdomen. With appendicitis, a person may experience symptoms such as pain in the lower right corner of the abdomen, nausea, vomiting, fever, etc. Treatment for appendicitis usually involves surgical removal of the appendix.

Peptic ulcer

Peptic ulcer disease is a chronic disease in which ulcers form on the mucous membrane of the stomach or duodenum. With a peptic ulcer, a person may experience symptoms such as pain in the upper abdomen, nausea, vomiting, blood in the stool, etc. Treatment for a peptic ulcer includes medication, lifestyle and dietary changes, and in some cases, surgery may be required .

Enterocolitis

Enterocolitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that can be caused by an infection, an allergic reaction, or other causes. With enterocolitis, a person may experience symptoms such as stool disorders, abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, etc. Treatment of enterocolitis includes drug therapy, diet and nutrition.

Bowel cancer

Colon cancer is a malignant neoplasm that can occur in any part of the intestine. With bowel cancer, a person may experience symptoms such as blood in the stool, abnormal bowel movements, abdominal pain, bloating, etc. Treatment for bowel cancer depends on the stage of the disease and may include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

In conclusion, bowel diseases can seriously affect a person's health and affect their quality of life. Therefore, if you discover symptoms that may indicate problems with the intestines, be sure to consult a doctor for qualified help. Treatment of intestinal diseases must be timely and comprehensive in order to avoid possible complications and maintain health.