Stomach pain isn't always "just gas." The location, type and frequency of pain can reveal digestion issues, food intolerances ...

Think stomach ulcers always cause sharp abdominal pain? Not necessarily. Many ulcers go undetected, manifesting through unexpected symptoms you’d never associate with digestive issues. These subtle ...

The biggest concern with daily ibuprofen use in a woman in her 80s is damage to the stomach, including ulcers.

In an intriguing Thai study, researchers uncovered that curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, rivals the commonly ...

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DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m in considerable pain from sciatica. I wanted to know whether it’s a good idea to make myself walk around ...

There are some simple ways to avoid heartburn, including which foods to eat and avoid and even which side to sleep on.

It's easy to feel lost in the vast wilderness that is stomach-or more accurately, abdominal-pain. But doctors have learned to read our midsection like a map. And where our pain radiates from often ...

Black, tarry stool (melena) often signals bleeding in the upper digestive tract-not just food. Early recognition can prevent serious complications.

Left upper quadrant (LUQ) pain stems from conditions that affect organs like your spleen, kidney, or stomach. It's best to see a doctor if your LUQ pain worsens or lasts more than 48 hours. Treatment ...