means that part of the large intestine is longer than normal. This can cause complications like twisting of the organ, which ...

Bowel blockages (also known as bowel or intestinal obstructions) occur when food cannot pass through your large or small ...

Chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (CIPO) affects the movement of food, fluid, air, and waste through the intestines. It can be genetic or develop due to another health condition. CIPO is a ...

The rectum is the 8-inch muscular tube that connects your large intestine (colon ... finger into your anus to check for tenderness or blockage. The doctor will then insert a lubricated proctoscope ...