Fact Sheets

Source: CCM

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Gastroparesis
Condition in which muscles in the stomach work slowly, causing food and liquid to remain in the stomach for longer than normal.
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Pediatric Constipation
Constipation is characterized by either infrequent bowel movements or the passage of dry, hard stools.
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Dysphagia (Difficulty Swallowing)
Dysphagia is the medical term used to describe swallowing difficulties. Some people with dysphagia experience pain while swallowing, known as odynophagia.
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MR Defecography for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Magnetic resonance defecography (MR defecography) involves a special MRI test that focuses on more clearly imaging the pelvic area. Learn more about this procedure.
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Achalasia
Achalasia is a disorder of the esophagus that makes it difficult to swallow food and liquids.
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GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
GERD refers to the regurgitation of stomach acid into the esophagus. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM)
POEM is a minimally invasive, endoscopic procedure for treating achalasia and other swallowing disorders. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Pediatric Reflux Disease
Pediatric gastroesophageal reflux is a condition of repeated regurgitation in babies that irritates the esophagus and causes pain. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is characterized by chronic swelling and sores in the colon that cause bleeding, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the pelvic floor weakens, leading the organs to descend or herniate into the vagina.