Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a group of symptoms that can cause abdominal pain and ...

Gastroenterologists say pooping really does make you feel good. It does this by promoting relaxation, releasing serotonin and providing relief. If pooping hurts or you have chronic constipation or ...

Experiencing sharp pain before bowel movements can feel intense. Dr Salhab shares 6 ways you can ease pressure, cramping and spasms.

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Key Takeaways Lower abdominal pain is not a disease but a symptom of various ...

Colon cancer can sometimes cause back pain. Changes to bowel movements that occur with back pain may indicate late-stage colon cancer. Colon cancer occurs when a malignant tumor develops in a person’s ...