Whey is a protein found in milk that can cause bowel complications if you have certain digestive conditions. The most common bowel problem from ingesting whey is diarrhea. Diarrhea is identified by frequent, loose stools that are watery in nature....
Drinking too much coffee can cause various bowel problems, such as diarrhea, gas and abdominal pain. If you notice that even drinking a small amount of coffee causes bowel problems, you need to talk with your doctor about considering a coffee or...
A common runner's complaint is having bowel problems during a run or running distance competitions. Having to stop for a bowel movement can be embarrassing and worrisome, not to mention it can put you in jeopardy of falling behind your competition...
Rice is a healthy food for people with bowel problems, although the type of rice you should eat depends on your particular medical issue. For example, chronic constipation sufferers benefit from high-fiber rice, while those with inflamed...
The weight-loss drug Alli can help you lose weight because it prevents your body from absorbing all the fat in the foods you eat. The drug is a half-strength version of the prescription medication Xenical, also known by the generic name orlistat....
If you're allergic to wheat, and you consume a product that contains wheat proteins, you will develop various digestive problems, such as diarrhea, stomach pain, gas, bloating and nausea. Wheat allergies are commonly confused with another...
IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, is the most common functional gut disorder, affecting 10 to 15 percent of Americans, according to the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders. However, it is not the only cause of...
In 2005, internationally famous British marathoner Paula Radcliffe set a world record during the London Marathon. Notably, she set this record during a race in which she also had to answer the call of nature. Partway through the marathon, she...
Rashes and bruises can indicate a number of medical problems and can often be confused for a condition known as purpura. While purpura can be caused by a number of things, one type of purpura causes bowel problems. This may be misdiagnosed as a...
Eating yogurt should not cause bowel problems in most people. Yogurt is a common food recommended to treat bowel complications, such as bloating, infections and diarrhea, according to AskDrSears.com. If you notice that when you eat a lot of yogurt...
Bladder and bowel control problems are normal in younger children as toilet training begins. You must teach your toddler how to control his urge to urinate or pass stool while also eliminating accidents during the day and night. But sometimes...
Drinking a whey protein shake may be a quick way to get in a high-protein meal, but these drinks are not for everyone. Also, supplementing with a shake every once in a while may not be a problem, but consistent use could wreak havoc on your...
The most common bowel problems and gastrointestinal complaints include bloating and abdominal distension, constipation or diarrhea, flatulence, abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain and cramping. Often grouped under the umbrella diagnosis of IBS,...
Living with a bowel disorder can be uncomfortable and require you to carefully monitor your diet so you do not aggravate the issue. Fruit juice may seem like an innocuous and refreshing source of vitamins and minerals, but if you have bowel...
Digestive upset or discomfort is unpleasant no matter what your age. But for newborn infants, gastrointestinal problems may be alarming. Although digestive problems may result from an infection or illness, they are likely to be caused by the...
Your body needs protein to provide amino acids -- the building blocks of all your cells. But not all protein is created equal. High-fat animal protein, low-fat animal protein and almost no-fat vegetable protein are digested very differently by...
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of conditions characterized by irritation and swelling of the bowel, which interferes with the breakdown and absorption of nutrients. Chron's disease and ulcerative colitis are the most common IBDs....
Bowel and bladder problems are common and can happen to anyone. They usually are annoying problems that interfere with normal everyday activities of daily living. Less often, they can become serious and even life-threatening. Some forms of...
A colectomy is a surgical procedure that removes part or all of the colon. This surgery is typically performed on individuals suffering from cancer, intestinal blockage or irritable bowel disease. Immediately following a colectomy, a health care...
Infection of the bowels is a common problem that can arise from a virus, bacteria or a multitude of disorders. Any change in frequency or appearance of bowel movements can signal an infection or other bowel problem. Poor nutrition and lack of...
Multiple sclerosis, often abbreviated MS, is a debilitating, progressive neurodegenerative disease in which the nerves of the brain and spinal cord are damaged. In some patients, the symptoms of the disease grow steadily worse over time, which is...
Blood appears in the stool for various reasons, including infection, cancer, digestive disorders and open wounds, such as hemorrhoids and ulcers. Blood may be visible to the human eye in some cases, suggesting the blood is from the lower...
Radiation therapy is a common treatment for prostate cancer, especially early, localized prostate cancer. Radiation may be given externally, by a machine or via radioactive "pellets" inserted into the prostate, a technique called brachytherapy.
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic, degenerative disease of the central nervous system. In MS, the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the myelin sheath that surrounds nerve fibers. The myelin sheath acts as a conductor and helps nerve impulses...
The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system and is responsible for the generation of much of the fluid that makes up semen. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer occurs 99 percent of the time in the glandular cells...
For many women (and a few men), cellulite is a real problem. Cellulite is concentrated areas of fat, which cause a rippling or cottage cheese appearance in the skin. It can occur naturally and is even hereditary for some individuals. It is...
Radiation is one common treatment option for prostate cancer, and it comes in two basic forms, according to RadiologyInfo.org, a service of the Radiology Society of North America and the American College of Radiology. External beam therapy, or...
The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2009, approximately 192,280 new diagnoses of prostate cancer will be made in the United States. Treatment can include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and hormone therapy. Radiation therapy uses x-rays...
Radiation therapy uses high energy rays to kill cancer cells, and radiation to the prostate is commonly used to treat prostate cancer. Radiation to the prostate can be given in two ways: externally, by a machine that aims beams of radiation to the...
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