Learn more about common gastrointestinal problems:

Colon Cancer/Polyps:
Why Should I Be Tested For Colorectal Cancer?
Por qué debe hacerse una prueba para el cáncer colorrectal
Colon Polyps

Constipation in Adults & Children

Diarrhea in Adults

Diverticulitis

Gallbladder Disease

Heartburn:
Heartburn
Making the decision about treating GERD

Helicobacter Pylori

Hemorrhoids:
Hemorrhoids
Making the decision about treatment for Hemorrhoids

Hepatitis C:
Facts About Hepatitis C - For People Who Test Positive
Hepatitis C Prevention and Testing
Decision making information on antiviral therapy for Hepatitis C

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Ulcerative Colitis)
Decision Making for Ulcerative Colitis

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Irritable Bowel Syndrome:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Testing for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Controlling Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diet

Laboratory Instructions
You can go here to review detailed instructions for various lab tests.

Nausea and Vomiting

Peptic Ulcers

Sigmoidoscopy

Additional Resources:

• Find classes on your "Digestive System" at your local Kaiser Permanente facility.
• Go to American Liver Foundation for information on the prevention, treatment and cure of hepatitis and all liver diseases. Site has news items, research, patient tales, links to related sites, advocacy, and more.
• Helpful information can be found at National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse - select information also available in Spanish.
• Useful information about Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis can be found at Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America
• If you are considering quitting smoking, helpful information and resources can be found here: Smoking - Call It Quits!
• You can get personalized strategies for relieving and preventing stress with HealthMedia Relax