Learn how to avoid contaminated food and water that may lead to this common travel hazard. Plus, find out what to do if it strikes.
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Gingivitis
Gingivitis is a common and mild form of gum disease that causes irritation, redness and swelling of your gums.
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Barrett's esophagus
Barrett's esophagus, which is linked to chronic heartburn, can turn into cancer of the esophagus. Learn about treatment.
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Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
In this rare disease, tumors in the digestive tract cause excess production of a certain hormone. High levels of this hormone increase stomach acid, leading to peptic ulcers.
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Stomach polyps
These masses of cells that form on your stomach lining usually don't cause symptoms. Learn what causes them and when to be concerned.
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Eosinophilic esophagitis
Learn more about the causes and treatment of eosinophilic esophagitis — a digestive disease caused by an allergic reaction.
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Hiatal hernia
A hiatal hernia occurs when part of the stomach bulges into the chest. It can cause severe heartburn but is treatable.
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Giardia infection (giardiasis)
This type of infection can cause stomach cramps, upset stomach and loose stools. Find out how to treat and prevent this waterborne parasite.
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T-cell lymphoma
Find out more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Hepatitis A
This contagious liver infection is caused by a virus. Learn more about its symptoms, treatment and prevention, including the hepatitis A vaccine.
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Marginal zone lymphoma
Find out more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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B-cell lymphoma
Find out more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.