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Irritable Bowel Syndrome for Teens
Some teens get stomachaches and diarrhea often. Read about irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a common intestinal disorder that affects the colon.
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Digestive System for Teens
Most people think digestion begins when you first put food in your mouth. But the digestive process actually starts even before the food hits your taste buds.
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease for Teens
Inflammatory bowel disease is an ongoing illness caused by an inflammation of the intestines. There are two kinds of IBD: Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
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Stomachaches for Teens
Lots of different problems can cause similar kinds of stomach pain - not all of them related to the digestive system. Here are some clues about what could be going on.
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Hernias for Teens
A hernia is an opening or weakness in the wall of a muscle, tissue, or membrane that normally holds an organ in place. Learning to prevent hernias isn't hard to do - check out these tips.
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Wound Healing and Care for Teens
How well a wound heals depends on where it is on the body and what caused it – as well as how well someone cares for the wound at home. Find out what to do in this article for teens.
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Having a Healthy Pregnancy for Teens
Whether you feel confused, worried, scared, or excited, you'll want to know how your life will change, what you can do to have a healthy baby.
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Endometriosis for Teens
Endometriosis is when tissue that looks and acts like the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. Here's how doctors help people who have it.
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L-Glutamine for People With Sickle Cell Disease for Teens
L-glutamine is a medicine that can help people with sickle cell disease. Find out how it works.
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Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis) for Teens
Bedwetting can be embarrassing and upsetting for teens, but there are effective ways to correct the problem and scientists are constantly developing new treatments.
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