What are the warning signs if you have constipation?
Constipation may occur occasionally, but can sometimes be chronic. It may be due to several causes, such as slow intestinal movement. However, it m...
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Could obesity and type 2 diabetes be treated with probiotics?
Several studies have shown that the administration of certain probiotics could be effective in the treatment of these two diseases.
Smoking and diet can affect the evolution of inflammatory bowel disease
The factors that determine the development of inflammatory bowel disease are not entirely known. However, previous infections, genetics and environ...
Can probiotics restore microbiota?
Probiotics are microorganisms which are beneficial for health. They help balance intestinal microbiota, which is of great importance in strengtheni...
Eight researchers from the Hospital Clínic-IDIBAPS and the University of Barcelona in the ranking of the best in the world
The list, published by Clarivate Analytics, identifies the most influential experts, who are among the 1% most highly cited in their speciality in...
The Hospital Clínic, the top hospital in Spain for kidney and pancreas transplantation
The Hospital Clínic de Barcelona has consolidated its kidney and pancreas transplantation programme, and is the Spanish centre that performs the hi...
Hyperthyroidism can be confused with an excessive response to stress
It usually affects 1% of the general population but is more prevalent in women. Since it is confused with stress, it is usually diagnosed when the...
How do I know if I have Helicobacter pylori?
Helicobacter pylori is a bacterium that causes stomach ulcers and, if left untreated, can lead to stomach cancer.
Lipoedema, a little known and underdiagnosed disease
Lipoedema is an abnormal accumulation of subcutaneous adipose tissue - that is, localised accumulation of fat - in specific areas of the body. It i...
Can Inflammatory Bowel Disease affect other parts of the body?
Despite being closely related to the digestive system, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can affect other parts of the body such as the joints, skin...