Medicines that stop the stomach

Short episodes of intense pain in the rectum. It is caused by muscle spasms around the anus.

A chronic liver disease that slowly destroys the bile ducts in the liver, preventing the release of bile. Long-term irritation of the liver may cause scarring and cirrhosis in later stages of the disease.

A doctor who specializes in disorders of the anus and rectum.

A short, rigid metal tube used to look into the rectum and anus.

Irritation of the rectum.

A condition that occurs when a body part slips from its normal position.

The prediction of the course and end of a disease and the estimate of recovery.

Medicines that cause muscles in the gastrointestinal tract to move food. Examples are bethanechol and metoclopramide. (Brand names: Duvoid, Reglan.)

One of the three main nutrients in food. Foods that provide protein include meat, poultry, fish, cheese, milk, dairy products, eggs, and dried beans. Proteins are also used in the body for cell structure, fighting…