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Bleeding from the small intestine, large intestine, rectum or anus.

When food that is not digested or is only partially digested comes back up through the esophagus and is swallowed again or spit out.

Repeatedly spitting up food that is not digested or is only partially digested, then chewing it again or spitting it out.

Extra fluid trapped in soft tissue, often in the legs and feet.

Bleeding from the small intestine, large intestine, rectum or anus.

Puffiness caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues.

An illness caused by a virus that usually affects the glands on each side of the face.

Adding pounds to the body, usually from eating too much, not moving enough or both.

Excess weight that develops over time around the center of the body. Abdominal fat also is called visceral fat.

A medical condition that involves having too much body fat, which increases the risk of other health conditions.

This type of colon polyp can eventually become cancerous if it's not removed. Learn about treatment options and recommendations for a follow-up colonoscopy schedule.

Rising PSA after prostate cancer treatment may signal recurrence. Learn how it's diagnosed, what it means, treatment options and outlook.

Learn about symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment options for tumors affecting the spine.

Learn about this rare liver condition that affects newborns, usually requiring surgery soon after birth.

The fecal immunochemical test (FIT) can help find cancer early in the colon or rectum. You take the test at home. There's no preparation needed.

Joint pain and swelling triggered by an infection in another part of the body.

A contagious, itchy infestation of the genital area caused by insects.

Learn about at-home colon cancer tests. Find out why or why not to have one.

Leg or arm pain from a lack of blood flow to the muscles. Usually starts during exercise and ends with rest. Often due to peripheral artery disease.

Get clear, evidence-based answers on how testosterone affects prostate cancer risk, treatment and recovery.