Most bacterial gastrointestinal illnesses in Australia are thought to be caused by two pathogens, Campylobacter and Salmonella. But an emerging pathogen, Aeromonas, is much more common than previously ...

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) are bacteria that live in the stomach of about two-thirds of the global population. Strong evidence suggests that it can cause cancer. H. pylori does not cause symptoms ...

Antibiotics can cause digestive side effects like stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. Antibiotics are powerful medications that treat bacterial infections, but they can also disrupt the balance of ...

Background: Although Campylobacter is the leading cause of reported bacterial gastro-enteritis in industrialized countries, little is known on its recurrence. The objective of this study is to ...

In addition to fighting off infections, several common antibiotics activate receptors in the gut. For example, azithromycin, ...

In the post-vaccine era, rotavirus has become just another cause of acute gastroenteritis in most cases. But is there anything new in diagnosis and treatment? To Test or Not to Test? Commercially ...

If your digestive symptoms keep coming back again and again, self-medicating with antacids may not be the answer. Dr Vora explains why you should see a doctor.

The bacteria thrives in warm waters, and is fatal for 1 in 5 people ...

The mycobacteria that typically cause lung tuberculosis (TB) can also cause gastrointestinal (GI) TB. This condition typically requires prompt treatment with anti-tuberculous drugs. GI TB can involve ...

If you experience regular flare-ups of allergic gastroenteritis, an elimination diet may help you figure out what’s triggering it. If you’ve ever experienced stomach flu — otherwise known as ...