A STOMACH ulcer is an open sore known as a gastric ulcer. The main culprit for this condition is the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), but it's not the only cause. What are the signs of ...

Gas can cause stomach pain that varies from mild to severe, but you can take steps to make it less likely. (Photo Credit: E+/Getty Images) When your intestines have too much gas in them, it can cause ...

Feeling bloated? You're not alone. Abdominal bloating and gas are among the most common digestive complaints that doctors hear from patients. Belly bloating bothers some people largely because of how ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My friend was diagnosed with H. pylori. He was treated and then later he was given a stool sample test. This test showed "negative," and he was told that it means he does not have the ...

Expert advice from Dr Zoe Williams, our very own resident specialist and practising NHS GP WINTER bugs are rife, and norovirus is proving really nasty at the moment. Hospital admissions are at a high, ...

Burping is a natural bodily function often caused by swallowing too much air or consuming fizzy drinks. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT While it might be considered rude in certain social ...

WHETHER it’s a subtle little “ribbit” or a full on belch, we all have burps escape our mouths from time to time. It’s a way for gas to be released from your digestive system – burps basically happen ...

In some cultures, burping after a meal is the highest form of flattery. In China, for example, a belch tells the chef that you enjoyed your food and are comfortably satiated. While a quick, painless ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My friend was diagnosed with H. pylori. He was treated and then later he was given a stool sample test. This test showed “negative,” and he was told that it means he does not have the ...

A swollen stomach causes confusion. Is it just gas, or is it real fat? The answer matters because both come from very ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: My friend was diagnosed with H. pylori. He was treated and then later he was given a stool sample test. This test showed "negative," and he was told that it means he does not have the ...