(CNN) — Bloody diarrhea, jaundice, acute hepatitis and respiratory infections. These are just some of the diseases spreading in the Gaza Strip, where the World Health Organization (WHO) says the ...

Generally speaking, flying isn't great. It's the quickest way to get from, say, Paris to Toronto, but you're probably not going to have a great time unless you can at least afford business class. And ...

In today's medical news, a highly contagious bacteria known as Shigella is in the spotlight and making its rounds across the country. It causes an infection known as shigellosis, resulting in bloody ...

If you have ulcerative colitis, you might see blood and mucus in your poop when you have a flare-up. It shows up most often in very loose, watery stools. This bloody diarrhea tends to happen with ...

Acute hemorrhagic gastroenteritis is characterized by the sudden onset of bloody diarrhea and other gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, like abdominal pain and nausea. In humans, acute hemorrhagic ...

Possible causes of blood in stool include gastroenteritis, anal fissures, hemorrhoids, inflammatory bowel disease, and more. Treatment can depend on the underlying cause. Below, learn more about the ...

Most people have at some point in their life suffered an intestinal infection or food poisoning forcing them to stay close to the bathroom. It is very uncomfortable. Most of the time, though, it ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Key Takeaways Watery diarrhea can be caused by viruses, bacteria, and parasites. It's important to consult a doctor if a newborn has diarrhea because it can ...

Chronic diarrhea in infants who eat solid food is defined as frequent, loose, watery bowel movements for at least 4 weeks. It can lead to dehydration, malnutrition, and other serious complications.

There are around 450,000 cases of shigella infections in the US every year, according to the CDC.Stephanie Rossow/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY/Getty Images Drug-resistant shigella strains made up 5% of ...

For pet parents, few things are more alarming than noticing blood in your dog’s stool. Whether it’s a little or a lot, a dog ...

(CNN) — Bloody diarrhea, jaundice, acute hepatitis and respiratory infections. These are just some of the diseases spreading in the Gaza Strip, where the World Health Organization (WHO) says the ...