A large international study reveals that the loss of beneficial gut bacteria may trigger inflammatory bowel disease, offering ...

Crohn’s disease is a poorly understood autoimmune reaction that causes inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Here's ...

The large intestine—which includes the cecum, colon, rectum, and anus—is a key part of the digestive system. It's a long, thin organ at the end of your digestive tract where your body produces and ...