Digestive System

• Abdominal Migraine

  An abdominal migraine is severe belly pain that comes on suddenly and happens in the middle of the belly. Learn the symptoms, causes, and treatment.

• Antegrade Continence Enema (ACE)

  An antegrade continence enema, or ACE, is a different way to give an enema. Enemas can help someone poop if they become constipated or have another problem moving their bowels.

• Appendectomy

  Learn the basics of an appendectomy so you know what to expect if your child has this surgery.

• Biliary Atresia

  Biliary atresia is when a newborn has blocked bile ducts in the liver. If a baby’s jaundice doesn’t improve by 2 weeks of age, doctors might suspect the condition.

• Celiac Disease

  With celiac disease, eating a protein called gluten damages the small intestine. Learn how a gluten-free diet can help.

• Chylous Ascites

  Chylous ascites is when chyle collects in the belly. Depending on what’s causing it, doctors can treat chylous ascites and often cure it.

• Chyluria

  Chyluria is when there is chyle in the pee. Depending on what’s causing it, chyluria can be treated and often can be cured.

• Constipation

  Constipation is common in kids and often happens when they don’t drink enough fluids or eat enough fiber. Simple changes can help.

• Crohn’s Disease

  Crohn’s disease is a chronic condition that causes parts of the bowel to get red and swollen. The goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms, prevent other problems, and avoid flare-ups.

• Diarrhea

  Most kids battle diarrhea from time to time, so it’s important to know what to do to relieve and prevent it.