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Helicobacter pylori cause one of the most common chronic infections in humans, affecting about 31% of Singaporeans. This article will…

An endoscopy is a minimally invasive medical procedure, performed by specially trained doctors, to examine the insides and linings of…

What is Appendicitis? Acute appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix. The appendix is a small pouch that extends from…

What are enteric viruses? Enteric viruses are viruses that enter via the intestinal tract and are usually spread by contaminated…

Primary biliary cholangitis, previously known as primary biliary cirrhosis, is a chronic autoimmune disease where the bile duct of the…

Do you feel abdominal cramps or bloating after drinking milk? Does splurging on delectable gourmet cheese make you rush to…

It is Liver Cancer Awareness Month this October and we would like to bring your attention to this cancer that…

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder characterised by recurrent abdominal discomfort, pain during defecation, or a change…

Hepatitis C is yet another infection that affects the liver. It is estimated that hepatitis C (HCV) affects 2.5% of…

Hepatitis B is a liver condition that is widely prevalent in Asian countries. This wide prevalence can be attributed to…