Find information and resources about digestive system structure and function and disorders and diseases affecting the system. For specific topics see:
Digestive Diseases and Disorders
National Digestive Diseases Information ClearinghouseDHHS. NIH. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.
Resources include:
Pathophysiology of the Digestive SystemColorado State University. Department of Biomedical Sciences.
Your Digestive System and How It WorksDHHS. NIH. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.
Also in Spanish.
Slide Show: See How Your Digestive System WorksMayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. MayoClinic.com.
Gas, Heartburn, and IndigestionDHHS. NIH. NIDDK. National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse.
Digestive Health - Patient InformationAmerican College of Gastroenterology.
Includes a "Patient Web Book" and resources in Spanish.
Digestive DiseasesJackson Gastroenterology.
Patient education resources on gastrointestinal disorders. Includes interactive features by symptom and anatomy.
MedlinePlus IndigestionDHHS. NIH. National Library of Medicine.
Learn about the triggers of this common problem, how to relieve its symptoms and when to get medical help.