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Symptoms Overview Articles

Meckel's diverticulum
Passing of blood in the stool; Abdominal discomfort or pain ranging from mild to severe.
Source:ADAM
Date:November 13, 2006
Meckel's Diverticulum
Meckel's diverticulum is a congenital pouch (diverticulum) approximately two inches in length and located at the lower (distal) end of the small intestine. It was named for Johann F. Meckel, a German anatomist who first described the structure.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Meckel's diverticulum
Meckel's diverticulum is a congenital pouch (diverticulum) approximately two inches in length and located at the lower (distal) end of the small intestine. It was named for Johann F. Meckel, a German anatomist who first described the structure.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders Part I
Meckel's Diverticulum
Meckel's diverticulum is a congenital pouch (diverticulum) approximately two inches in length and located at the lower (distal) end of the small intestine. It was named for Johann F. Meckel, a German anatomist who first described the structure.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders Part II

Specific Symptom Articles

Abdominal distress
Abdominal distress is any pain or discomfort in the abdomen. The abdomen is the part of the body between the chest and groin. It is often referred to as the stomach region or belly. See also: Abdominal bloating; Abdominal pain; Gas.
Source:ADAM
Date:April 25, 2008
Abdominal pain
Abdominal pain is pain that you feel anywhere between your chest and groin. This is often referred to as the stomach region or belly.
Source:ADAM
Date:April 25, 2008
Understanding New and Severe Abdominal Pain
New and severe abdominal pain always needs to be closely evaluated by a doctor. It is frequently a sign of serious illness.
Source:StayWell
Recurring Abdominal Pain
Repeated episodes of abdominal pain can arise from a variety of medical causes, including some serious conditions. Everyone who has unexplained abdominal pain requires a medical evaluation by a doctor.
Source:StayWell
Abdominal Pain in Children
Most of the time, children with mild abdominal pain are not seriously ill; the symptoms go away in a day or two and can be managed at home. However, if your child has severe abdominal pain or has a bellyache along with frequent vomiting, you should contact your child's pediatrician.
Source:StayWell
Abdominal Pain in Children
Abdominal pain is very common in children, and in many cases there’s no serious cause. But stomach pain can sometimes point to a serious problem, such as appendicitis, so it is important to know when to seek help.
Source:StayWell
Bloody or tarry stools
Bloody stools often indicate an injury or disorder in the digestive tract. Your doctor may use the term "melena" to describe black, tarry, and foul-smelling stools or "hematochezia" to describe red- or maroon-colored stools.
Source:ADAM
Date:July 25, 2007
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