26 Dec, 2024
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Why Not Being Able To Fart Could Be A Serious Warning Sign – Health Digest

Dr. Ganjhu explained that our lower gastrointestinal tract contains two sets of muscles known as the internal and external sphincters (via Self). While the internal sphincter functions autonomically, the external sphincter is a voluntary muscle, which is why we can clench up our rear end when trying to conceal a fart. When a fart is […]

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Why It Might Be A Warning Sign When Your Poop Won’t Flush – Health Digest

In some cases, stool that refuses to spiral down the drain may point to a malabsorption problem. “Though occasional abnormal stools can occur, if bowel movements frequently resist a flush we have to consider causes of intestinal malabsorption that may lead to excess fat in the stool,” Dr. William Palmer, associate professor of gastroenterology and […]

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Death Warning Signs You Might Notice 40 Days Before – Health Digest

Healthcare professionals in palliative care say the earlier signs point to the idea that the person begins to cut off from the outside world. They lose interest in social activities and prefer to be alone. They also might seem depressed, feeling less interested in living. Someone who is in the early stages of dying might […]

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Warning Signs Your Headache Is Actually A Brain Tumor – Health Digest

Although some of these might overlap with a hangover or stress headache, there are a few tell-tale signs your headache is more serious than you think. Is your headache worse when you lie down or when you wake up in the morning? Is it unrelenting and does it keep coming back stronger? Does it hurt […]

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Warning Signs In Your Baby’s Poop You Shouldn’t Ignore – Health Digest

Keeping your baby hydrated is vital to preventing constipation, a common concern in infants (per the AAP). If you notice hard, dry stools or signs of discomfort during bowel movements, make sure your baby is getting enough fluids. If your baby is six months of age or older, you can offer them water or diluted fruit […]