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Women's colonic digestive health.

Ann Morris DiPalma1, Jack A DiPalma

  • 1Division of Gastroenterology, University of South Alabama, Knollwood Physicians Group Building, 3301 Knollwood Drive, Mobile, AL 36693, USA.

Gastroenterology Nursing : the Official Journal of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates
|February 21, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Common digestive issues like irritable bowel syndrome and constipation affect many women. This review covers management of these and other gastrointestinal problems, including colon cancer screening.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Women's Health

Background:

  • Digestive problems are prevalent and can be debilitating for women.
  • Specific conditions include irritable bowel syndrome (20% prevalence) and constipation (20% prevalence).
  • Colon cancer screening is crucial for all American women as it is the second leading cause of cancer death.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the management of common digestive disorders in women.
  • To discuss lower gastrointestinal symptoms linked to menses and hysterectomy.
  • To cover the management of fecal incontinence and rectal bleeding.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current management strategies.
  • Synthesis of evidence regarding gastrointestinal disorders in women.
  • Focus on conditions prevalent in the female population.

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Main Results:

  • Irritable bowel syndrome and constipation are common, affecting 20% of women each.
  • Colon cancer screening is a critical component of women's health.
  • Various lower GI symptoms require specific management approaches.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management strategies exist for common female gastrointestinal issues.
  • Addressing symptoms related to menses, hysterectomy, incontinence, and bleeding is essential.
  • Comprehensive care for women's digestive health is paramount.