Congenital conditions and diseases are present before or at the time of the birth. About 3% to 4% of babies in the U.S. are born with a congenital condition that can affect their physical appearance, ...

Sometimes this can lead to constipation. Toxic megacolon: This is a condition associated with ulcerative colitis that causes pain and a lack of bowel sounds. It is an emergency and needs to be treated ...

What are congenital liver defects? Congenital liver defects are liver disorders that are present at birth. They are rare. These liver disorders usually block the bile ducts. This affects the flow of ...

Although ulcerative colitis (UC) symptoms such as abdominal pain and diarrhea can make traveling more difficult, a little preparation can go a long way. While traveling, people with UC may worry ...

What are congenital hand differences? Congenital anomalies are hand or finger differences that are present at birth. Any type of difference in a newborn can become a challenge for the child as he or ...

Also, known as lazy colon or colon stasis, it may result in chronic constipation. When your intestines are backed up, as in ...

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