Digestive System And Liver Ailments

Despite significant advances in Medical Science, man today suffers from several diseases, majority of them being caused by liver and abdominal disorders. Abdominal problems like heartburn, gas formation, constipation and loose bowels are commonly found in people of all ages. Similarly, liver diseases like jaundice, hepatitis etc. herald a panic reaction. These ailments are often associated with poor personal hygiene, unhealthy environment and impure water supply. Moreover, there are a lot of misconceptions about the use of alcohol and also the role of diet vis-à-vis liver derangement. Thus, it can be derived that a proper understanding of certain common disorders of the abdomen and the liver, and awareness of precautionary measures would considerably help reduce the diseases and their consequences. The present book aims at providing extensive information on causes, symptoms and treatment of various disorders related to liver and abdomen, like Cirrhosis, Gall Bladder Stones, Dyspepsia, Gas Formation, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Amoebiasis, Piles, Heartburn, Gastrointestinal problems and many other diseases. It particularly focuses on the maintenance of a healthy liver in all age groups. The information has been provided in a simple and concise manner so as to make the book easily accessible to the average readers. Needless to mention, the book will prove immensely valuable to the students of Medicine—be it Allopathy, Homeopathy or Ayurvedic—in addition to the general readers.