Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Intestinal metaplasia is a condition involving cell changes in the upper digestive tract lining.Helicobacter pylori infection is the greatest risk factor for ...

Stomach ulcers, or peptic ulcers, are sores in the lining of the stomach or the top part of the small intestine. Stomach ulcer pain often occurs in the upper part of the abdomen. Doctors classify the ...

Ever felt that burning sensation after a spicy meal or stressed-out workday? Your stomach lining might be waving a tiny white flag of surrender. But before you reach for another antacid, what if the ...

A diet rich in the amino acid cysteine may have rejuvenating effects in the small intestine, according to a new study from MIT. This amino acid, the researchers discovered, can turn on an immune ...

CAMBRIDGE, MA -- A diet rich in the amino acid cysteine may have rejuvenating effects in the small intestine, according to a new study from MIT. This amino acid, the researchers discovered, can turn ...