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More women have these 5 digestive problems

Ladies, watch out for these stomach, intestinal and gallbladder issues.


LearnDigestive healthAbdominal painMore women have these 5 digestive problems
Constipation
Celiac disease
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gastroparesis
Gallstones
What to do

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This might be news to guys—and even some women—but females are more prone to certain gastrointestinal (GI) conditions than men. Fluctuating hormones and female anatomy are two big culprits.

If you have digestive issues more often than you like, here are some of the usual suspects. Read on to learn more, and contact your healthcare provider (HCP) with any specific concerns; she can tell you more about what to do.

Written by Patrick Sullivan.
Medically reviewed by Megan Burke, MD.August, 2026
Updated onSeptember, 2026
Written by Patrick Sullivan.
Medically reviewed by Megan Burke, MD.August, 2026
Updated onSeptember, 2026
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