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stomach,intestine & Digestive disease : Health & Medical
Post-ERCP Pancreatitis: Review of Preventive Strategies
Are there specific drugs that can help to prevent post-ERCP pancreatitis? This new study explores the therapeutic options available to clinicians.
Belching Symptoms
Belching is a common occurance that can be the result of fizzy drinks, swallowing air and consuming large quantities of food. While occasional belching is harmless, excessive belching can be the sign of a medical condition, usually a digestive disorder, that can be treated by avoiding certain foods
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome (ZES) is a rare disorder that causes one or more tumors to form in the pancreas or the upper part of the small intestine called the duodenum. It can also cause ulcers to develop in the stomach and the duodenum. Discussed are the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, complications,
Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
An upper gastrointestinal (UGI) endoscopy is a procedure that allows your doctor to look at the interior lining of your esophagus, your stomach, and the first part of your small intestine (duodenum) through a thin, flexible viewing instrument called an en
Heartburn - Cure For Heartburn
Heartburn can be quite irritating at times. It usually occurs after we eat certain foods that do not agree with us such as spicy foods. However there is a cure for this digestive problem that will put an end to the discomfort of heartburn for once and for all!
Risk Factors for Barrett Esophagus
Are African Americans more likely to develop Barrett esophagus than non-Hispanic Whites and, if so, what are the reasons?
Learn What Causes Heartburn and 7 Heartburn Cures
Approximately 20 million people in the United States suffer from symptoms of heartburn. Learn in this article some of what causes heartburn and 7 heartburn cures you can ignite this very moment in your own life.
Adults With Celiac Disease May Be at Risk of Atherosclerosis
What is the reason why some patients with celiac disease could be at an increased risk for atherosclerosis? This new study explains.
Natural Treatments For Acid Reflux
Acid Reflux is a common and troublesome gastro-intestinal complaint. It can be easily treated with various natural remedies, focusing on making the body more alkaline, rather than acidic.
Zelnorm Approved for Chronic Constipation
The FDA has approved a new use for the drug Zelnorm in treating chronic constipation in men and women under the age of 65.
Stomach Pain Treatment
Fearing ulcers, people often will visit their doctor when experiencing stomach pain. Chances are, though, the pain is not ulcer-related. These non-ulcer pains can be chronic and affect the gastrointestinal system, including the esophagus and small intestine. Symptoms include bloating, nausea and bel
HBV: React Before the Virus Does
This once-fatal condition can now be easily prevented, but to screen patients appropriately requires a level of awareness that is lacking at present.
Maintaining Remission in Patients With Ulcerative Colitis
Are certain drugs more likely to bring about a remission in ulcerative colitis than others? This new study takes a look at 5-ASA as a treatment option.
Treatment of Chronic HCV Infection With Telaprevir
How do fixed-length and response-guided treatment regimens compare as treatment options for HCV-genotype-1 in both treatment-naive and -experienced patients?
Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Cardiac Patients
As more older patients seek treatment for cardiovascular disease, how likely are they to develop gastrointestinal bleeding, and how can they be most effectively managed?
Can Peanuts Cause Acid Reflux Problems?
It is quite possible for someone suffering from acid reflux to do all of the right things only to find their symptoms are not getting any better, or that they may even be getting worse. This usually means that there is something else going on, and that someone has to look deeper into their diet to s
Pork Tenderloin with Herb Sauce
Some individuals can't eat fatty foods, because it triggers their heartburn. Eating low-fat meals can help stave off the burn. This recipe combines low-fat pork tenderloin with a creamy sauce that is made from low-fat ingredients -- all combined to make a heartburn-friendly meal.
Skin Patch May Stop Montezuma’s Revenge
Researchers have developed a skin patch that prevents the curse of many trips abroad: travelers’ diarrhea.
Weighing in on Obesity -- A Sample Size Issue?
Who should take responsibility for maintaining a healthy weight? What is the role that educational and regulatory measures might have in halting this growing problem?