Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Since I have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), do I have a higher chance of getting colon cancer?
Category : stomach,intestine & Digestive disease : Health & Medical
Vitamin D and Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Does vitamin D have an effect on the pathogenesis of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease? This new article discusses.
How To Cure Your Heartburn And Acid Reflux At Home?
A home is not a mere shelter with four walls. If you peep into your kitchen, you'll find it a storehouse of medicines. After reading this article, you'll learn how to use them to cure your heartburn at home.
Do you have diabetes? Gastroparesis has been associated with diabetes
Gastroparesis, also called delayed gastric emptying, is a disorder in which the stomach takes too long to empty its contents. It often occurs in people with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes. This can lead to more pressure against the lower esophageal sphincter, forcing it to relax prematurely, whi
Alosetron for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Drug details for Alosetron for irritable bowel syndrome.
Tube Feeding Recommendations for Intubated Patients
As a result of disease, surgical procedures or aging, some people lose the ability to swallow foods and liquids well. In such instances, tube feeding may be the best option. However, tube feeding drastically changes how nutrients are delivered to the body, so certain recommendations should be follow
How to Kick Colitis With Herbs
It’s not fun to have a bout of colitis, where your colon becomes inflamed and you suffer from diarrhea or constipation and sometimes cramps. Food allergies, too much junk food and not enough fresh fruits and vegetables, too much meat and often stress can cause colitis. Because this is an infl
Hiccups-Topic Overview
What are hiccups?Hiccups occur when a spasm contracts the diaphragm, a large sheet of muscle that separates the chest cavity from the abdominal cavity. This spasm causes an intake of breath that is suddenly stopped by the closure of the vocal cords (glottis). This closure causes the characteristic &
Helpful Advice That Will Prevent Heartburn - Learn How to Stop the Pain Fast
Are you suffering from acid reflux on a regular basis? Is it causing you much discomfort and pain? Well if so then you need to keep reading. There are certain things that you can start doing now that will help you. All you will need to do is start following a few easy tips.
What Is Late Metabolic Acidosis in a Newborn?
Late metabolic acidosis is a condition affecting infants, in which the acid to alkaline ratio of the blood is not balanced. This pH balance disorder is most common in premature infants and is characterized by slowed growth and development.
Top 10 GERD Guidelines
Dr. David Johnson presents his top 10 out of the new guidelines for diagnosing and managing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) from the American College of Gastroenterology.
Heartburn Essentials
There are a few things heartburn sufferers need to know. You may also have questions about chronic heartburn or any of the conditions associated with it, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The best place to start your search is with these heartburn essentials.
Portal Vein Obstruction: Epidemiology, Prognosis, Treatment
How common are portal vein obstructions, how do they develop, and how are they best treated?
Are We on the Verge of Gene-Based Personalized Treatment for Hepatitis C Virus Infection?
Dr. William Balistreri reviews exciting new evidence that is bringing us closer to more effective, tailored treatment for HCV infection.
Heartburn Foods to Avoid If You Want to Get Rid of That Heartburn Pain
Knowing which heartburn foods to avoid can go a long way towards getting that constant and painful burning sensation of heartburn. Discover what you should NOT be eating.
Anti Heartburn Foods
Generally speaking, delicious cuisines are so inviting. Many people are putting more and more food depots nowadays due to the increasing demand for a new taste and a new place where people can enjoy fantastic dining experiences. Most people love to taste and to eat recipes especially the one's
Evaluating Overweight and Obese Children for Suspected NAFLD
How at risk are obese and overweight children for NAFLD, and following referral from primary care providers to pediatric gastroenterologists how should they be evaluated.
Ten-Day Sequential Treatment for H. pylori Eradication
Cure rates of Helicobacter pylori infection with standard triple therapy are disappointingly low. A very effective, new sequential treatment schedule has recently been described. Its results are confirmed in this study.
Colon Cleansing for Colonoscopy: New Guidelines
With products coming and going, what is the best preparation for bowel cleansing before colonoscopy?
Acid Reflux Causes And Consequences
Cottage cheese, sour cream and ice cream are dairy foods that you really need to avoid if you want to control your acid reflux. Acid reflux can be a serious condition if you do nothing about it. Many people underestimate the dangers of acid reflux disease if not treated appropriately causing serious