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stomach,intestine & Digestive disease : Health & Medical
Left Upper Stomach Pain
Stomach pain, or the more precise medical term, abdominal pain, can be caused by many different illnesses and medical conditions. Some nonspecific complaints, such as indigestion, may not appear in a specific location of the abdomen, while other more severe conditions are confined to one of the "cor
Hiatal Hernia Screening Quiz
A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach pushes through an opening in the diaphragm, and up into the chest. This opening is called the esophageal hiatus or diaphragmatic hiatus. Do you think you suffer from a hiatal hernia? Take this hiatal hernia screening quiz, and then discuss th
11 Resources for Heartburn Control
Resources to help heartburn sufferers gain control over their heartburn.
Diet For Severe Gerd - What Are Good Foods to Eat With Acid Reflux?
A proper diet for severe gerd should obviously be designed to reduce the amount of acid built up in our stomachs. The basic definition of gerd is that acid rises up from your stomach into the esophagus. Unlike the stomach your esophagus does not have an appropriate lining to be able to withstand the
Bile Reflux or Acid Reflux?
Although carbonated beverages cause acid reflux, this isn't the only problem that some acid reflux sufferers are faced with.Bile reflux is another uncomfortable backflow of fluid that often accompanies acid reflux.However, instead of thrusting stomach acid back into the esophagus as is the case
Alternative Medicine for GERD & Hiatal Hernia
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a common condition that results from stomach acid making its way into the esophagus because of a weakness in the valve meant to keep stomach contents in the stomach. GERD is often, but not always, associated with hiatal hernia. If you have a weakness or t
Fecal Calprotectin for Differentiating Between IBS and IBD
How does an understanding of fecal calprotectin levels help clinicians to differentiate between IBS and IBD in their patients?
Curing Heartburn - The Natural Way
This article gives you practical steps that you can take right away to start curing heartburn problems both now and in the future. You will learn some of the major causes of heartburn and some of the most important steps that you can take to put an end to your heartburn problems.
Serrated Lesions in Colorectal Cancer Screening
Serrated lesions pose multiple challenges in clinical practice, particularly with regard to detection. What should clinicians be aware of in terms of screening and also resection and surveillance?
Natural Remedy for Gas in the Stomach
If you're struggling with troubling abdominal gas, consider trying some natural remedies to help ease and prevent your discomfort. In addition, you might find relief from aromatherapy. Several essential oils and herbs have been used for centuries to aid in natural healing. Lifestyle and dietary chan
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis is an allergic inflammatory condition of the esophagus which causes excess eosinophils- also known as white blood cells. It can be caused by frequent acid reflux, allergies, radiation, medications that can get stuck in the esophagus, bacteria, fungi, and viruses such as cand
Extrahepatic Manifestations of Hepatitis C
Clinicians should have a high index of suspicion and knowledge of the extrahepatic manifestations of HCV to not only treat them but also initiate therapies for the underlying HCV.
Risk of Upper GI Bleeding From Different Drug Combinations
Could the use of multiple drugs concurrently be a risk factor for upper GI bleeding, and how can clinicians help tailor therapy to prevent it, especially in elderly patients?
Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST)
An aspartate aminotransferase (AST) test measures the amount of this enzyme in the blood. AST is normally found in red blood cells, the liver, heart, pancreas, kidneys, and muscle tissue.
How to Treat Acid Reflux Symptoms?
Some of you might have been experiencing heartburn, chest pain, painful swallowing, sore throat, bad breath, dental erosion, acid taste in the mouth, excessive saliva, burning sensation in the throat, then if you do have such these problems; it indicates that you are most likely to have acid reflux
9 Tips for Smooth Digestion
Want a "recipe" for smoother digestion? Try these nine tips. They'll help you prevent symptoms such as bloating, belching, or burning.
Pregnancy: Abdominal Pain When Lying on the Side
Many women find pregnancy a time of immense joy, filled with new surprises of a mother's expanding role. Along with this joy, however, pregnancy can be time of discomfort, particularly in the beginning and the end of the pregnancy. A chief complaint among pregnant women is abdominal pain, which can
Ascites in Cirrhosis With Severe Portal Hypertension
How common is it for patients with cirrhosis to develop ascites, and how can certain drugs help to prevent them?
Barium Enema
A barium enema, or lower gastrointestinal (GI) examination, is an X-ray examination of the large intestine (colon and rectum). The test is used to help diagnose diseases and other problems that affect the large intestine.
Learning About the GERD Elimination Diet
GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is also commonly referred to as acid reflux. Reflux occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (or LES, the valve between the esophagus and the stomach) either doesn't close completely or opens spontaneously. When this happens, stomach acids and even food ca