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stomach,intestine & Digestive disease : Health & Medical
Determinants of Female Sexual Function in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Sexual function is impaired in women with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) as compared to normal controls. We examined disease specific determinants of different aspects of low sexual function.
How to Get Rid of the Sewer Gas Smell in a Bathroom Sink
A sewer gas smell in the bathroom sink makes everything in the room smell bad. The odor can even permeate your bath towels, shower curtains and window treatments. A sewer gas smell coming from your sink might make you sick when you inhale the fumes, so you will need to learn how to get rid of it to
New IBS Drug Linzess Approved
The FDA today approved Linzess, a new kind of drug that relieves constipation and pain for some adults with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Predicting Complicated Crohn's Disease and Surgery
How can clinicians best predict the extent of disease in Crohn's patients, and is there a way to tell who will need and most benefit from surgery?
Were you diagnosed with a peptic ulcer, this is what you should know
There are many things you should know about peptic ulcers. This includes the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Eosinophilic Esophagitis: New Guidelines
From diagnosis to management, these new guidelines are the first from the American College of Gastroenterology to summarize the evidence-based recommendations for eosinophilic esophagitis.
Alcohol and Gut Microbiota
What does the latest research tell us about the pathogenesis of alcoholic liver disease, and how gut microbiota modulation could possibly be a target for the treatment of alcoholic liver disease?
Management of Patients With Chronic HCV Infection and Normal ALT
The authors evaluate published literature and clinical data relating to the definition, natural history, and monitoring of patients with chronic HCV infection and normal ALT.
The Evaluation and Treatment of Hemorrhoids
What is the best way for clinicians to diagnose and treat hemorrhoids? Information presented here will aid in the assessment and definitive care of these patients, including medical and nonsurgical approaches.
How To Prevent Acid Reflux From Occurring
A heartburn also known as acid reflux is a disease that is common to everyone. Acid reflux happens when the food that you eat comes back upward to your throat and has an acidic taste. The reason for which is because the stomach is not relaxed and produces too much acid.
Serrated Polyps: Critical Precursors to Colorectal Cancer
Serrated polyps can be hard to detect, even in a colonoscopy. How can gastroenterologists find them more easily?
Rational Helicobacter pylori Therapy
What is the current recommended regimen for the treatment of H. pylori disease?
Changing Practices Regarding Aspirin, NSAIDs,COX-2s
This survey identified several areas of ongoing confusion regarding aspirin, NSAIDs, COX-2 selective NSAIDs, and gastro-protective agents.
Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use for GI Conditions
Are complementary and alternative therapies for gastrointestinal conditions gaining in popularity among Americans? This new article takes a look at recent data.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Medicine
Irritable bowel syndrome causes digestive problems, including abdominal pain, bloating, gas and constipation alternating with severe diarrhea. According to the Mayo Clinic, irritable bowel syndrome affects more women than men and usually begins during the early adult years. Medicines are primarily
Lymphocytic Esophagitis: Don’t Miss This
First eosinophilic esophagitis and now lymphocytic esophagitis -- Dr. David Johnson discusses how to recognize its characteristics and differentiate it from other esophageal diseases.
Barrett's Esophagus FAQ
Have you been diagnosed with Barrett's esophagus? Are you just wondering about it? Here are the most common questions about Barrett's esophagus
Remedies For Instant Heartburn Relief
Heartburn pain and discomfort can sometimes be overwhelming, preventing you from functioning normally. You get to the point where you need instant heartburn relief. While antacids and other medications may bring temporary relief, there are many natural remedies that are effective...
Crohn's Disease: Problems Outside the Digestive Tract-References
A list of resources for information on Crohn's Disease: Problems Outside the Digestive Tract.
How to Eat Any Fruit Without Having Digestive Problems Such As GERD, Acid Reflux Or Heartburn
Fruits are one of nature's most precious food in existence. A majority of people, especially those who believe in good nutrition, know the importance of having fruits on a regular basis. There are even therapies prescribed that focus on one or a combination of fruits (e.g. lemon; apple and bana