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Steroids vs Dietary Therapy to Treat Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Are steroids more effective than dietary therapy in the treatment of eosinophilic esophagitis? This new study investigates.
Discover the Real Heartburn Cause
If you know where something is coming from it is often easier to know how to get rid of it. The same is true of heartburn. If you know what causes your heartburn you can be free from it.
Rethinking Surveillance of Barrett Esophagus
Dr. David Johnson comments on the practice of routine endoscopic surveillance after a study reports that the risk of Barrett esophagus progressing to esophageal cancer is lower than previously thought.
Getting The Skinny on Acid Reflux
Acid reflux. I doubt that there's a soul out there that hasn't heard of this disease. Just about everyone knows someone that has suffered from acid reflux, otherwise known as Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It sometimes appear as though everyone has experienced it themselves.
Relief for Tummy Nausea
Tummy nausea can be caused by foods that don't agree with you, overeating or a number of other reasons. The good news is, relief is at hand.
How to Fix Hoarseness in the Vocal Cords
Hoarseness, despite its cause, has many treatments. You must first determine how much it affects your life, before going to have it treated. If it is constant and interferes with other things, you should definitely be seen by a doctor or an otolaryngologist. An otolaryngologist is a voice specialis
Natural Remedies For Acid Reflux - How to Get Rid of it For Good
If you are suffering from regular heartburn then maybe it's time you learn a few natural cures for acid reflux. Heartburn or acid reflux can attack anyone with unhealthy eating habits. Normally a person would feel burning in the throat and a sour stomach right after a large meal.
Proper Placement of Anti-Nausea Wristbands
Anti-nausea wristbands use acupressure on the inside of the wrist to keep pressure on a specific point in order to quell nausea. They are useful for patients who do not wish to take anti-nausea medication, such as children and women with morning sickness caused by pregnancy. The correct placement of
Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Rare Complications-Topic Overview
Rare complications of inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease) include: Problems with blood vessels,such as blood clots (thromboemboli) or inflammation of an artery. These problems are rare but can cause serious complications or even death. Scarring of the pancreas. Inf
Split-Dosed MiraLAX/Gatorade for Bowel Preparation
MiraLAX/Gatorade is an effective and tolerable bowel preparation agent for low-risk colonoscopy patients.
Optimizing Colorectal Cancer Screening Acceptance
What is the best way to increase the acceptance of colorectal cancer screening? This study looks at strategies to educate both patients and providers.
Cytomegalovirus and Inflammatory Bowel Disease
How common is cytomegalovirus in patients with IBD, how does it develop, and how is it best treated?
Health-Related QOL During Natalizumab Maintenance Therapy - Crohn's
What are the effects of treatment on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) during a randomized controlled trial of natalizumab maintenance therapy (ENACT-2)?
Ulcerative Colitis Treatments
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of ulcerative colitis treatments including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
10 Easy Effective Tips for GERD (or Heartburn) Relief
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is defined as the reflux of the gastroduodenal contents into the esophagus, larynx or lungs with or without resultant oesophageal inflammation. In other words, the stomach acid and/or bile flows, in the reverse direction, into the esophagus causing heartburn. I
What Is the Substance In Our Stomachs That Causes Indigestion?
The burning sensation of indigestion is caused by the acids and enzymes produced by the stomach after we eat a meal. Gastric acid is primarily the chemical compounds hydrochloric acid, potassium, and sodium chloride and is used by the body to begin the process of digestion.
Role of PPIs in Suspected Silent GERD
A common concern focuses on the potential complications of silent GERD. What does the research say about the treatment of patients? David A. Johnson, MD, discusses the evidence in this video blog.
Acid Reducing Foods
Although highly acidic foods are flavorful, they cause an overproduction of stomach acid that can lead to discomfort. Alkaline foods leave alkaline ash in the body after the food has been consumed and stabilize your pH level. Highly acidic foods leave acidic ash in your body and cause health problem
TIPS Placement for Refractory Ascites
Is TIPS a cost-effective, safe, and useful procedure for patients with refractory ascites?