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Incision of External Hemorrhoids-Credits
A list of contributors to the topic on Incision of External Hemorrhoids.
Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis
Important It is possible that the main title of the report Gastroenteritis, Eosinophilic is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. ...
Gastroenterology - Saving Your Stomach
When stomach issues abound you probably have already seen your doctor. But if the problems persist you might want to see a specialist in the field of gastroenterology.
Managing Diverticulosis and Diverticular Disease
How could a better understanding of the pathophysiology of diverticulosis and diverticular disease lead to more improved methods of both diagnosis and treatment?
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Here are 10 important questions from the experts at WebMD to ask your doctor about inflammatory bowel disease.
15 Symptoms of Laryngopharyngeal Reflux
Do you sometimes have a burning sensation in your throat but no heartburn? It could be Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR).
Polycythemia Vera
Important It is possible that the main title of the report Polycythemia Vera is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. ...
Diagnosis and Management of Small Bowel Disorders
Is single-balloon enteroscopy a safe and effective way to both diagnose and manage small bowel disorders?
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
Foods That Cause Heartburn and Acid Reflux
Acidic reflux can be traced to the foods that cause heartburn and are best avoided to cure the irritating problem faced by one in three Americans. Although the foods are not a one-size-fits-all that causes heartburn, there are some foods that are responsible for heartburn in most people.
Eosinophilic Gastritis in Children
What is the best treatment currently recommended for eosinophilic gastritis in children?
Diverticular Disease: Presentation and Management
Does this new study add anything to our understanding of the pathophysiology and treatment strategies for diverticular disease?
Helping Others Learn About Digestive Disorders
Those of us who were diagnosed with a digestive disorder five or more years ago may have a lot of insight that we could share with someone who has been diagnosed recently.
What Are the Dangers of Accidentally Burning Styrofoam?
Burning Styrofoam, or polystyrene, is the least appropriate way to get rid of it for both people and the environment. Research has shown that when Styrofoam is burned it releases toxic chemicals and smoke that can damage the nervous system and lungs. These chemicals need to be ingested in large amou
Liver Disease in Pregnancy
Liver disease in pregnancy can be a management challenge for obstetric and gastroenterology providers.
Treatment of HCV Infection -- What Is on the Horizon?
Heiner Wedemeyer, MD, and Michael P. Manns, MD, report on the latest treatments for HCV infection, based on proceedings from the 2004 EASL conference.
Get Help for Your Hemorrhoids
It's a problem lots of people deal with but no one talks about. How do you cope with hemorrhoids? Or, even better, how can you avoid getting them in the first place?
What Diets Are Suitable for Gerd Patients
The article features a couple of foods that a GERD patient is best off avoiding. It also recommends certain foods that are known to lessen the effects of the disease.
Recent Insights into the Pathogenesis of Colorectal Cancer
Recent studies have elucidated novel mechanisms involved in the development of colorectal cancer. This article highlights some of the key findings.
Menstruation & Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Menstruation can definitely have an effect on irritable bowel syndrome. IBS by itself can be uncomfortable and painful enough, but the change in hormone levels during a woman's period can worsen symptoms. Fortunately, there are some ways that women with IBS can manage the severity of the symptoms th