H. pylori and IBS: Is There a Link?
...is no evidence that H. pylori can lead to the development of IBS. H. pylori may cause similar symptoms, such as bloating and abdominal pain, that some people may confuse...
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What is Preparing for a Colonoscopy?
...a colonoscopy is to investigate symptoms that may be coming from the colon and colorectal area, such as: Abdominal pain Constipation Passing blood with bowel movements. Persistent diarrhoea During a...
What is Acute Gastritis?
...or even vomiting. In some cases, however, there may only be mild symptoms or even no symptoms at all. Food intake can sometimes reduce or increase abdominal discomfort.[2],[3],[5],[7],[8],[9] Symptoms of...
What is Pharyngostomy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...is called percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, which inserts a tube directly into the abdominal wall. When these methods are not applicable for any reason or due to patient preference, pharyngostomy is...
What is Suture: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...an abdominal incision, or a median sternotomy. The proper use of surgical sutures effectively: Repairs skin tissue Facilitates proper skin healing Minimises bleeding Minimises bacterial contamination Helps achieve skin hemostasis...
What is Acute Pharyngitis?
...and abdominal pain, especially in children. White or grey patches visible on the back of the throat. Swollen, sore glands in the neck (lymph nodes). A widespread red rash. If...
What is Incision and Drainage of Hematoma, Seroma, or Fluid Collection: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...Yamakado K, Takaki H, Nakatsuka A, et al. Percutaneous transhepatic drainage of inaccessible abdominal abscesses following abdominal surgery under real-time CT-fluoroscopic guidance. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2010 Feb. 33(1):161-3. /trp_language] Question:...
What is Pancreatectomy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...and digestive systems. This organ is located in the abdominal cavity, right behind the stomach, and is responsible for the production of a number of hormones that are important to...
Yellow C. diff Diarrhea: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
...there are many other common signs of the condition. You might have digestive symptoms, signs of dehydration, or other symptoms such as: abdominal pain nausea vomiting dry mouth less urination...
What is Bacterial Meningitis?
...bright light Muscle pain or joint pain Abdominal pain or diarrhea Irritability Seizures Cranial nerve problems, such as nonreactive pupils Shock, the symptoms of which include low blood pressure, rapid...