Digestive System Articles A-Z

Symptoms of Pancreatitis

Upper abdominal pain is a common early symptom of pancreatitis. This eMedTV segment explains how symptoms of this condition vary depending on which type of pancreatitis (acute or chronic) a person has.

Symptons of Appendicitis

Common symptoms of appendicitis include abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and vomiting. This eMedTV resource provides a brief overview of appendicitis symptoms. Symptons of appendicitis is a common misspelling of symptoms of appendicitis.

TC

Uno de los estudios que puede utilizar el médico para obtener más información acerca de su hígado es una prueba llamada TC, que significa "tomografía computarizada."

Tegaserod

Tegaserod is used to treat chronic idiopathic constipation and irritable bowel syndrome with constipation. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed overview of the prescription drug, noting in particular its effects, strengths, and dosing guidelines.

Tegaserod Dosing

Tegaserod dosing for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation usually starts at 6 mg twice daily. This eMedTV segment also offers dosing recommendations for treating IBS with constipation in women and provides tips for taking the medicine.

Tegaserod Maleate

Tests for Hepatitis C

This video outlines some of the tests that may be recommended when looking for hepatitis C.

The Day of Liver Donation Surgery

This eMedTV article discusses the initial steps that will be taken on the day of liver donation surgery. A description of where various IVs will be inserted and an explanation of the purpose of EKG patches and IVs is also provided.

The Day of Your EGD

On the day of your EGD, you will be given an IV, and EKG patches will be applied to your skin. This eMedTV segment lists these and other steps that will be taken prior to the procedure and describes what you will see in the procedure room.

The Digestive System

This video provides an overview of the digestive system, its parts, and their functions.

The Digestive System

This video explains how the digestive system works.

The Digestive System

This video clip gives an overview of the digestive system.

The First Few Weeks Following Liver Donation Surgery

This video explains what to expect the first few weeks after your transplant surgery.

The Informed Consent Process (Liver Donation)

You should understand what informed consent is when considering this procedure. This clip briefly explains it.

The Liver and Transplantation

This video describes the function of the liver and how the liver recovers after transplantation.

The Liver Donation Evaluation Process

This multimedia clip describes the evaluation process used in living donor liver transplant.

The Procedure Itself -- Colonoscopy

This multimedia clip describes in detail what takes place during a colonoscopy.

Tiempo en el Hospital

Tiempo en el Hospital

Transfusión de Sangre

Transfusión de Sangre

Traslado a la Sala de Operaciones

Cuando llegue el momento de la cirugía, será trasladado a la mesa de operaciones.

Treatment for Barrett's Esophagus

Treatment for Barrett's esophagus may include GERD medication, surveillance, and surgery. As this eMedTV page explains, Barrett's esophagus is usually incurable, so a vital part of treatment is to monitor the condition and check for signs of cancer.

Treatment for Hemochromatosis

The initial treatment for hemochromatosis is called phlebotomy, which is taking blood. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses which doctors are involved with treating this condition and things to avoid during this time, such as alcohol.

Triamterene-HCTZ

Triamterene-HCTZ is typically used for the treatment of fluid retention and high blood pressure. This eMedTV segment offers a detailed look at the drug, including how it works, dosing information, and possible side effects.

Triamterene-HCTZ Dosing

This eMedTV page offers a detailed look at triamterene-HCTZ dosing guidelines. It gives typical dosages, explains why it's best to take two pills at the same time if that's what you've been prescribed, and offers tips for those taking the drug.

Types of Colon Polyps

Adenomas and hyperplastic polyps are some of the common types of colon polyps. This eMedTV Web page focuses on the most common colon polyps, adenomas. This article also talks about the sub-types of adenomas.

Ultrasonido

El ultrasonido es un examen indoloro que utiliza ondas sonoras para producir imágenes de las estructuras dentro del cuerpo, como los órganos y otros tejidos.

Ultrasound - Liver

This video clip describes the process of having an ultrasound done on your liver.

Ultrasound for Liver Donation

An ultrasound for the liver donation evaluation process is often used to determine if your liver is healthy. As this eMedTV article explains, the ultrasound uses sound waves to create images of your liver to check its healthiness and size.

Understanding Hepatitis

This multimedia segment explains what hepatitis is, how it is contracted, treatment, and more.

Understanding the Liver

Because the liver does so many important things for your body, you can't live without one. This video clip offers an overview of what your liver does.

Upper Endoscopy

An upper endoscopy is a procedure used to examine your esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. This eMedTV page explains how the procedure is carried out, the purpose of this examination, and potential complications a person may experience.

Upper Endoscopy (EGD)

This video clip explains what is involved with an EGD.

Upper Endoscopy -- The Procedure

This video clip explains what is involved with an EGD.

Upper Endoscopy Complications

Upper endoscopy complications may include nausea, vomiting, and allergic reaction. This part of the eMedTV archives discusses these complications and also describes the more severe complications (such as organ perforation and heart problems).

Upper Endoscopy Complications -- Major

This video describes some of the major complications that may occur.

Upper Endoscopy Complications -- Minor

This interactive video discusses possible minor complications with EGD.

Upper Endoscopy Recovery

During upper endoscopy recovery, you may have a sore throat and feel slightly bloated. As this eMedTV page explains, you may also have a little blood in your saliva, but this is all normal. This page discusses upper endoscopy recovery in detail.

Upper Endoscopy Risks -- Allergic Reaction To Medication

This video explains why allergic reactions to medicines occur and how likely they are.

Upper Endoscopy Risks -- Bleeding

This multimedia clip addresses bleeding, a complication that can occur with colonoscopy.

Upper Endoscopy Risks -- Heart and Lung Problems

This video clip discusses the risk of heart and lung problems occurring with this procedure.

Upper Endoscopy Risks -- Infection

This clip talks about the different types of infections that can develop after the procedure.

Upper Endoscopy Risks -- Perforation

This video explains what happens if you have a perforation tear during an upper endoscopy.

Upper Endoscopy Risks as a Diabetic

This video clip explains some of the health risks associated with diabetes.

Upper GI Endoscopy

Warning Signs of Liver Donation Surgery Complications

Long-lasting pain, vomiting, or nausea may be warning signs of liver donation surgery complications. This eMedTV resource provides a complete list of possible complications and explains the importance of alerting your doctor.

Warning Signs of Surgical Complications

Some people have a harder time getting back to normal after their surgery. In this video, you will learn some of the warning signs of surgical complications.

Warnings and Precautions With Tegaserod

Tegaserod may cause very severe diarrhea in some people. This eMedTV page also lists other warnings and precautions with tegaserod, such as potential drug interactions and conditions to tell your doctor about before taking it (such as renal failure).

What Are Alternatives to Liver Donation?

You may choose not to continue as a possible liver donor. This video clip explains what will happen if this decision is made.

What Are the Alternatives to Upper Endoscopy?

This multimedia clip discusses other alternatives to an EGD.

What Are the Expected Results as a Liver Donor?

Certain results can be expected following this procedure, which this interactive video explains.

What Are the Symptoms of Appendicitis?

What are the symptoms of appendicitis? As this eMedTV article explains, common symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. This page also explains how symptoms can differ among children, pregnant women, and the elderly.

What Are Your Alternatives to a Colonoscopy?

This multimedia clip discusses the various alternatives to colonoscopy that are available.

What Does My Liver Do?

Because the liver does so many important things for your body, you can't live without one. This video clip offers an overview of what your liver does.

What Happens During ERCP With Sphincterotomy?

This interactive video describes an ERCP with sphincterotomy.

What Happens During ERCP?

This multimedia clip explains in detail what happens during an ERCP.

What If You Don't Have a Colonoscopy?

This video discusses what to consider when deciding whether or not to have this procedure.

What If You Don't Have the ERCP Procedure?

This video explains what to expect if you choose not to have the ERCP procedure.

What If You Don't Have the ERCP With Sphincterotomy?

This video explains what to expect if you choose not to have the ERCP procedure.

What If You Don't Have the Upper Endoscopy?

This video discusses what to consider when deciding whether or not to have this procedure.

What Is a Bowel Prep?

This video clip explains what a bowel prep is and why it's needed before a colonoscopy.

What Is a Colonoscapy?

As this eMedTV Web page explains, a colonoscopy is a procedure used to examine the large intestine for such things as early signs of cancer in the colon and rectum. "What is a colonoscapy?" is a common misspelling and question related to this topic.

What Is a Fleets Phospho-Soda Bowel Prep?

This video clip explains what a bowel prep is and why it's needed before a colonoscopy.

What Is a Golytely Bowel Prep?

This video clip explains what a bowel prep is and why it's needed before a colonoscopy.

What Is a Liver Biopsy?

This multimedia segment explains in detail what a liver biopsy is and how it is performed.

What Is Appendicitis?

What is appendicitis? Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix. This eMedTV Web page offers basic information on the condition, including causes, symptoms, and treatment options (such as surgery).

What Is Balsalazide Used For?

This eMedTV article explains that the prescription drug balsalazide is used mainly to treat ulcerative colitis. This resource also discusses potential off-label balsalazide uses (which can include treating Crohn's disease).

What Is Budesonide EC Used For?

Budesonide EC is used for the treatment of Crohn's disease in adults. This eMedTV Web page describes specific uses of the medication, explains why the drug is not approved for use in children, and discusses possible off-label budesonide EC uses.

What Is Dicyclomine Used For?

Dicyclomine uses are concerned with treating painful spasms associated with irritable bowel syndrome. This eMedTV Web page covers what dicyclomine is used for in more detail, including possible off-label uses and the use of this drug in children.

What Is Ethacrynic Acid Used For?

What is ethacrynic acid used for? As this page on the eMedTV Web site explains, the medication is used for treating fluid retention in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis, and kidney disease or kidney failure.

What Is Lubiprostone Used For?

As this eMedTV page explains, lubiprostone is used for treating chronic idiopathic constipation in men and women, and irritable bowel syndrome with constipation in women. There are also some off-label lubiprostone uses, such as treating IBS in men.

What Is Olsalazine Used For?

As this eMedTV article explains, olsalazine is used for the treatment of ulcerative colitis. This resource describes how olsalazine works and also discusses potential off-label olsalazine uses (such as treating Crohn's disease).

What Is Orally Disintegrating Metoclopramide Used For?

This eMedTV resource discusses both approved and off-label orally disintegrating metoclopramide uses, which range from treating GERD to relieving vomiting and nausea. This page also addresses how the drug works and whether children can take it.

What Is Ranitidine Used For?

What is ranitidine used for? As this eMedTV Web page explains, prescription ranitidine is used for treating and preventing ulcers, GERD, and erosive esophagitis. Over-the-counter ranitidine is used to treat heartburn and acid indigestion.

What Is Senna?

This eMedTV page answers the question, "What is senna?" As this page explains, senna is a botanical product available in over-the-counter medications most often used as stimulant laxatives. It can also be used as part of "bowel prep" before a colonoscopy.

What Is Tegaserod Used For?

What is tegaserod used for? As this eMedTV article explains, tegaserod is used for treating chronic idiopathic constipation and irritable bowel syndrome with constipation in women. The drug also has some off-label uses, including treating IBS in men.

What Is Triamterene-HCTZ Used For?

As this eMedTV page explains, triamterene-HCTZ is used for treating high blood pressure and fluid retention in adults but is not approved for use in children. This page describes these triamterene-HCTZ uses in more detail and also lists off-label uses.

What Results Can You Expect From a Colonoscopy?

This multimedia clip explains the results you can expect with your colonoscopy.

What Results Can You Expect From ERCP With Sphincterotomy?

This video explains what kind of results to expect following a sphincterotomy.

What Results Can You Expect From ERCP?

This video discusses possible results you can expect following your ERCP.

What Results Can You Expect With an Upper Endoscopy?

This video clip discusses what kind of results you can expect following an EGD.

Why Doctors Recommend a Colonoscopy?

This multimedia clip describes the various reasons why a colonoscopy may be recommended.

Why Is My Doctor Recommending an ERCP?

This video clip explains when a doctor may recommend an ERCP.

Wilson's Disease

Wilson's disease is characterized by excessive amounts of copper that accumulate in the body. This eMedTV article discusses this disease in detail, including information on its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

Your First Follow-up Appointment (Liver Donation Surgery)

This video explains what to expect at your first follow-up appointment.

Your Rights As a Liver Donor

Your rights as a liver donor guarantee that you are in control of your decision to participate. As this eMedTV article explains, you should not feel pressured by outside sources, and you can change your mind at any time.

Your Rights as a Liver Donor

This video clip discusses your rights as a liver donor.