Digestive System Articles A-Z
Symptoms of pancreatitis often begin with upper abdominal pain and range from rapid pulse to loss of life. This eMedTV segment explains how symptoms of pancreatitis vary depending on which type of the condition (acute or chronic) a person has.
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 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 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.
| 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.
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.
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 hemochromatosis and things to avoid during treatment, such as alcohol.
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.
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 include adenomas and hyperplastic, inflammatory, and hamartomatous polyps. This eMedTV Web page focuses on the most common colon polyps, adenomas. Adenomas may become cancerous if left untreated.
| 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.
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 is a procedure used to examine your esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. This eMedTV page explains how an endoscope is used for the procedure, the purpose of this examination, and potential complications a patient may experience.
| Upper Endoscopy (EGD) |
This video clip explains what is involved with an EGD.
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| Upper Endoscopy -- The Procedure |
This video clip explains what is involved with an EGD.
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.
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.
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.
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| 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.
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