Digestive System Articles A-Z
The recommended starting dose of Bumex for water retention varies between 0.5 mg and 2 mg a day. This eMedTV segment also describes factors that determine your exact Bumex dosage and lists recommendations for when and how to take the medication.
This eMedTV resource lists medicines that may cause negative Bumex drug interactions, such as drugs for high blood pressure, lithium, or NSAIDs. These interactions can cause low blood pressure or even permanent hearing loss, among other things.
Although it is rare, it is possible to take too much Bumex. This eMedTV Web page offers a detailed list of potential Bumex overdose effects and symptoms, such as weakness, fainting, or vomiting, and also explains some of the treatment options.
This eMedTV Web page contains a list of potential Bumex side effects, such as changes in body chemistry, muscle cramps, and dizziness. This page also outlines some of the more serious side effects of Bumex that may require medical attention.
Bumex is often prescribed to treat adults who have water retention. This portion of the eMedTV archives describes what causes water retention, explains how Bumex works, and outlines possible off-label Bumex uses.
Bumex Warnings and Precautions
This section of the eMedTV Web site offers several warnings and precautions for Bumex, such as possible side effects to look out for (including extremely low blood pressure or ringing in the ears) and also explains who should not take the drug.
Bumex is a prescription medication used to treat fluid retention. This eMedTV Web page explains how the drug works, as well as factors that can affect your dosage. A link to more information is also included. Bumix is a common misspelling of Bumex.
The cause of lactose intolerance is a deficiency of an enzyme called lactase. The page of the eMedTV site explains the cause of lactose intolerance and lists possible risk factors, such as being a certain ethnicity or being born prematurely.
The causes of appendicitis are usually due to a blockage inside the appendix. Feces can cause such a blockage, as can a bacterial or viral infection. This eMedTV article discusses these and other causes of appendicitis.
The causes of Barrett's esophagus are unknown. However, as this eMedTV article explains, certain risk factors may increase the chances of developing the condition. These factors include obesity, age, gender, and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
As this eMedTV page explains, the causes of biliary cirrhosis are different for each type of the disease. Secondary biliary cirrhosis occurs when large bile ducts outside the liver are obstructed. The cause of primary biliary cirrhosis is unknown.
Causes of Chronic Pancreatitis
Common causes of chronic pancreatitis are alcoholism, a blocked or narrowed pancreatic duct, and heredity. This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at these and other chronic pancreatitis causes, such as certain autoimmune conditions.
Causes of cirrhosis can include hepatitis C, chronic alcoholism, and congestive heart failure. This eMedTV page explores these and other possible cirrhosis causes -- including certain drugs that can lead to cirrhosis (such as birth control pills).
Although the exact causes of heartburn are unknown, there are several factors that can put you at risk. This eMedTV article lists some of the most common risk factors for heartburn, including stress, pregnancy, and hiatal hernia.
Because there are different types of the disease, there are different causes of hemochromatosis. This eMedTV Web page explains these different causes and also discusses juvenile and neonatal hemochromatosis, the causes of which are unknown.
The main causes of intestinal gas are swallowed air and the normal breakdown of food. This eMedTV page explains how some specific foods, such as starches and sugars, can cause intestinal gas in some people, but not in others.
Possible causes of intussusception may include viral infections, growths, and long-term diarrhea. As this eMedTV resource explains, the causes of intussusception in children tend to differ from the causes of the condition in adults.
Gallstones and alcoholism are the two most common causes of pancreatitis. This section of the eMedTV library discusses these and other pancreatitis causes, such as trauma to the pancreas, hereditary conditions, and viral infections.
The information in this eMedTV Web page explains possible causes of rectal bleeding, which can range from hemorrhoids to cancer. Typical symptoms are described, and the importance of determining the exact cause of bleeding is emphasized.
Cirrhosis is a condition where large areas of the liver become very badly scarred. This eMedTV resource offers an overview of this condition and some of its possible causes. Cerosis of the liver is a common misspelling and variation of cirrhosis.
Chances of Cancer From Barrett's Esophagus
The chances of cancer from Barrett's esophagus are low. As this eMedTV page points out, Barrett's esophagus turns into cancer less than 1 percent of the time. This page provides an overview of Barrett's esophagus and cancer.
Chronic pancreatitis is a disorder involving digestive enzymes that attack and destroy the pancreas. As this eMedTV article explains, this can lead to pain and scarring. This page describes the causes, symptoms, and treatment of chronic pancreatitis.
Chronic Pancreatitis Diagnosis
As this eMedTV article explains, a doctor may use pancreatic function tests as well as ultrasonic imaging to reach a chronic pancreatitis diagnosis. This resource details how healthcare providers reach a diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis.
Chronic Pancreatitis in Children
Chronic pancreatitis in children is rare. As this eMedTV article explains, two known causes of childhood pancreatitis include trauma to the pancreas and hereditary pancreatitis. This article provides an overview of chronic pancreatitis in children.
Most people with symptoms of chronic pancreatitis will experience abdominal pain. As this eMedTV article points out, other chronic pancreatitis symptoms include vomiting, weight loss, and fatty stools. This page covers chronic pancreatitis symptoms.
Chronic Pancreatitis Treatment
Relieving pain is usually the first step in chronic pancreatitis treatment. As this eMedTV segment explains, pancreatic enzymes and surgery are other options for treatment of this disorder. This page highlights chronic pancreatitis treatment options.
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Cirrhosis, as this eMedTV page explains, is a condition in which healthy liver tissue is replaced with scar tissue. Some causes for the condition are listed, and a link to more information is provided. Cirhosis is a common misspelling of cirrhosis.
As this portion of the eMedTV archives explains, cirrhosis (a condition that affects the liver) occurs when scar tissue replaces healthy, normal tissue. Cirhosis of liver is a common misspelling and variation of cirrhosis.
As this page on the eMedTV site explains, cirrhosis is a condition in which scar tissue replaces healthy liver tissue. This article covers cirrhosis treatment, as well as how often the disease occurs. Cirhossis is a common misspelling of cirrhosis.
Cirrhosis is a condition characterized by large areas of scarring on the liver. This portion of the eMedTV library offers a brief look at this condition and provides a link to more information. Cirosis is a common misspelling of cirrhosis.