Digestive System Articles A-Z

General Anesthesia for Liver Donation Surgery

This video discusses the general anesthesia that will be used during the liver transplant surgery.

Generic Bumex

Generic Bumex is available in tablet or injectable form (the latter is for hospital use only). This page of the eMedTV library explains the strengths that the drug is available in and also lists some of the companies that manufacture it.

Generic Ranitidine

Generic ranitidine is available in over-the-counter and prescription strengths. This eMedTV Web page discusses which forms of ranitidine are available as generics and explains that generic forms of Zantac EFFERdose tablets and syrup are not available.

Generic RotaTeq

At this time, there are no generic versions of RotaTeq available in the United States. This article from the eMedTV archives explains why the RotaTeq vaccine and other "biologic" medications are not available in generic form.

Generic Tegaserod

This eMedTV page warns against buying any of the fake, substandard, and potentially dangerous drugs currently sold as "generic tegaserod." An approved generic for tegaserod won't be available until at least 2013, when the patent for tegaserod expires.

Getting Started (Colonoscopy)

This multimedia clip explains what will happen as you are prepared for surgery.

Getting Started (Upper Endoscopy)

This multimedia clip explains what will happen as you are prepared for surgery.

Getting Started With Your ERCP

This video discusses what will happen on the day of your GI procedure.

Getting Started With Your ERCP With Sphincterotomy

This video discusses what will happen on the day of your GI procedure.

Golytely Bowel Prep

This video segment discusses Golytely -- a common prescription medicine that is given prior to this procedure.

Golytely Bowel Prep -- Summary

This video explains the importance of doing your bowel prep before your colonoscopy.

Hartburn

As this eMedTV Web segment explains, heartburn occurs when the acidic contents of the stomach go back up (reflux) into the esophagus. This page describes possible symptoms and treatment options. Hartburn is a common misspelling of heartburn.

Heart and Lung Problems (ERCP With Sphincterotomy Risks)

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

Heart or Lung Problems During Colonoscopy

As this eMedTV article explains, heart or lung problems during colonoscopy are rare; if they do occur, they can include irregular heart rhythms and lung failure. Those who have heart or lung conditions are at increased risk for these problems.

Heart or Lung Problems During EGD

There is a small risk of developing heart or lung problems during EGD procedures. This part of the eMedTV archives explains why these complications may occur, who is more likely to develop them, and the treatment options that are available.

Heartburn

Heartburn can cause discomfort that starts in the middle of the chest and moves up through the throat. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth overview of heartburn, with information on its symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options.

Heartburn and Pregnancy

As this eMedTV article explains that during pregnancy, up to 70 percent of women experience heartburn. This resource discusses pregnancy and heartburn, including information on dietary changes and medications that may help treat heartburn.

Heartburn Cure

While heartburn can be treated through medication or lifestyle changes, no true cure for heartburn exists. This eMedTV resource lists several lifestyle changes (such as losing weight and quitting smoking) that can help reduce your symptoms.

Heartburn Diet

For many people, following a special diet for heartburn improves their symptoms. This eMedTV page explains several aspects of this diet, such as eating heart-healthy foods, avoiding foods that worsen symptoms, losing weight, and not eating before bedtime.

Heartburn Information

Heartburn Medicine

As this part of the eMedTV Web site explains, heartburn medicine comes in four main types: antacids, foaming agents, H2 blockers, and proton-pump inhibitors. This article describes how each one works and offers general tips on taking these medicines.

Heartburn Medicines

Heartburn Symptoms

One of the most common heartburn symptoms is chest pain, as this eMedTV article explains. The discomfort usually starts in the middle of the chest and can move up through the throat. This article also compares symptoms of heartburn with GERD symptoms.

Heartburn Treatment

Heartburn treatment typically begins with diet and lifestyle changes. As this eMedTV article explains, medication can be taken if the patient does not find relief through things like reducing stress and avoiding trigger foods.

Helpful Resources (Following Liver Donation)

As this clip explains, surrounding yourself with supportive people and good information can be very helpful as you recover from liver donation surgery.

Helpful Resources for Liver Donors

Many helpful resources for liver donors are available to provide support throughout the surgery process. This eMedTV article offers a list of various support networks, such as organ donor Web sites, social workers, and support groups.

Hemachromatosis

As this eMedTV page explains, hemochromatosis occurs when too much iron is absorbed by the body, causing high levels of iron in the organs. This page also covers possible treatment options. Hemachromatosis is a common misspelling of hemochromatosis.

Hemachromotosis

Hemochromatosis is a condition that causes an excess of iron to accumulate in the organs of the body. This eMedTV segment describes how these high iron levels can cause serious problems. Hemachromotosis is a common misspelling of hemochromatosis.

Hemochromatosis

Hemochromatosis is a disorder in which the intestines absorb too much iron. The information in this eMedTV Web page discusses the types, causes, symptoms, and treatment of this condition and also provides links to more information.

Hemochromatosis and Who It Affects

This eMedTV resource offers statistics on hemochromatosis and who it affects. Certain groups of people are more likely to develop the condition than others -- for example, Caucasian men -- but other ethnic groups are also affected.

Hemochromatosis Diagnosis

When making a hemochromatosis diagnosis, the doctor often orders blood tests to rule out other conditions. This eMedTV page explains the process and tests uses to either confirm or rule out this disease, including blood tests and a liver biopsy.

Hemochromatosis Diet

The information in this eMedTV Web page offers tips for following a hemochromatosis diet (which should not replace regular treatment). Recommendations are made with regards to vitamin C supplementation, foods to avoid, and alcohol intake.

Hemochromatosis Disease

Hemochromatosis Gene

As this eMedTV page explains, if a child inherits a mutated hemochromatosis gene from each parent, he or she may develop the condition later in life. This page also explains how people who only have one mutated gene are usually silent carriers.

Hemochromatosis Research

This eMedTV segment covers current areas of focus of hemochromatosis research: genetic mutations and the role of iron in organ damage. The goals of this research are to find more effective treatments and to answer questions about the disease.

Hemochromatosis Screening

Anyone who has a close relative with hemochromatosis should consider being screened for the gene. This eMedTV page explains why these people should have a screening for hemochromatosis and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of current tests.

Hemochromotosis

This eMedTV page explores hemochromatosis, a condition that occurs when the intestines absorb more iron than they should. This page also describes possible symptoms and treatment options. Hemochromotosis is a common misspelling of hemochromatosis.

Hemocromatose

This eMedTV article offers a brief overview of hemochromatosis, a condition that causes high levels of iron in the organs of the body. This page also discusses possible treatment options. Hemocromatose is a common misspelling of hemochromatosis.

Hemocromatosis

As this eMedTV page discusses, hemochromatosis causes an excess of iron within the organs of the body, possibly resulting in organ failure. This page also offers a link to more information. Hemocromatosis is a common misspelling of hemochromatosis.

Hemocromotosis

As this eMedTV page discusses, hemochromatosis causes high iron levels in certain organs of the body, possibly causing serious damage to these organs. This page also links to more information. Hemocromotosis is a common misspelling of hemochromatosis.

Hernia

Hernia

Hernia With Adult Living Donor Liver Surgery

A hernia with adult living donor liver surgery, as this eMedTV resource explains, is one of the possible complications that can occur as a result of the procedure. This page explains how and why it happens, as well as what is done to correct it.

Hidden Lactose

Hidden lactose may be found in foods such as baked goods, breakfast cereals, and instant potatoes. This eMedTV segment talks about hidden lactose and explains how it is even found in some prescription and over-the-counter medications.

Hirschsprung

Hirschsprung Disease

Hirschsprung's Disease

Hirschsprung's disease, an illness of the large intestine, is characterized by severe constipation. This eMedTV article describes the condition in more detail, including its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

Hirschsprung's Disease Treatment

This eMedTV page lists different types of Hirschsprung's disease treatment, including ostomy and pull-through surgery. Receiving treatment at an early stage can eliminate serious problems, such as infections. Life after treatment is also discussed.

Hirschsprungs

Hirschsprung's disease affects the large intestine and causes severe constipation. This eMedTV segment briefly describes the disease and offers a link to more information. Hirschsprungs is a common alternate spelling of Hirschsprung's disease.

How Safe Is a Colonoscopy?

This multimedia clip examines the safety of colonoscopy, including possible complications.

How Safe Is an Upper Endoscopy?

This multimedia clip explains the safety and risks of an EGD.

How Safe Is ERCP With Sphincterotomy?

This video explains the safety and risks of an ERCP.

How Safe Is ERCP?

This video explains the safety and risks of an ERCP.

How Safe Is Liver Donation?

This video clip discusses the level of risk and complications associated with this procedure.

How to Prevent Appendicitis

Unfortunately, no one knows how to prevent appendicitis, but we do know how to prevent appendicitis symptoms from getting worse. By recognizing the symptoms this eMedTV article provides, you can avoid appendicitis-related complications.