Digestive System Articles A-Z
Ranitidine is a drug that may be used to treat heartburn, ulcers, GERD, and other conditions. This eMedTV Web page covers both over-the-counter and prescription forms of ranitidine, including details about how they reduce acid in the stomach.
Ranitidine dosing guidelines for the treatment of GERD generally call for a 150 mg dose taken twice daily. This eMedTV page discusses the recommended ranitidine dosages for treating ulcers, erosive esophagitis, and other conditions.
Ranitidine side effects can include headache, upset stomach, and diarrhea. This eMedTV page identifies some side effects of ranitidine and offers a link to more information. Ranitidine side affects is a common misspelling of ranitidine side effects.
Common side effects of ranitidine include upset stomach, headache, and diarrhea. This eMedTV segment discusses ranitidine side effects, including information about rare but serious health problems that may occur with the medication.
| Reacciones Alérgicas a los Medicamentos |
Reacciones Alérgicas a los Medicamentos
| Reasons an Upper Endoscopy Is Recommended |
This video clip explains what is involved in an EGD.
| Reasons for an ERCP |
This video clip explains when a doctor may recommend an ERCP.
| Rechazo del Transplante - Análisis Detallado |
Rechazo del Transplante - Análisis Detallado
| Rechazo del Transplante - Generalidades |
Rechazo del Transplante - Generalidades
This eMedTV Web page offers a detailed look at rectal bleeding, which can be a symptom of various diseases, from hemorrhoids to cancer. This page also explains the types of bleeding that can occur, possible causes, and treatment options.
This eMedTV Web page provides an in-depth look at typical rectal bleeding causes. They can range from serious conditions, such as infections and cancer, to less serious ones, such as hemorrhoids and anal fissures.
| Recursos Adicionales |
Recursos Adicionales
| Recursos Útiles |
Recursos Útiles
| Resultados Esperados Para el Receptor |
Resultados Esperados Para el Receptor
| Resumen |
Resumen
| Resumen |
Resumen
| Resumen -- Donación |
Resumen -- Donación
| Riesgos Para el Receptor |
Riesgos Para el Receptor
| Risks as a Diabetic (ERCP With Sphincterotomy) |
This video clip explains some of the health risks associated with diabetes.
| Risks to the Liver Recipient |
This video describes the possible risks the recipient faces before and after surgery.
Risks With Adult Living Donor Liver Transplant
Risks with adult living donor liver transplant include minor bleeding, allergic reaction, and nausea. This eMedTV Web page lists other risks and major complications that can occur, such as infection, hernia, and bile duct leaks.
| RM |
Su médico puede obtener más información acerca de su estado por medio de una prueba indolora llamada RM, que significa "resonancia magnética".
| Sangrado y Daño en los Vasos Sanguíneos |
Sangrado y Daño en los Vasos Sanguíneos
Scar Formation and Liver Donation Surgery
An inevitable consequence of any surgery is scar formation, and liver donation surgery is no exception. As this eMedTV page explains, while scars are normal after surgery, thicker scar formations, called keloids, can be tender or painful for a while.
Secondary biliary cirrhosis occurs when the large bile ducts outside of the liver become blocked. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at secondary biliary cirrhosis causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment -- and also links to more information.
Cirrhosis is a liver condition that occurs when scar tissue replaces healthy, normal liver tissue. This eMedTV Web page provides a brief overview of this condition and a link to more information. Serosis is a common misspelling of cirrhosis.
| Señales de Complicaciones Quirúrgicas |
Señales de Complicaciones Quirúrgicas
Short bowel syndrome is a condition characterized by diarrhea, cramping, and heartburn. As this eMedTV article explains, it can occur in people who have had half or more of their small intestine removed. This page discusses the syndrome in detail.
| Short-Term Emotional and Mental Effects (Liver Donation Surgery) |
This video explains what kind of short-term emotional and mental effects to expect.
Short-Term Emotional and Mental Effects Following Liver Donation Surgery
This eMedTV article explains how donation surgery can cause short-term emotional and mental effects. Following liver donation surgery, some donors may feel anxiety from drugs, guilty if the recipient has problems, or unhappy about the resulting scar.
Side effects of balsalazide are usually minor and easily treated. This page on the eMedTV site lists common side effects seen with the drug (such as joint pain or cramps), as well as serious side effects requiring immediate medical attention.
Headaches and respiratory infections are among the most commonly reported side effects of budesonide EC. This eMedTV article outlines common and rare side effects of budesonide EC, as well as the side effects that may require prompt medical attention.
Side Effects of Ethacrynic Acid
Fatigue, blurred vision, and loss of appetite are possible side effects of ethacrynic acid. This eMedTV segment lists other possible side effects seen with the drug and describes serious problems that should be reported to a physician right away.
Side effects of olsalazine, such as diarrhea or headaches, are usually easily treated. But as this eMedTV page explains, some side effects (such as signs of liver damage) are potentially serious and should be reported right away to your doctor.
Among the side effects of tegaserod listed on this eMedTV page are common side effects like headache and nausea; side effects to report to your doctor, such as bloody diarrhea or rectal bleeding; and rare side effects like hair loss and depression.
Side Effects of Triamterene-HCTZ
If side effects of triamterene-HCTZ occur, they can include drowsiness, vomiting, and headaches. This eMedTV article lists other side effects that have been reported with the drug, including those that may require prompt medical attention.
Flexible sigmoidoscopy allows a doctor to see bleeding, inflammation, and abnormal growths in the descending colon and rectum. This eMedTV page further explains sigmoidoscopy, including a step-by-step guide of what to expect during the procedure.
| Sigmoidoscopy |
This video clip explains what will happen during a flexible sigmoidoscopy.
Signs and Symptoms of Appendicitis
As this eMedTV article explains, common signs and symptoms of appendicitis include abdominal pain (especially in the lower-right area), nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. A link to more in-depth information on the condition is also provided.
Signs of appendicitis can include low-grade fever, abdominal swelling, and vomiting. This eMedTV resource provides detailed information on symptoms of appendicitis in different people, such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly.
If you smoke, you are at risk for heartburn. This part of the eMedTV archives explains how smoking can lead to heartburn and make symptoms worse in people who already have it. This page also provides basic information about smoking and heartburn.
As this eMedTV article explains, spastic colon is another name for irritable bowel syndrome, a disorder that often results in diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal cramping. This page offers an overview of the symptoms and diagnosis of spastic colon.
| Special Instructions (Upper Endoscopy) |
After the endoscopy, you should not expect to be able to take care of small children or anyone else. This video goes over special instructions for after your procedure.
Spleen Damage During Adult Liver Donation Surgery
Although rare, spleen damage during adult liver donation surgery may occur. This section of the eMedTV library discusses the importance of the spleen, what happens during a spleen injury, and potential complications that can occur as a result.
| Sus Derechos Como Donante |
Sus Derechos Como Donante
This eMedTV page describes possible symptoms of appendicitis, such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting. However, the condition can be hard to diagnose. Symptoms of apendicitis is a common misspelling of symptoms of appendicitis.
Symptoms of appendicitis include abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and vomiting. This page on the eMedTV Web site features a list of common symptoms and includes a link to more information on the topic.
Symptoms of Barrett's Esophagus
There are no symptoms of Barrett's esophagus, but in some cases, the condition can lead to cancer. This eMedTV segment discusses the likelihood of developing esophageal adenocarcinoma as a result of Barrett's esophagus.
Symptoms of colon polyps may include anal bleeding, blood in the stool, and constipation or diarrhea. As this eMedTV resource explains, many people with the condition experience no symptoms of colon polyps.
Symptoms of hemochromatosis range from fatigue to abdominal pain to heart problems. This eMedTV Web page describes conditions that are possible indicators of both early and advanced stages of hemochromatosis -- and why they often go overlooked.
Symptoms of Hirschsprung's Disease
One of the main symptoms of Hirschsprung's disease is severe constipation. This page from the eMedTV Web site further explains how patients of different ages often experience various symptoms of the disease, such as anemia or diarrhea.