Some people undergoing chemotherapy experience diarrhea. When the diarrhea is severe, doctors are sometimes forced to cut back on the cancer treatment. Listen to the story of a patient whose problem is under control with a medication that can be effective against severe cases of chemotherapy-induced diarrhea.
Keywords: Sandostatin, Sandostatin LAR, octreotide, somatostatin, somatostatin analogs, diarrhea, chemotherapy-induced diarrhea, chemotherapy induced diarrhea, CID, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, colon cancer, 5 FU, fluorouracil
A tiny camera called laparoscope can be used to peek inside the body and diagnose disease. Learn how this minimally invasive technique is now being used for intestinal surgery.
Keywords: Keyhole surgery, laparoscopy, laparoscopic surgery, laparscope, blood clots, diverticulitis, hernia, colorectal cancer, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, small bowel obstruction, postoperative ileus, nosocomial infections, robotic surgery, intestinal disease, ileal pouch, anastomosis, fistula, minimal invasive surgery
People with Crohn's and colitis can become malnourished because they can't absorb certain nutrients. Listen to experts discuss the complex topic of food nutritional problems in people with IBD.
Keywords: Nutrition, Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, IBD, nausea, cramps, diarrhea, fiber, food intolerances, food triggers, fiber
People with colitis and Crohn's disease have an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer. Listen as experts explain the link between IBD and cancer of the colon.
Keywords: Inflammatory bowel disease, IBD, colon cancer, colorectal cancer, colonoscopy, colectomy, dysplasia, surveillance, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, colitis, UC, polyps, bowel, colon, rectal, rectum, crohns, krohns, crons, crohn's,
Constant trips to the bathroom, burning, discomfort, we've all experienced diarrhea at one time or another. But why does it occur? Some say it's just the intestine's natural way to clean house. But in some cases diarrhea could mean something more serious. When should it become a health concern? Join our panel of specialists as they discuss diarrhea and its causes.
Keywords: diarrhea, constipation, intestine, bathroom
It's inevitable that at some point in your child's life he or she will suffer vomiting and diarrhea. Most often they are nothing to get worried about, but occasionally they can be a sign of something more serious. Our panel of experts will discuss the many factors that can cause diarrhea and vomiting, and what you should do when it happens.
Keywords: Vomiting, diarrhea, vaccinations, pediatrics, polio, rotavirus, epidemic diarrheal illness, hepatitis, Hepatitis A, hepatitis B, Haemophilus influenzae B, intestinal blockage, diptheria, tetanus, pertussis, measles, mumps, rubella, acellular pertussis, ear infections, pneumococcus, influenza, chicken pox, Varicella, dehydration, gastroesophageal reflux, GERD, Pedialyte, gastroenteritis, Lomotil, antihistamines, Phenergan, Tigan, antispasmodics, breast feeding, nutritional anemia, Dr. Daniel Neuspiel, Dr. Steven Schwartz
This program discusses medical issues affecting children diagnosed with Crohn's disease and ulcerative coltitis, types of inflammatory bowel disease. It follows the story of a teenager and explores the effect of IBD on the teenager and her mother, and the various medical strategies used to manage the disease.
Keywords: Crohns, chron's, IBD, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, colitis, aminosalicylates, 5-ASA, Sulfasalazine, Mesalamine, Balsalazide, Osalazine, Budesonide, 6-Mercaptopurine, Azathioprine, Methotrexate;,Cyclosporine A, Metronidazole, Flagyl, Ciprofloxacin, Infliximab, Remicade, Total Parenteral Nutrition, TPN, steroids, prednisone
Yogurt, probiotics and nutritional therapy can be a comfort to people living with inflammatory bowel disease. Listen to experts discuss this approach to treating people with Crohn's and colitis.
Keywords: Nutrition, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, IBD, probiotics, prebiotics, pouchitis, yogurt, LC1, Lactobacillus johnsonii, Mutaflor, E. coli Nissle 1917 strain, Saccharomyces boulardii, yeast, VSL#3
Diagnosing irritable bowel syndrome today is often simpler than it has been in the past. Doctors used to focus on ruling out other diseases and conditions. Now, doctors turn most of their attention to a patient's symptoms. This change in approach can lead to a speedy diagnosis and quick start of therapy.
Keywords: IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, IBD, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, diarrhea, constipation, abominal pain, abdominal discomfort, stomach pain, stomach ache, stomach aches, laxatives, fiber, gastroenteritis, Zelnorm, tegaserod, Lotronex, alosetron, bloating, cramps, spastic colon, nervous stomach
Many people suffer from digestive problems that don't go away. Sometimes the problem is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This syndrome is marked by abdominal discomfort, bloating, diarrhea, constipation or alternating diarrhea and constipation. Although doctors don't know exactly what causes IBS, they have learned a great deal about the wide range of symptoms experienced by people with IBS.
Keywords: IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, IBD, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, abdominal discomfort, stomach pain, stomach ache, stomach aches, laxatives, fiber, gastroenteritis, Zelnorm, tegaserod, Lotronex, alosetron, bloating, bacterial gastroenteritis, altered gut motility, enhanced gut sensitivity, brain gut axis, spastic colon, nervous stomach
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