How Healthy is the Raw Food Diet? Sep 25, 2009
When meat is uncooked, bacteria are able to grow on the tissue and infect the gastrointestinal tract of the human. This leads to food borne illnesses that can be deadly if left untreated. (Suite101.com)
Physician Focus: Don't let back pain get you down Sep 25, 2009
NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), such as ibuprofen, can cause ulcers or bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract even if taken properly. Also, acetaminophen can be toxic to the liver in doses greater than 4 grams (and even less if taken with alcohol or by someone with liver disease). (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Cogent trial shows lack of adverse interaction between clopidogrel and stomach medicine Sep 25, 2009
The gastrointestinal tract is the most common location for this type of bleeding, which often occurs in the form of peptic ulcer disease. The purpose of the trial was to determine whether the administration of clopidogrel and omeprazole is safe and effective in reducing the incidence of gastrointestinal bleeding and symptomatic ulcer disease in the setting of concomitant aspirin therapy. (EurekAlert!)
The Scleroderma Foundation 1st Annual 'Fight For Lexi' Golf Tournament at the Dove Canyon Country Club on September 21, 2009 Featuring a Performance by Carlos Mencia Sep 20, 2009
In the systemic form of the disease, often called systemic sclerosis, scaring (or sclerosis) causes serious damage to the internal organs, including the lungs, heart, kidneys, esophagus and gastrointestinal tract. As scarring of these organs and organ systems progress, they work less effectively and can lead to organ failure and death. (PR Newswire)
Jaguars quarterback David Garrard scores for Crohn's research Sep 19, 2009
Garrard, 31, is one of 500,000 Americans who suffers from Crohn s disease, a chronic inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal tract for which there is no cure. The disease is associated with an abnormality of the immune system that could be triggered by viral or bacterial infections, a genetic predisposition or diet, although the exact cause of the disease is not known. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
How Does Activia Work? Sep 15, 2009
Probiotics such as those found in Activia are microorganisms that are naturally found in the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract is made up of bacteria that are kept at bay by natural immune defenses by the body ... The bacteria that are naturally found in the human body are called the natural flora, and they protect the gastrointestinal tract against fungi. (Suite101.com)
Pancreas, an organ of many talents, also root of serious ills Sep 15, 2009
Researchers are discovering that the pancreas helps mediate much of the appetite related cross-talk between the brain and the gastrointestinal tract, the streams of chemical signals that say, 'I'm starving down here, how about some dinner,' or, 'enough already, step away from that dessert cart and no one will be hurt. "By better understanding, the precise role of the pancreas is conveying sensations of hunger or satiety," suggested Rodger A Liddle, of Duke University Medical School. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Good Bacteria Can Fight Bad Bugs Sep 11, 2009
Probiotics are live micro organisms or good bacteria, which can help your gastrointestinal tract fight bad bugs. Vartabedian explained, "(Probiotics) populate the lining of the intestinal tract and by doing that, they keep bad bacteria out. They also fortify the lining of the small bowel and keep things from getting in and they also stimulate the immune system. While there are live bacteria in yogurt and other things, not every live bacteria is a probiotic. It has to be proven in a clinical... (Click2Houston, TX)
Stem-cell drug fails crucial trials Sep 10, 2009
"The results are a promising first randomised trial" on mesenchymal stem cells, says Le Blanc, and, like her previous study, support an effect on treatment of GvHD in the liver and the gastrointestinal tract. "Even though it seems to the business world to be a setback, I think [researchers] can learn and go on," says Pranela Rameshwar, who studies the immune properties of mesenchymal stem cells at New Jersey Medical School in Newark. (Scientific American)
Natural Compounds, Chemotherapeutic Drugs May Become Partners In Cancer Therapy Sep 8, 2009
Chlorophyllin, in general, is poorly absorbed from the human gastrointestinal tract, so it s unclear what levels might be needed for therapeutic purposes or how well they would work. Other dietary agents also might have similar potential. (Science Daily)
Valcyte Approved for Cytomegalovirus in Children Sep 2, 2009
But when the immune system is weakened, CMV complications could affect the lungs, kidneys, nervous system, liver and gastrointestinal tract -- potentially leading to serious illness or death. As part of the approval, the FDA sanctioned a new oral liquid form of the drug to allow for easier use in children, Roche said. (MEDLINEplus)
FDA Approves Valcyte(R) (valganciclovir hydrochloride) to Prevent Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Disease in Pediatric Patients Who Receive Heart or Kidney Transplants Aug 31, 2009
In patients who have received an organ transplant, CMV infection usually develops during the first few months after transplantation, and may cause complications in the lungs, kidneys, nervous system, liver, and gastrointestinal tract. CMV can lead to the loss of the transplanted organ, and studies have shown that the virus has been correlated with an increased risk of death in post-transplant patients. (PR Newswire)
Stomach Ulcer Pain Treatments Aug 28, 2009
Researchers believe the amino acid glutamine found in cabbage helps strengthen the gastrointestinal tract. To eliminate ulcer symptoms, drink one quart of cabbage daily for at least three weeks. (Suite101.com)
New Injection-Needle Patch Lends Credence to the Promise: 'This Won't Hurt a Bit' Aug 22, 2009
Unfortunately, many drugs and vaccines simply cannot be given orally, as the gastrointestinal tract destroys any useful dose. (The measles vaccine may be one of the exceptions: an inhalant powder was revealed this week at the same ACS meeting. (Scientific American)
Health program features local doctor Aug 20, 2009
Underwood s practice focuses on diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract, which includes the organs from mouth to anus, along the alimentary canal. Although such cases are less common in his practice, Underwood said his field can also include activities of the liver, pancreas, and biliary tree. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Antioxidants Pose No Melanoma Threat Aug 19, 2009
Despite earlier study, new report finds no risk from common vitamin and mineral supplements. Monday, August 17, 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
Benefits and Properties of Chaga Mu... Aug 17, 2009
Others may have limited or no absorption from the gastrointestinal tract. Practical Use of Chaga Mushroom. (Suite101.com)
FDA recommendation goes against ViroPharma Aug 7, 2009
8 million for ViroPharma during the first half of this year, is used to treat severe and often life-threatening bacterial infections of the gastrointestinal tract. The sales figures represents a 5. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Cocaine mule also smuggling baby Aug 6, 2009
Customs officials at Frankfurt airport suspected the 30-year-old of drug smuggling and subjected her to an X-ray scan where the packages of cocaine were clearly visible in her gastrointestinal tract. She was then taken to hospital so doctors could remove the cocaine. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
K-9 police dog starved to death in officer's home Jul 30, 2009
An autopsy was performed on Nitro Jan. 20, and it determined that "the organs all showed signs of starvation, and other than plant material, there was no food in the gastrointestinal tract." Due to the fact that there were "too many findings of starvation to list," pathologists turned over the entire autopsy report to law enforcement authorities. Animal Rescue League of Boston police went to Carneiro's home Feb. 26 and arrested him on one count of animal cruelty. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Throwing Out the Wheat Jul 29, 2009
At best, it's converted into a set of indigestible protein fragments that pass uneventfully through the gastrointestinal tract. If you've got celiac disease, these fragments set off a damaging immune response. (Slate)
Your Health: Caution needed on long-term use of acid-suppressing drugs Jul 29, 2009
While there s no doubt these drugs can be beneficial in the short run, recent research has uncovered a number of potential pitfalls associated with long-term use, including a higher risk of pneumonia, bone fractures and bacterial infections of the gastrointestinal tract. Proton pump inhibitors, including Prilosec, Prevacid, Protonix and the like, work by blocking the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Discovery Of Genetic Toggle Switch Inches Closer To Possible Diabetes Cure Jul 28, 2009
Malformations in this region of the gastrointestinal tract can cause blockage of bile ducts or the intestines ... "Babies in neonatal intensive care frequently are born with medically challenging birth defects. The present studies help unravel the complex genetic systems controlling the formation of the gastrointestinal tract and provide the framework for future therapies of disease affecting the formation and function of the pancreas, liver, and bile ducts," Dr. Whitsett said. (Science Daily)
Retrospective analysis of nosocomial infections in the intensive care unit of a tertiary hospital in China during 2003 and 2007 Jul 26, 2009
9%), and gastrointestinal tract (GI, 2. 5%) infections. (BioMed Central)
Canine Gastroenteritis Jul 20, 2009
systemic or metabolic disease - kidney disease, liver disease, pancreatic disorders and other systemic or metabolic diseases can affect the canine gastrointestinal tract. foreign bodies - dogs may swallow objects which result in gastroenteritis. (Suite101.com)
Colonoscopy Beats 'Camera Pill' at Catching Colon Cancer Jul 17, 2009
On average, travel time for capsule navigation through the full length of the gastrointestinal tract -- from mouth to anus -- was calculated at four hours. Most side effects were observed as mild and passing, and related not to the pill ingestion itself but to the bowel-prep requirements. (MEDLINEplus)
HIV-1 Damages Gut Antibody-producing Immune Cells Within Days Of Infection Jul 15, 2009
ScienceDaily (July 14, 2009) The virus that causes AIDS is classified as a lentivirus, a word derived from the Latin prefix, "lenti-," meaning "slow." But new research from the NIAID-funded Center for HIV/AIDS Vaccine Immunology suggests that HIV-1 is anything but moving at breathtaking speed in destroying and dysregulating the body's gut-based B-cell antibody-producing system. "These new data show that damage to the antibody arm of the immune system begins quickly, within days. We know that by... (Science Daily)
Comprehensive Review Of Addiction To Prescription Painkillers Among Patients And Physicians Jul 14, 2009
Opioid medications are chemicals that work by binding to specific receptors, particularly in the nervous system and gastrointestinal tract; decrease perception of pain and reaction to pain; and increase pain tolerance. Side effects include sedation, respiratory depression and constipation. (Science Daily)
Animal cruelty trial reset Jul 13, 2009
The report also stated the female dog had not received food or water for a long period of time and noted that the dog s gastrointestinal tract had nothing inside but grass. Williamson County Animal Control came to the home and confiscated the second dog, which will remain in the agency s custody until a ruling is made. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Novel Genetic Finding Offers New Avenue For Future Crohn's Disease Treatment Jul 13, 2009
The unexpected finding of the interaction between these genes offers the possibility of a new drug target, which would be effective in treating Crohn's disease a chronic disorder causing inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Autoimmune and inflammatory diseases are striking an increasing portion of the population. (Science Daily)
Variants of 'umami' taste receptor contribute to our individualized flavor worlds Jul 9, 2009
He also speculates that because these same receptors are also found in the gastrointestinal tract, liver and pancreas, coding variation in the T1R3 gene may also influence how proteins and amino acids are processed metabolically. . (EurekAlert!)
Amalgam (Silver) Dental Fillings Jul 7, 2009
The mercury absorbed from all sources accumulates in body organs and tissues, mostly in the kidneys, but also in the brain, lungs, liver and gastrointestinal tract. Isn't Mercury Deadly. (Suite101.com)
New swine flu inefficient in attacking people Jul 3, 2009
They also noted that the new virus is more active in the gastrointestinal tract than the seasonal flu, leading to intestinal distress and vomiting in about 40 percent of those infected. The research by scientists from MIT and the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was funded by the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology and the National Institutes of General Medical Sciences. (MSNBC -- Health)
What will happen during Jackson's autopsy? Jun 27, 2009
For example, an ulcer can erode a blood vessel and cause the person to "bleed to death into the gastrointestinal tract," says Fishbein. Pathologists would then examine the liver, spleen, intestine and kidneys, though most diseases involving these organs would not cause sudden, unexplained death, he says. (USA Today -- Life)
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Jun 27, 2009
Effects of Inadequate Amounts of an Important Nutrient. What happens when an individual has a deficiency in vitamin B12. (Suite101.com)
Mantle Cell Lymphoma Consortium Scientific Workshop Jun 24, 2009
Frequently, MCL is diagnosed as a stage 4 disease, often present in lymphnodes above and below the diaphragm and in most cases involves the gastrointestinal tract and bone marrow. MCL is a relatively rare disease, constituting only about 6 percent of all NHL cases in the United States (i. (EurekAlert!)
Garrard giving back to his community Jun 21, 2009
Garrard was diagnosed with Crohn's, a disorder that causes inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, in 2004. He had surgery in June that year to help correct the problem, but did not miss any playing time. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Candida Albicans Jun 18, 2009
is commonly seen in the vaginal and gastrointestinal tract and is commonly known as 'thrush. The symptoms of thrush can be overriding and uncomfortable. (Suite101.com)
A Woman with Carcinoma of the Gastroesophageal Junction Jun 18, 2009
Eighteen days before this evaluation, radiographs of the upper gastrointestinal tract, obtained at another hospital, showed severe erosive changes in the distal esophagus, an eccentric filling defect in the anterolateral portion of the esophagus, and minimal gastroesophageal reflux. Three days later. (New England Journal of Medicine)
NURSE’S NOTES - Rare but serious blood disorder Jun 17, 2009
Organisms colonizing fresh fruits and vegetables have been shown to colonize the gastrointestinal tract of neutropenic patients and may lead to invasive infections. It is important to clean and cook foods well. (Missoulian, MT)
Electronic Pill Shows Its Smarts By Measuring pH Levels In Digestive Tract Jun 5, 2009
ScienceDaily (June 4, 2009) An electronic diagnostic tool called the SmartPill is swallowed by patients in order to take measurements as it travels through the gastrointestinal tract. A new study by physician-scientists at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center used the device in patients with mild to moderate ulcerative colitis (UC), determining that they have significantly more acidic pH in their colons, compared with the average person a finding that may impact treatment strategy. (Science Daily)
New NanoVibronix Device Decreases Pain and Discomfort From Nasogastric Tube Use Jun 3, 2009
CHICAGO, June 2, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Data show a new device helps mitigate the pain and discomfort associated with nasogastric (NG) tubes which are used to decompress the upper gastrointestinal tract as well to administer nutrients and medications directly into the stomachs of approximately 50 million hospitalized patients world wide each year(1). The data were presented here today during an American Gastroenterology Association (AGA) Institute Clinical Practice Distinguished Abstract... (Primezone Releases)
FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Approval of the SEDASYS(R) System May 29, 2009
CINCINNATI, May 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Ethicon Endo-Surgery today announced that the Anesthesiology and Respiratory Therapy Devices Advisory Committee of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) voted in favor of approval of the SEDASYS(R) System for use by physician/nurse teams to administer minimal-to-moderate propofol sedation during screening and diagnostic procedures for colorectal cancer (colonoscopy) and the upper gastrointestinal tract (EGD). The SEDASYS(R) System, the first... (PR Newswire)
AGA Institute presents cutting-edge research during DDW May 29, 2009
Founded in 1897, the AGA is one of the oldest medical-specialty societies in the U.S. The AGA's more than 17,000 members include physicians and scientists who research, diagnose and treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and liver. For more information, visit. (EurekAlert!)
Why the thumb of the right hand is on the left hand side May 23, 2009
One of these molecules Hedgehog controls the development of, for example, the extremities, the central nervous system, the teeth, eyes, hair, lung and the gastrointestinal tract. "What is most remarkable: The cells are told what to do not only because the molecule is present but also by the different concentrations of the molecules in the tissue", says group leader Pia Aanstad of the Institute for Molecular Biology of the University of Innsbruck. (EurekAlert!)
Dangers of Dogs Eating Acorns May 23, 2009
Acorns swallowed whole have the potential to block the intestines, while chewed acorns release more toxin and the sharp pieces can irritate the gastrointestinal tract. The hard outer shell of an acorn contains the most gallotannin while green acorns contain more gallotannin than brown acorns. (Suite101.com)
Plano youngster uses art to raise money and awareness for rare disease May 23, 2009
Basically, eosinophils, or white blood cells, in the gastrointestinal tract attack certain food proteins before they get a chance to properly digest. The eosinophils can be triggered by different types of foods or environmental factors. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Giardia aka Beaver Fever May 16, 2009
Once the cyst enters the gastrointestinal tract of your pet it releases a trophozoite which whips its hairlike structures (flagella) back and forth to propel itself until it finds a place in your pet s intestine to attach itself to. It then reproduces by dividing, ultimately passing in your pet s feces where it can contaminate the environment and water and infect other animals and people and thus;the cycle continues. (Suite101.com)
MALPRACTICE SUIT LEVELED AT JRMC May 10, 2009
Percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy feeding was developed in 1980; it has become the preferred method among American doctors of delivering nutrition to those who cannot eat but have a functional gastrointestinal tract, according to a Virginia Commonwealth University publication. Conner was fed through a PEG tube. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Tumor focus shifts May 8, 2009
"We found that hexavalent chromium is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract," said Hooth. "After it is orally administered, it is taken up by the cells in many tissues and organs.". (Cameron Observer, MO)
Antioxidant Supplements in Cancer T... May 3, 2009
These adverse effects may involve the gastrointestinal tract, the kidneys and/or the heart. While these benefits are still theoretical in nature and research is ongoing, many pets with cancer do seem to respond to antioxidant nutritional support in a positive way. (Suite101.com)
Autophagy and Crohn’s Disease Apr 28, 2009
Because of its very nature, the gastrointestinal tract is potentially subject to inflammation and infection. Much of its surface is designed to be highly exposed and absorptive, yet it faces a tremendous microbial population. (New England Journal of Medicine)
DNR/EPA return to Cameron searching for tumor causes Apr 28, 2009
Dude wrote on Apr 23, 2009 3:38 AM:" Am I missing something? In all the reading I did about Chromium VI, I cannot find any reference to benign brain tumors. All I see is cancerous tumors within the lung and Gastrointestinal tract. If it were to cause a crain tumor, it would most likely be a cancerous tumor. What was the science that links Chromium VI to benign tumors of the brain? I am not trying to stir trouble or say they are wrong. I just cannot find any information about this that links... (Cameron Observer, MO)
New Minimally Invasive Surgery Option For Patients With Stomach Cancer Apr 17, 2009
MSKCC is one of the few National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers with a specific program in treating cancers of the upper gastrointestinal tract, which includes the stomach. About 100 gastrectomies, both open and laparoscopic, are performed each year at MSKCC one of the highest volumes of surgery for this relatively rare cancer of any center in the country. (Science Daily)
New Risk Variant For Atopic Dermatitis Identified Apr 15, 2009
The same variant on chromosome 11 is also common in patients with Crohn's disease, a chronic inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal tract. Scientists therefore suspect that this variant on chromosome 11 will unravel a novel common disease mechanism that can lead to chronic inflammation of various organs. (Science Daily)
Aspirin May Cause Undetected Bleeding, Study Shows Apr 14, 2009
Anti-clotting medications carry a small risk for bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract -- the esophagus, stomach or intestines. But new research has suggested that anti-clotting drugs can also raise the odds of tiny bleeds in the brain. (KERO 23, CA)
Journey through the center of … my body? Apr 10, 2009
The result: images taken inside the gastrointestinal tract in a procedure known as capsule endoscopy. The tiny camera is known as the PillCam, and it s about the size of a large vitamin pill. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Targeting Specific Disease-causing Bacteria In The Mouth Apr 9, 2009
And antibiotics can kill the normal bacterial population of the mouth, urogenital tract, and gastrointestinal tract. This can lead to infections by opportunistic Candida albicans yeast in the mouth and urogenital tract or the bacterium Clostridium difficile in the gastrointestinal tract. (Science Daily)
A crash course in crash diets Apr 9, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Medical center introduces high-definition endoscopy center Apr 8, 2009
Our new Endoscopy Center will provide our community state-of-the-art HDTV technology in the treatment and diagnosis of upper and lower gastrointestinal tract disease, said Debbie Moeller, chief nursing officer at Lake Pointe Medical Center. The center allows our physicians to perform these procedures using state-of-the-art HDTV endoscopic cameras that enhance their ability to detect GI disease in its earliest stage, while minimizing procedure times for our patients. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Baby broccoli 'controls gut bug' Apr 6, 2009
The bacteria lives in the gastrointestinal tract. Eating a daily portion of broccoli sprouts could help tame the H. pylori bacteria, linked to stomach ulcers and even cancer, research suggests. (BBC News -- Health)
Gutsy germs succumb to baby broccoli Apr 6, 2009
() Sulforaphane appears to trigger cells in the body, including in the gastrointestinal tract, to produce enzymes that protect against oxygen radicals, DNA-damaging chemicals, and inflammation ... Classified a carcinogen by the World Health Organization, H. pylori is a gastrointestinal tract germ that manages to thrive in the lining of the stomach despite the strength of natural acids there that rival that of car batteries. (EurekAlert!)
Doctors identify patients at high risk of C. difficile Apr 1, 2009
Founded in 1897, the AGA is one of the oldest medical-specialty societies in the U.S. Comprised of two non-profit organizationsthe AGA and the AGA Instituteour more than 17,000 members include physicians and scientists who research, diagnose and treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and liver. The AGA, a 501(c6) organization, administers all membership and public policy activities, while the AGA Institute, a 501(c3) organization, runs the organization's practice, research and... (EurekAlert!)
Cattle vaccine for E. coli 0157 receives conditional license Mar 29, 2009
The vaccine represents a significant breakthrough in the beef industry's effort to reduce E. coli that are naturally found in the gastrointestinal tract of cattle. E. coli does not cause illness to cattle, but in very rare cases, the harvested meat can become contaminated and cause food borne illness. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
'Dogs weave a recruiting haul Mar 20, 2009
Doctors thought she had Crohn's disease, which affects the gastrointestinal tract and doesn't have a known cure. It causes abdominal pain, diarrhea, might require surgery and increases the risk of cancer. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
