How to soothe heartburn
Heartburns are quite common. The burning sensation can be handled by some people, but for some it may be quite irritating, painful and scary. That’s why it is best to know what you should do if you experience heartburn often. First thing is of course to visit a doctor and consult with him, then you should get some tips on what’s the best way to get rid of the pain. You should try taking a spoon of vinegar that can help digestion, or a glass of water with baking soda.
The burning sensation in your chest can be quite painful if you are lying down. You may feel it while you are asleep, but don’t be alarmed. Just make sure to stand up straight immediately and the gravity can help your esophagus clear the stomach acid.
An inside look at a Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is the tool of choice for physicians who need to detect the colon cancer, which is a leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S.
THeVisualMD created an educational video that explains what doctors do see trough the camera on the thin tube, and how they detect polyps – the abnormal growths.
Read about colonoscopy and watch the video here – http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=inside-look-colonoscopy-video.
Learn How to Keep a Good Gastritis Diet
Gastritis, is an inflammation of the stomach which causes the lining to get red, swollen and painful. In order to soothe its unpleasant effects, you should first discern what kind of diet you should be on. The research does not show one correct diet for everyone since different foods can cause trouble to some patients, but not to all of them.
If you suffer from gastritis you should avoid any food or drink which upsets the stomach. Firstly, have a balanced diet and discover what foods and drinks your stomach is comfortable with.
Smoking as an independent risk factor of liver fibrosis
Smoking, in a dose-dependent fashion, increases the risk of liver fibrosis in primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC). It does this without apparent increase in the histological inflammatory activity, shows a study published in the Journal of Hepatology, and European association for the study of the liver.
The conclusion is that PBC (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis) patients should not be encouraged to smoke.
“Smoking history data were collected from 223 PBC patients using a standardized questionnaire. Histological data were available in 164 patients at presentation… Smoking history prior to diagnosis was reported in 58 patients (26%). Twenty-five patients (11%) were active smokers at diagnosis. Male gender (OR, 4.5), alcohol intake > 20 g/d (OR, 4.2), and F3-F4 fibrosis stage (OR, 2.7), but not inflammatory grade, bile duct changes, biochemical or immunological features, were associated with smoking history.”, the study says.
Genetic research may help beat stomach cancer
Researchers at the Australian Monash Institute of Medical Research have found a gene that may explain what causes stomach cancer. Interestingly, the same gene may be overactive also in lung cancer.
“The gene makes the STAT3 protein, which controls hundreds of other genes important for cell survival, cell growth and promoting angiogenesis — the formation of new blood vessels. These are very important in relation to cancer. If you can target or block the actions of this STAT3 protein, you can potentially block the growth and survival of cancer (tumor) cells and the formation of new blood vessels, which feed tumors to help them grow,” explains the researcher Brendan Jenkins for the Age.
How To Prevent Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are a common mild ache. It is a result of straining during bowel movement among other causes, the symptoms of which are rectal bleeding and itching, and sometimes pain.
Hemorrhoids are easily cured, all you need is a change of lifestyle and diet. Watch this Howcast guide on how to prevent Hemorrhoids. Remember, you should always consult with your doctor when changing diet or if home treatment doesn’t help.
Remote-Controlled Capsule Endoscopy Safe and Effective
German Researchers find Remote-Controlled Capsule Endoscopy to be Safe and Effective.
Becker’s ASC Review Article by Jaimie Oh. Read full Article Click Here.
Read the news release about the remote-controlled capsule endoscopy (pdf).
FDA Reviewers Uncertain of New Pancreatic Drug
Emily P. Walker, a Washington Correspondent of MedPage Today informs us on a New Pancreatic Drug in today’s article: FDA Reviewers Uncertain of New Pancreatic Drug
Placebo Effect Is Real, Not Attempt to Deceive
Interesting article and video by Crystal Phend, Senior Staff Writer at MedPage Today about 80 irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients and the Placebo effect.
Read the full article here: Placebo Effect Is Real, Not Attempt to Deceive
Long-Term Daily Aspirin Cuts Cancer Deaths
John Gever, Senior Editor of MedPage Today writes about the Long-Term Daily Aspirin Cuts Cancer Deaths. This well known theory has been researched for years. This article was developed in collaboration with ABC News.
Ben Terrany, M.D.