Don’t Ignore Your Acid Reflux, Expert Warns
MONDAY, Jan. 16, 2023 (HealthDay News) — If you have frequent heartburn or think you may have acid reflux disease, see an expert before you suffer serious complications, one expert warns.”Gastroesophageal reflux disease [GERD] is when you get acid an…
Learn MoreWhat Are Hernias, and How Are They Treated?
SUNDAY, Jan. 15, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Moving a heavy object or even coughing can result in a medical condition known as a hernia.While it’s common, many people don’t know what a hernia is, according to an expert at Penn State Health, who offered d…
Learn MorePeritonitis Tied to Cardiovascular Mortality in Peritoneal Dialysis Population
TUESDAY, Dec. 27, 2022 (HealthDay News) — For patients receiving peritoneal dialysis, peritonitis is associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular mortality, according to a study published in the November issue of Kidney International Reports….
Learn MoreWeekly Dupilumab Beneficial in Eosinophilic Esophagitis
THURSDAY, Dec. 22, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Subcutaneous dupilumab administered weekly is associated with improved histologic outcomes and alleviation of symptoms among patients with eosinophilic esophagitis, according to a study published in the Dec….
Learn MoreReadmission, Emergency Visits High in 120 Days After Ostomy Surgery
FRIDAY, Dec. 9, 2022 (HealthDay News) — There are high rates of health care utilization in the 120 days following abdominal ostomy surgery, according to a study published in the November/December issue of the Journal of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence …
Learn MoreSimplemente estar sano podría prevenir muchos casos de Crohn y colitis
JUEVES, 8 de diciembre de 2022 (HealthDay News) — Las personas que siguen unos cuantos hábitos saludables pueden reducir de forma dramática su riesgo de desarrollar una enfermedad inflamatoria intestinal, informa un nuevo estudio.Adoptar y mantener u…
Learn MoreOne in Seven U.S. Adults Report Past-Week Bloating
FRIDAY, Dec. 9, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Nearly one in seven U.S. adults report experiencing bloating in the past week, according to a study published online Nov. 14 in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology.Janice E. Oh, M.D., from Cedars-Sinai Med…
Learn MoreJust Being Healthy Might Prevent Many Cases of Crohn’s, Colitis
THURSDAY, Dec. 8, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Folks who follow a handful of healthy habits can dramatically reduce their risk of developing an inflammatory bowel disease, a new study reports.Adopting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can prevent up to …
Learn MoreMonitorizar los sonidos del inodoro podría ayudar a detectar enfermedades
MARTES, 6 de diciembre de 2022 (HealthDay News) — Un pequeño sensor de sonido en el inodoro, que puede diferenciar entre orinar, defecar y la diarrea, podría algún día ayudar a prevenir los brotes de cólera. “La esperanza es que este sensor, que tien…
Learn MoreMonitoring Toilet Sounds Could Help Spot Disease
TUESDAY, Dec. 6, 2022 (HealthDay News) — A small toilet-based sound sensor that can tell the difference between peeing, pooping and diarrhea may one day help prevent cholera outbreaks. “The hope is that this sensor, which is small in footprint and no…
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