morefocus Gastrointestinal Tract http://www.gitract.info/articles morefocus Information on Gastrointestinal Tract en-us support@morefocus.com support@morefocus.com PHP RSS Feed Generator Acid Reflux and GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Defines gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and discusses acid reflux. http://www.gitract.info/articles/esophageal-disorders/gerd.php 01/24/2008 07:24:50 AM Halitosis: More Than Just Bad Breath? Discusses halitosis, or bad breath, which is usually caused by improper or irregular dental hygiene, but can sometimes be a sign of underlying health issues. http://www.gitract.info/articles/mouth/bad-breath-halitosis.php 01/23/2008 15:19:24 PM More than Heartburn: GERD Symptoms and Diagnosis Discusses heartburn and other GERD symptoms. Lists methods of GERD diagnosis. http://www.gitract.info/articles/esophageal-disorders/gerd/symptoms-of-gerd.php 11/02/2007 17:50:28 PM Preventing GI Tract Problems The GI tract’s purpose is to break down carbs, proteins and fats. Diseases of the GI tract can be dangerous. Read on to learn about how to prevent GI tract problems. http://www.gitract.info/articles/esophageal-disorders/gerd/preventing-gi-tract-problems.php 10/09/2007 10:47:27 AM Colon Cleansing Colon cleansing is a unique procedure. Get information on the colon cleansing process, its effects and more. http://www.gitract.info/articles/preventing-gi-tract-problems/colon-cleansing.php 10/09/2007 10:42:45 AM Nutrition in Cystic Fibrosis Defines cystic fibrosis with a focus on malabsorption and how it is solved, including pancreatic enzyme therapy and altering diet. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/malabsorption-syndrome/cystic-fibrosis.php 08/22/2007 07:46:44 AM Esophageal Cancer: Symptoms, Survival Rates & Treatment Discusses esophageal cancer causes, statistics, symptoms, prognosis, treatment, prevention, and the two types of esophagus cancer: squamous cell and adenocarcinoma. http://www.gitract.info/articles/esophageal-disorders/esophageal-cancer.php 08/20/2007 15:57:19 PM Upset Stomach (Dyspepsia): Stomach & Abdominal Pain Describes upset stomach, characterized by heartburn, abdominal pain and nausea. Stresses that further tests are needed if stomach pain fails to respond to medication. http://www.gitract.info/articles/stomach-disorders/upset-stomach.php 08/14/2007 07:27:13 AM The Esophagus and Esophagus Disorders Explains esophagus function, and discusses esophageal disorders. http://www.gitract.info/articles/stomach-disorders/esophageal-disorders.php 08/06/2007 08:31:32 AM Constipation: Causes and Relief Discusses causes of constipation, constipation relief, and constipation in children. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/constipation.php 08/06/2007 08:26:16 AM Rapid Gastric Emptying and Gastroparesis: Motility Disorders Explains rapid gastric emptying (dumping syndrome), delayed gastric emptying (gastroparesis) and why gastric bypass surgery is a common cause for gastric emptying. http://www.gitract.info/articles/stomach-disorders/gastric-emptying.php 08/06/2007 08:19:24 AM Disorders of the Large and Small Intestines Lists intestinal disorders, including disorders of the large and small intestine. http://www.gitract.info/articles/stomach-disorders/intestinal-disorders.php 08/03/2007 09:01:56 AM Flatulence, Abdominal Bloating and Intestinal Gas Discusses flatulence, abdominal bloating and the formation of intestinal gas. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/flatulence.php 08/03/2007 08:55:12 AM Hemorrhoid Symptoms, Piles, and Rectal Itching Discusses causes of hemorrhoids (piles) and hemorrhoid symptoms such as rectal itching. http://www.gitract.info/articles/anorectal-problems/hemorrhoids.php 08/03/2007 08:52:08 AM A List of Human Intestinal Parasites Provides a list of human intestinal parasites. Briefly discusses each parasite, including symptoms, methods of diagnosis and treatment. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/intestinal-parasites.php 08/03/2007 08:36:14 AM Colorectal Cancer: A Brief Overview Provides a brief overview of colorectal cancer, which is cancer of the colon or the rectum. Also discusses symptoms of colorectal cancer, such as irregular bowel movements. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/colon-cancer.php 07/31/2007 09:49:45 AM An Overview of Stomach (Gastric) Cancer Discusses stomach (gastric) cancer by presenting an overview of the disease, including risk factors, symptoms, statistics, and treatment options. http://www.gitract.info/articles/stomach-disorders/stomach-cancer.php 07/19/2007 07:34:00 AM Understanding Stomach Disorders Gives an overview of stomach disorders including gastric emptying, peptic ulcer, upset stomach and viral gastroenteritis. http://www.gitract.info/articles/stomach-disorders/stomach-disorders.php 07/19/2007 07:33:10 AM Oral Thrush (Candidiasis): A Candida albicans Infection Provides a general overview of oral thrush/candidiasis (caused by the fungus candida albicans) by discussing the causes, symptoms, and treatment options. http://www.gitract.info/articles/mouth/thrush.php 07/19/2007 07:19:13 AM Throat and Larynx Cancer: Symptoms, Stages, and Treatments Provides an overview of throat and larynx cancer. Discusses causes, symptoms, staging, and treatment options. Includes information on throat anatomy. http://www.gitract.info/articles/mouth/throat-larynx-cancer.php 07/19/2007 07:18:42 AM Mouth and Tongue Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments Provides a general overview of cancer of the mouth and tongue. Discusses causes, symptoms, and treatments for oral cancer. Also provides a basic anatomy of the mouth. http://www.gitract.info/articles/mouth/mouth-tongue-cancer.php 07/19/2007 07:17:53 AM Dental Health — For Your Mouth and Your Body! Discusses the importance of good oral hygiene and dental health. Untreated mouth infections can cause health problems throughout the body. http://www.gitract.info/articles/mouth/mouth.php 07/19/2007 07:15:57 AM Preventing Gum Disease (Gingivitis & Peridontitis) Provides information on gum disease and the types of health problems it can cause. Discusses the progression from gingivitis to periodontitis, and treatment options. http://www.gitract.info/articles/mouth/gum-disease.php 07/19/2007 07:15:20 AM Ulcerative Colitis Treatment: Diet, Medications and Surgery Addresses treatment options such as anti-inflammatory drug medications, use of corticosteroids, diet modifications, hospitalization and surgery for ulcerative colitis. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/ulcerative-colitis/ulcerative-colitis-treatment.php 07/19/2007 07:14:43 AM Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms and Complications Discusses some of the common colitis symptoms including abdominal pain and cramping as well as serious complications of ulcerative colitis, such as toxic megacolon. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/ulcerative-colitis/ulcerative-colitis-symptoms.php 07/19/2007 07:14:24 AM Information About Ulcerative Colitis Provides information on the inflammatory bowel disease ulcerative colitis (UC), a disease of the large intestine (colon), and compares it to the other IBD, Crohn's disease. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/ulcerative-colitis.php 07/19/2007 07:13:44 AM Whipple: Whipple's Disease and the Whipple Procedure Provides an overview of Whipple's disease, including causes, symptoms, and treatment. Also includes information about the Whipple procedure. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/malabsorption-syndrome/whipple.php 07/19/2007 07:12:54 AM Tropical Sprue: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments Discusses tropical sprue, a digestive disorder that results in nutritional deficiencies. Also lists the locations of the world where the disease occurs more frequently. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/malabsorption-syndrome/tropical-sprue.php 07/19/2007 07:12:15 AM Pernicious Anemia: Vitamin B12 Deficiency Discusses the causes, symptoms, risk factors and treatments of pernicious anemia, a blood disorder resulting from a lack of available vitamin B12 in the body. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/malabsorption-syndrome/pernicious-anemia.php 07/19/2007 07:11:50 AM An Overview of Lactose Intolerance Discusses lactose intolerance causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Also provides a list of lactose free non-dairy products containing calcium. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/malabsorption-syndrome/lactose-intolerance.php 07/19/2007 07:11:17 AM About Malabsorption Syndrome Provides an overview of malabsorption syndrome, a prime cause of malnutrition, by defining what it is, what causes it, what symptoms are present and how to diagnose it. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/malabsorption-syndrome.php 07/19/2007 07:10:23 AM Irritable Bowel Syndrome Medications Describes the most frequently prescribed irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) medications including low-dose antidepressants, antispasmodics and laxatives. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/irritable-bowel-syndrome/irritable-bowel-medication.php 07/19/2007 07:09:38 AM Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Fiber and Your Diet Explains dietary factors that exacerbate the symptoms of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) and gives information on the theories regarding the addition of fiber to the diet. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/irritable-bowel-syndrome/irritable-bowel-diet.php 07/19/2007 07:08:25 AM Diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Explains how IBS diagnosis is largely a process of exclusion. Discusses recent developments in diagnosis that identify an established pattern of symptoms. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/irritable-bowel-syndrome/irritable-bowel-diagnosis.php 07/19/2007 07:07:57 AM Alternative Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatments Explores alternative remedies for relieving IBS symptoms, including biofeedback therapy, acupuncture and Chinese herbs as part of irritable bowel syndrome treatment. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/irritable-bowel-syndrome/alternative-ibs-relief.php 07/19/2007 07:07:08 AM What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Defines IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, a digestive system disorder. Lists its other names, such as spastic colon, and common misconceptions and discusses who's at risk for the condition. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/irritable-bowel-syndrome.php 07/19/2007 07:06:28 AM Colon Polyps: A Possible Precursor to Colon Cancer? Provides information about colon polyps (a benign tumor), including symptoms, causes, prevention, treatments. Lists types, including adenomatous polyps. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/colon-polyps.php 07/19/2007 07:05:01 AM GERD Treatment: Antacids, GERD Medications and Surgery Describes GERD treatment, including GERD medications, antacids, and GERD surgery. http://www.gitract.info/articles/esophageal-disorders/gerd/gerd-treatment.php 07/19/2007 07:03:57 AM Terminology of the Intestine Defines terms one might see related to intestinal disorders, such as biopsy, colectomy, colitis, peritonitis, ulcer and toxic megacolon. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/intestinal-terminology.php 07/12/2007 14:02:35 PM The Anatomy and Terminology of the Intestine Defines terms related to intestine anatomy, including small intestine, large intestine and colon. http://www.gitract.info/articles/intestinal-disorders/intestinal-anatomy.php 07/12/2007 14:02:20 PM Dry Mouth: A Salivary Gl