Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis

8 years ago

I grew up in a family hell-bent on avoiding traditional medicine. I took homeopathic remedies for whater came up, from…

Colitis and Ulcerative Colitis: Symptoms, Causes and Help

8 years ago

At some point in our lives, we have all experienced what is commonly referred to as a '24 hour stomach…

Now UC Why People Don’t like to Talk About UC (Ulcerative Colitis)

8 years ago

First learning about UC was enlightening, yet difficult to deal with. My Father, may he rest in peace, had UC.…

Hepatitis C 101: Simple Answers to Basic Questions

8 years ago

1) What is hepatitis? Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver, liver disease. The term derives from hepat- ( lt; hepar),…

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: How to Avoid GERD Symptoms

8 years ago

GERD, or Gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a condition where acid backs up and enters the esophagus. In other words, this…

Research Helps Prevent Necrotizing Enterocolitis, a Leading Cause of Death in Premature Infants

8 years ago

A team of researchers at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC has been able to identify a molecular switch that,…

Tips for College Students Dealing with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

8 years ago

I was diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome a little over a year ago, when I was a freshman in college.…

Getting Certification as a Gastroenterology Nurse

8 years ago

Nurses experienced in a gastroenterology environment can seek to advance their careers by getting certification. One way of achieving this…

The Affect of Alcohol on the Female Hepatitis C Patient

8 years ago

Hepatitis C is a complex liver disorder which affects more than four million individuals each year, many unaware of the…

Hepatitis C and the Impact of Diet and Nutrition

8 years ago

With more than four million Americans suffering from hepatitis C, many without knowledge, the health complications and risk associated with…