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What to know about immunotherapy for stomach cancer
Immunotherapy may help shrink a tumor or slow the growth of cancer cells. People may have it in combination with other treatments for stomach cancer.
Even Skipping Meat for One Meal Helps Liver Disease Patients
Advanced liver cirrhosis can push levels of ammonia in the blood to hazardous levels, but skipping meat at mealtime can help reverse that, new research shows.
Upper GI Bleed: Everything You Need to Know
Bleeding in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract can stem from several causes that affect any of the organs in the upper digestive system. An upper GI bleed is bleeding in the mouth, esophagus (food tube), stomach, or small intestine.
What External Hemorrhoids Look Like and How to Get Rid of Them
Hemorrhoids, also known as piles, are swollen or inflamed veins in your rectum or anus. They develop from increased pressure on the skin in and around the anal area.1 Hemorrhoids can be internal or external. External hemorrhoids can be the most painful. They form under the skin around your anus. They can cause anal itching and swelling when the skin around them is irritated.
Why hydration matters for people with ulcerative colitis
Frequent diarrhea is a common symptom of ulcerative colitis (UC). Remaining hydrated is important for someone with UC because frequent diarrhea can lead to dehydration, a potentially serious health condition.UC is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the lining of the large intestine, or colon. Common symptoms of UC include abdominal pain, bloody stool, and diarrhea.