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… of the stomach or upper small intestine. They form when the digestive juices produced by the stomach erode or eat away the lining of the digestive tract. Peptic ulcers may form in the lining of the … perforation happens, partly digested food, bacteria, and enzymes from the digestive tract may spill into the belly …
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… spread of germs . How do I prevent traveller's diarrhea? An oral vaccine to help protect against traveller’s diarrhea … and the elderly, dehydration from diarrhea is a concern. Oral rehydration salts (ORS) should be considered. Oral rehydration salt (ORS) If diarrhea is severe or does …
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… illness, such as heatstroke or heat exhaustion. Digestive system problems Damage to the nerves of the … frequent meals that are low in fibre and fat may help digestive problems like gastroparesis. Or you may take … illness, such as heatstroke or heat exhaustion. Digestive system problems Damage to the nerves of the …
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… (negative) in your blood. High levels of HBV DNA and liver enzymes may be present in both of these types of chronic … or negative, have high levels of HBV DNA, and your liver enzymes are above the normal level for 3 to 6 months. Either … and have high levels of HBV DNA, and your liver enzymes are normal and you don't have cirrhosis. …
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… to watch for other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral Moderate: 38°C … and lower Blood in the stool can come from anywhere in the digestive tract, such as the stomach or intestines. … your symptoms. Black stools may mean you have blood in the digestive tract that may need treatment right away, or may …
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… cells are involved. Exocrine (say "EX-oh-krin") cells make digestive juices. Endocrine (say "EN-doh-krin") cells make … trial that might be right for you. Treating pain and digestive problems Pain Pain is one of the main concerns of … can be used to help ease the pain by shrinking the tumour. Digestive problems Sometimes the tumour presses on and …
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… (CPK). CK is made up of three smaller types of enzymes, called isoenzymes: MM, MB, and BB. A doctor looks not only at the … an increase in total creatine kinase (CK) and in the isoenzymes. This test is often used to look for damage to …
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… to watch for other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral Moderate: 38°C … usual. Blood in the stool can come from anywhere in the digestive tract, such as the stomach or intestines. … your symptoms. Black stools may mean you have blood in the digestive tract that may need treatment right away, or may …
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… to watch for other symptoms. High: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral High fever: 40°C (104°F) or higher, oral Moderate: 38°C … fluids. Blood in the stool can come from anywhere in the digestive tract, such as the stomach or intestines. … your symptoms. Black stools may mean you have blood in the digestive tract that may need treatment right away, or may …