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The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) conducts and supports research on many of the most serious diseases affecting public health. The Institute supports much of the clinical research on the diseases of internal medicine and related subspecialty fields, as ...
Medicines such as cortisone and hydrocortisone. These medicines reduce irritation from crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. They may be taken either by mouth or as suppositories. (Brand names: cortone acetate, hydrocortone. )
Industry:Medical
The part of an internal organ that pushes through an opening in the organ’s wall. Most hernias occur in the abdominal area. For an example, see inguinal hernia.
Industry:Medical
A chronic liver condition caused by scar tissue and cell damage, which makes it hard for the liver to remove poisons or toxins such as alcohol and drugs from the blood. These toxins build up in the blood and may impact brain function.
Industry:Medical
A wavelike movement of muscles in the gastrointestinal (gi) tract. Peristalsis moves food and liquid through the gi tract.
Industry:Medical
Viruses that cause gastroenteritis and respiratory infection. Vomiting and diarrhea appear about 1 week after exposure. Infections occur all year round and most often in children less than 2 years old.
Industry:Medical
An immune reaction to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. The disease causes damage to the lining of the small intestine and prevents absorption of nutrients.
Industry:Medical
An operation to create an opening, called a stoma, between the jejunum and the abdomen.
Industry:Medical
