Gastrointestional System

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Propulsid Recall
The recall of propulid means that cisapride will no longer be available as a treatment option for GERD (reflux). To... »

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Adenovirus
Adenoviruses are very common viruses that can cause infections in children. There are over fifty subtypes of adenovirus... »
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Appendicitis
The appendix is a small, hollow, worm-shaped tube that attaches to the large intestine. Appendicitis is an inflammation... »
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Campylobacter
Campylobacter are bacteria that are a common cause of food poisoning and gastroenteritis. Campylobacter frequently... »
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Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is a food sensitivity to gluten, which is protein found primarily in wheat, rye, and barley. In those... »
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Clostridium Perfringens
Food that looks appetizing at a school cafeteria or a buffet banquet may harbor Clostridium perfringens, an important... »
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CMV
CMV occurs commonly worldwide. Babies are most likely to get it from their mothers. After infancy, children are most... »
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Colic
Almost all babies go through a fussy period. When crying lasts for longer than three hours a day, and is not caused by... »
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Constipation
When a child is constipated, the stool in the intestines has backed up more than it should. The longer stool sits in... »
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Contact Transmission
Contact transmission requires some form of touch to spread an infection. Direct contact transmission involves immediate... »