Question 1

why does the er prefer to use metoclopramide for nausea and vomiting due to gastrointesteritis instead of zofran (ondansetron)?

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Well : It increases motility Which can be affected by gastroenteritis Zofran (ondansetron) doesn't

Question 2

what is gastrointerithis?

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Gastroenteritis.: Inflammation of the stomach and intestines.  Could be from a variety of causes - often infectious.

Question 3

what is gastroenterology?

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Subspecialty: This is a subspecialty within internal medicine that focuses on the nonsurgical diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the esophagus, stomach, duodenum, small and large intestines, liver, and pancreas. Gastroenterologists do endoscopy to look at the inside of the gut and its glands, manage patients with chronic  hepatitis and cirrhosis, and much else.

Question 4

what is colitis?

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A generic: Term for inflammation in the colon, better known as the large intestine.

Question 5

what is gastritis?

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Stomach upset: The suffix "itis" means "inflammation".  The prefix "gastro" means "stomach."  the term "gastritis" thus means an "inflammed stomach."    the term is often used imprecisely to mean stomach upset, which can derive from both acid & non-acid causes, slow emptying of the stomach, h.Pylori infection, atrophic & hypersecretory problems.  Try acid blockers & diet modification, recommended by your doctor.

Question 6

what is pancreasitis?

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Pancreatitis: Pancreatitis is an inflammation or infection of the pancreas..The organ that controls digestion and blood sugar. Pancreatitis is often seen in those who have other problems with their GI tract and those who drink heavily.

Question 7

what is pandiverticulosis?

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Diverticulosis: Of the entire colon. Diverticulosis is most common in the sigmoid colon, but can be seen throughout the entire large bowel.

Question 8

what is eosinophilic esophagitis? what is the treatment?

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EoE: The hallmark is infiltrate of eosinophils in the wall of the esophagus leading to symptoms of reflux and at times stricture due to repeated eosinophilic inflammation. Many if not all of the cases are thought to be related to a food reaction and eliminating a few major foods have been helpful for many.  Others will likely need to swallow a topical cortisone to reduce the inflammation. Much to learn

Question 9

what is steatorrhea?

Accepted Answer

Fat malabsorption: Steatorrhea means that there is fat in the stool. The pancreas secretes an enzyme, lipase, into the small intestine in response to ingestion of a fatty meal. The secretion of lipase is impaired when the pancreas is affected by conditions like pancreatitis, gall stones that get stuck, or pancreas cancer. Other causes exist, such as infection of the small intestine or crohn disease.

Question 10

what is esophagealcandidiasis?

Accepted Answer

Esophageal candidias: This a condition in which the esophagus is colonized and infected with the organism candida albicans.  It occurs mostly in those with compromised immune systems.

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