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Obesity Raises Risk Of Complications In Pregnancy, Study Shows
July 16, 2009 — Expectant mothers who are obese are much more likely to suffer from minor complications such as heart burn and chest infections during pregnancy, a study suggests. Research found that obese ... > full story -
Acid-Reducing Medicines May Lead To Dependency
July 1, 2009 — Treatment with proton pump inhibitors for eight weeks induces acid-related symptoms like heartburn, acid regurgitation and dyspepsia once treatment is withdrawn in healthy individuals. Data suggests ... > full story -
Gastrin Plays Significant Role In Helicobacter-Induced Stomach Cancer
June 24, 2009 — Scientists have studied the role of Helicobacter infection in the development of stomach cancer, and found that the hormone gastrin, which stimulates secretion of gastric acid, plays a key role in ... > full story -
New Evidence That Vinegar May Be Natural Fat-Fighter
June 22, 2009 — Researchers are reporting new evidence that the ordinary vinegar -- a staple in oil-and-vinegar salad dressings, pickles, and other foods -- may live up to its age-old reputation in folk medicine as ... > full story -
Chemical Fingerprint Of Barrett's Esophagus Identified
June 8, 2009 — Canadian Light Source scientists used the synchrotron's infrared microscope to identify the chemical fingerprint of Barrett's esophagus, a condition that can lead to esophageal ... > full story -
Use Of Acid-Suppressive Medications Associated With Increased Risk Of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
May 26, 2009 — Hospitalized patients who receive acid-suppressive medications such as a proton-pump inhibitor have a 30 percent increased odds of developing pneumonia while in the hospital, according to a new ... > full story -
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Technique Eradicates Problems In Most Patients With Barrett's Esophagus
May 22, 2009 — A procedure that uses heat generated by radio waves to treat Barrett's esophagus, a condition caused by acid reflux (severe heartburn), can eliminate signs of the potentially cancer-causing disorder ... > full story -
Chronic Diarrhea Unresponsive To Conventional Medication: Are You Taking Lansoprazole?
May 13, 2009 — Lansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor which powerfully suppresses gastric acid production and is widely prescribed for chronic use in gastroesophageal reflux disease. Lansoprazole uncommonly causes ... > full story -
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Benefits Of Anti-Clotting Medications Reduced By Common Heartburn Drugs
May 6, 2009 — Proton pump inhibitors interfere with anti-clotting protection of clopidogrel. The anti-clotting action of the medication clopidogrel can be compromised by common drugs for the treatment of heartburn ... > full story -
Biodegradable Gel Being Studied As Treatment For Esophageal Cancer
April 15, 2009 — Gastroenterologists are studying the safety and efficacy of a new system for delivering chemotherapy for patients with esophageal cancer, a rare, but deadly disease that attacks the throat. The ... > full story
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