Digestion and Stomach Disorders

Follow the links below to find information on digestion, stomach and other gastrointestinal disorders, and related conditions such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, gallstones, gastroenteritis, cancers, indigestion, incontinence, hernias, liver diseases and ulcers.

Reviewed October 2011

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Title:	Peritonitis
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	Peritonitis is inflammation of the membranes of the abdominal wall and organs. Peritonitis may be caused by the rupture of infected organs such as the appendix or bowel. Symptoms include strong abdominal (stomach) pain. Peritonitis is life threatening if not treated promptly.
Date:	Aug 2011

Title:	Primary sclerosing cholangitis
Publisher:	Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:	Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of primary sclerosing cholangitis by professional health specialists.
Date:	Jun 2011

Title:	Biliary drainage
Publisher:	The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR)
Description:	Detailed information for health consumers and carers about having a biliary drainage procedure - including what it is, how to prepare, how it is done, risks and benefits and after effects
Date:	Dec 2010

Title:	Liver problems - primary biliary cirrhosis
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	Primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) is chronic inflammation and scarring of the bile ducts within the liver. The cause is unknown and there is no cure. PBC seems to be associated with other autoimmune diseases including rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma and Sjogren's syndrome but the reason is not known. Symptoms vary but may include fatigue, skin pigmentation, jaundice, itching skin, weight loss, easy bruising and indigestion.
Date:	Jan 2011

Title:	Fibre in food
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	Dietary fibre is found in the indigestible parts of plants. Good sources of fibre include wholegrain foods, fruits and vegetables. Drinking lots of fluid is also important to avoid constipation.The main role of fibre is to keep the digestive system healthy. Fibre has also been shown to benefit diabetes, blood cholesterol levels and weight control.
Date:	Jan 2011

Title:	Steatorrhoea
Publisher:	Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:	Information on the features and management of steatorrhoea, a condition characterised by an increase in faecal fat content caused by fat malabsorption.
Date:	Sep 2011

Title:	Digestive system
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	The digestive system breaks down food and delivers nutrients to every cell in the body via the bloodstream. The digestive tract starts at the mouth and ends at the anus. Organs that are part of the digestive system include the stomach, small intestine, pancreas, liver and large intestine (bowel). Common problems of the digestive system include colitis, diverticulitis, gastroenteritis, heartburn and ulcers.
Date:	Mar 2010

Title:	Gastroscopy: examination of the upper digestive tract - myDr.com.au
Publisher:	myDr
Description:	Gastroscopy is an examination of the upper digestive tract (the stomach and duodenum) using a long, thin, flexible tube with a camera.
Date:	Nov 2009

Title:	Cholangiography - myDr.com.au
Publisher:	myDr
Description:	Cholangiography is an examination that uses X-rays and contrast medium (dye) to view your bile ducts.
Date:	Sep 2009

Title:	Flatulence - myDr.com.au
Publisher:	myDr
Description:	Find out about the symptoms and causes of that potentially embarrassing problem of flatulence.
Date:	Jun 2009

Title:	Suspected acute cholecystitis
Publisher:	Department of Health Western Australia
Description:	Diagnostic imaging algorithm for suspected acute cholecystitis.
Date:	Apr 2009

Title:	Hospital procedures for diseases of the digestive tract in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other Australians
Publisher:	Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
Description:	Hospitalisation rates for diseases of the digestive system are lower among Indigenous peoples compared with other Australians. However, of those who are hospitalised with a disease of the digestive system, Indigenous people are less likely to have a procedure recorded than other Australians.
Date:	Dec 2008

Title:	Primary biliary cirrhosis
Publisher:	Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:	Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of primary biliary cirrhosis by professional health specialists.
Date:	Feb 2008

Title:	Cholecystitis
Publisher:	Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:	Cholecystitis is the inflammation of the gallbladder. It occurs mostly as a complication of gallstones. Provides information on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of the disease.
Date:	Feb 2008

Title:	Alternatives to cisapride (Prepulsid)
Publisher:	Australian Prescriber
Description:	Cisapride was a drug that was used to treat several types of stomach problem. It will not be used so much in future because of safety concerns. In some patients cisapride can cause an abnormal heart rate; this can be fatal.
Date:	Oct 2001

Title:	Help for common digestive problems
Publisher:	Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
Description:	Guide to common digestive problems including causes and prevention: heartburn, stomach ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, bowel cancer and constipation.
Date:	Apr 1998

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