Encyclopedia - Ulcer: Encyclopedia - Ulcer
An ulcer (from Latin ulcus) is an open sore of the skin, eyes or mucous membrane, often caused by an initial abrasion and generally maint...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cushing Ulcer: Encyclopedia - Cushing Ulcer
A Cushing ulcer is a gastric ulcer produced by elevated intracranial pressure. it is also called as von Rokitansky-Cushing syndrome. Apar...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcer: Encyclopedia Ii - Ulcer - Skin Ulcers
The skin is the largest organ of the human body. Classification systems are used to communicate the severity and depth of an ulcer. It is...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Curling Ulcer: Encyclopedia - Curling Ulcer
A Curling ulcer is a stress ulcer associated with severe burns. The mechanism of ulcer formation is loss of plasma volume leading to slou...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Buruli Ulcer: Encyclopedia - Buruli Ulcer
The Buruli ulcer (also known as the Bairnsdale ulcer) is an infectious disease caused by the Mycobacterium ulcerans, from the same family...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Colitis: Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory disease of the bowel that usually affects the distal end of the large intestine and rectum. It has ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Dermal Necrosis: Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Dermal Necrosis
Ulcerative dermal necrosis (UDN) is a chronic dermatological disease of cold water salmonid fish that had a severe impact on north Atlant...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Bedsore: Encyclopedia - Bedsore
Bedsores, also called pressure sores or pressure ulcers, are ulcers (sores) caused by prolonged pressure or rubbing on vulnerable areas o...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cytoprotectant: Encyclopedia - Cytoprotectant
A cytoprotectant is any medication that combats ulcers not by reducing gastric acid but by increasing mucosal protection. Drugs that work...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Blister: Encyclopedia - Blister
A blister or bulla is a defense mechanism of the human body. It consists of a pool of lymph and other bodily fluids beneath the upper lay...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cyclooxygenase: Encyclopedia - Cyclooxygenase
Cyclooxygenase (COX) is an enzyme (EC 1.14.99.1) that is responsible for formation of important biological mediators called prostanoids (...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Stomach: Encyclopedia - Stomach
In anatomy, the stomach (in ancient Greek στόμαχος) is an organ in the alimentary canal used to digest food. Generally, the stoma...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Leprosy: Encyclopedia - Leprosy
Leprosy, sometimes known as Hansen's disease, is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae, an aerobic, acid fast, rod-shaped ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Barry Marshall: Encyclopedia - Barry Marshall
Barry J. Marshall, MBBS (born 30 September 1951 in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia) is an Australian physician and Professor of Clinical Mi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Acid Indigestion: Encyclopedia - Acid Indigestion
Acid indigestion is a type of indigestion involving an excess of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. Frequent occurrence of acid indigestio...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Colitis: Encyclopedia - Colitis
Colitis (also known as colonitis) is an inflammation of the colon. It is a digestive disorder. There are several different types and caus...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Colonoscopy: Encyclopedia - Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is the minimally invasive endoscopic examination of the large colon and the distal part of the small bowel with a fiber optic...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Peptic Ulcer: Encyclopedia Ii - Peptic Ulcer - Pathophysiology
Classical causes of ulcers (tobacco smoking, blood groups, spices and a large array of strange things) are of relatively minor importance...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Peptic Ulcer: Encyclopedia Ii - Peptic Ulcer - Diagnosis
In patients in whom peptic ulcer is suspected, esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD, a form of endoscopy) is indicated. By direct visual ident...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Mouth Ulcer: Encyclopedia Ii - Mouth Ulcer - Causes
The exact cause of mouth ulcers is unknown, but factors that appear to provoke them include stress, fatigue, illness, injury from acciden...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Mouth Ulcer: Encyclopedia Ii - Mouth Ulcer - Symptoms
Mouth ulcers often begin with a tingling or burning sensation at the site of the future sore. In a few days they often progress to form a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Peptic Ulcer: Encyclopedia Ii - Peptic Ulcer - Epidemiology
In Western countries the prevalence of Helicobacter pylori infections roughly matches age (i.e., 20% at age 20, 30% at age 30, 80% at age...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Peptic Ulcer: Encyclopedia Ii - Peptic Ulcer - Treatment
Younger patients with ulcer-like symptoms are often treated with antacids or H2 antagonists before EGD is undertaken. Bismuth compounds m...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Colitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Ulcerative Colitis - Features
Ulcerative colitis - Comparison to Crohn's disease. Ulcerative colitis is similar to Crohn's disease, but there are characteristic diff...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Colitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Ulcerative Colitis - Symptoms
Ulcerative colitis - Comparison to Crohn's disease. Ulcerative colitis is similar to Crohn's disease, but there are characteristic diff...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Colitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Ulcerative Colitis - Treatment
Although much progress has been made in the last 20 years, in understanding and treating the disease, a definitive treatment or cure for ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Colitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Ulcerative Colitis - Treatment
Although great progress has been made in the last 20 years, in understanding and treating the disease, a definitive treatment or cure for...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Colitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Ulcerative Colitis - Cause
The cause of ulcerative colitis is unknown, although infective agents have been suspected, and there is a genetic component to susceptibi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Colitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Ulcerative Colitis - Cause
The cause of ulcerative colitis is unknown, although infective agents have been suspected, and there is a genetic component to susceptibi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Colitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Ulcerative Colitis - Course
People with ulcerative colitis may initially have bloody diarrhea (the severity of which is variable from time to time). Because of destr...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ulcerative Colitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Ulcerative Colitis - Course
People with ulcerative colitis may initially have bloody diarrhea (the severity of which is variable from time to time). Because of destr...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Peptic Ulcer: Encyclopedia Ii - Peptic Ulcer - Signs And Symptoms
Symptoms of a peptic ulcer can be: Abdominal pain; Hematemesis (vomiting blood); Melena (tarry feces due to oxidised iron from hemoglobi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Mouth Ulcer: Encyclopedia Ii - Mouth Ulcer - Home Treatment
Mouth ulcers normally heal without treatment within seven to ten days. The best start is to make sure you have good oral hygiene and avoi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Mouth Ulcer: Encyclopedia Ii - Mouth Ulcer - Treatment For Severe Cases
Treatments based on antibiotics and steroids are reserved for severe cases, and should be used only under medical supervision. Tetracycli...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Rolf Benirschke: Encyclopedia Ii - Rolf Benirschke - Living With Ulcerative Colitis
However, the problem worsened in the 1979 season, when, on the team plane coming home from a road trip, Rolf collapsed. He underwent two ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Chronic Wound: Encyclopedia Ii - Chronic Wound - Types
The vast majority of chronic wounds can be classified into three categories: venous, diabetic, and pressure ulcers (Mustoe, 2004; Moreo, ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Rolf Benirschke: Encyclopedia Ii - Rolf Benirschke - About Rolf
Rolf attended La Jolla High School in La Jolla, California. In the 1977 NFL Draft he was the second-to-last pick by the Oakland Raiders, ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Chronic Wound: Encyclopedia Ii - Chronic Wound - Contributing Factors
In addition to poor circulation, neuropathy, and difficulty moving, factors that contribute to chronic wounds include systemic illnesses,...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Helminthic Therapy: Encyclopedia Ii - Helminthic Therapy - Trial Results
A 24 week trial with 29 Crohn's disease patients showed remarkable results. After 24 weeks 79.3% of the patients showed a response to the...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Chronic Wound: Encyclopedia Ii - Chronic Wound - Pathophysiology
Chronic wounds may affect only the epidermis and dermis, or they may affect tissues all the way to the fascia (Crovetti et al., 2004). Th...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Helicobacter Pylori: Encyclopedia Ii - Helicobacter Pylori - Treatment
In patients who are asymptomatic, treatment is not usually recommended. In gastric ulcer patients where H. pylori is detected, normal pro...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Encyclopedia Ii - Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding - Causes
The causes of upper gastrointestinal bleeds are varied. The majority are related to peptic ulcer disease, encompassing both gastric ulcer...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cyclooxygenase: Encyclopedia Ii - Cyclooxygenase - Pharmacology
In terms of their molecular biology, COX-1 and COX-2 are of similar molecular weight (67 and 72 kDa respectively), and having 65% amino a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cyclooxygenase: Encyclopedia Ii - Cyclooxygenase - Physiology
See also prostaglandin and eicosanoid for more details COX converts arachidonic acid to prostaglandin H2 (PGH2), the precursor of all pro...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Stomach: Encyclopedia Ii - Stomach - Anatomy Of The Human Stomach
The stomach lies between the esophagus and the first part of the small intestine (the duodenum). It is on the left side of the abdominal ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Stomach: Encyclopedia Ii - Stomach - Control Of Secretion And Motility
The movement and the flow of chemicals into the stomach are controlled by both the autonomic nervous system and by various digestive syst...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Bedsore: Encyclopedia Ii - Bedsore - Classification
The ulcers are categorized into four stages, subject to size and depth: Stage I is the most superficial, with only superficial irritatio...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Stomach: Encyclopedia Ii - Stomach - Histology Of The Human Stomach
Like the other parts of the gastrointestinal system, the stomach walls are made of a number of layers. Starting inside the (the lumen) go...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - H₂-receptor Antagonist: Encyclopedia Ii - H₂-receptor Antagonist - Clinical Use Of H2-antagonists
H₂-receptor antagonist - Indications. H2-antagonists are clinically used in the treatment of acid-related gastrointestinal conditions...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Leprosy: Encyclopedia Ii - Leprosy - History
Hansen's disease has been recognized as a problem since the beginning of recorded history. It has been reported as early as 1350 BC in Eg...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Leprosy: Encyclopedia Ii - Leprosy - History
Hansen's disease has been recognized as a problem since the beginning of recorded history. It has been reported as early as 1350 BC in Eg...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Indomethacin: Encyclopedia Ii - Indomethacin - Adverse Effects
Since indomethacin inhibits both COX-1 and COX-2, it inhibits the production of prostaglandins in the stomach and intestines which mainta...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Leprosy: Encyclopedia Ii - Leprosy - Asylums
There are still a few leper colonies around the world, in countries such as India and the Philippines. Western humanitarian and church or...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Encyclopedia Ii - Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Forms
Main forms of IBD: Crohn's disease Ulcerative colitis (UC) The main difference between the two is the location and nature of the inflam...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Leprosy: Encyclopedia Ii - Leprosy - Clinical Features
The disease is caused by a mycobacterium which multiplies very slowly and mainly affects the skin, nerves, and mucous membranes. The orga...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Leprosy: Encyclopedia Ii - Leprosy - Incidence
According to recent figures from the World Health Organization (WHO) new cases detected worldwide has decreased by approximately 107,000 ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Leprosy: Encyclopedia Ii - Leprosy - Clinical Features
The disease is caused by a mycobacterium which multiplies very slowly and mainly affects the skin, nerves, and mucous membranes. The orga...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Leprosy: Encyclopedia Ii - Leprosy - Incidence
According to recent figures from the World Health Organization (WHO) new cases detected worldwide has decreased by approximately 107,000 ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Chancroid: Encyclopedia Ii - Chancroid - Symptoms And Signs
After an incubation period of one day to two weeks, chancroid begins with a small bump that becomes an ulcer within a day of its appearan...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Malignant Melanoma: Encyclopedia Ii - Malignant Melanoma - Staging
Further context on cancer staging is available at TNM. Stage 0: Melanoma in Situ (Clark Level I), 100% Survival Stage I/II: Invasive Mela...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Helicobacter Pylori: Encyclopedia Ii - Helicobacter Pylori - History
In 1875, German scientists found spiral bacteria in the lining of the human stomach; the bacteria could not be grown in culture and the r...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Glycopyrrolate: Encyclopedia Ii - Glycopyrrolate - Medical Uses
Glycopyrrolate decreases acid secretion in the stomach by blocking certain substances' activities in the body. Hence it is usually used f...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tungiasis: Encyclopedia Ii - Tungiasis - Symptoms
The symptoms of this disease include: Severe pruritus Pain Inflammation and swelling Lesions and ulcerations, with black dots in the cen...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Basal Cell Carcinoma: Encyclopedia Ii - Basal Cell Carcinoma - Forms
Various forms are recognised: Nodular: flesh-colored papule with telangiectasis. If it ulcerates, it becomes a "rodent ulcer" (ulcus rod...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Helicobacter Pylori: Encyclopedia Ii - Helicobacter Pylori - Genome Studies Of Different Strains
Several strains are known, and the genomes of two have been completely sequenced[11]. The genome consists of 26695 strain has about 1.7 m...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Helicobacter Pylori: Encyclopedia Ii - Helicobacter Pylori - Genome Studies Of Different Strains
Several strains are known, and the genomes of two have been completely sequenced[11]. The genome of the strain "26695" consists of about ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Helicobacter Pylori: Encyclopedia Ii - Helicobacter Pylori - Gastric Cancer Connection
Gastric cancer (rare) and gastric MALT lymphoma (lymphoma of the mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue) have been associated with H. pylori, ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Helicobacter Pylori: Encyclopedia Ii - Helicobacter Pylori - Gastric Cancer Connection
Gastric cancer and gastric MALT lymphoma (lymphoma of the mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue) have been associated with H. pylori, and the...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Calendula: Herbal Therapy Dictionary On Calendula
calendula: traditionally used to treat gastric and duodenal ulcers, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, and epistaxis; varicose veins, hemorrhoi...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Licorice Root: Herbal Therapy Dictionary On Licorice Root
licorice root: used for catarrhal conditions of the upper respiratory tract and gastric/duodenal ulcers. Licorce is an ingredient in c...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Helicobacter Pylori: Encyclopedia Ii - Helicobacter Pylori - Structure Of The Bacterium
H. pylori is a spiral-shaped gram-negative bacterium, about 3 micrometres long with a diameter of about 0.5 micrometre. It has 4-6 flagel...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Helicobacter Pylori: Encyclopedia Ii - Helicobacter Pylori - Infection And Diagnosis
Infection may be symptomatic or asymptomatic (without visible ill effects). It is estimated that up to 70% of infection is asymptomatic. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gregory Cochran: Encyclopedia Ii - Gregory Cochran - Pathogen Theories
Many of Cochran's theories are pathogenic theories of disease - they revolve around the idea that many common diseases are caused by path...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Celecoxib: Encyclopedia Ii - Celecoxib - Adverse Effects
Main article: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug Aside from the incidence of gastric ulceration, celecoxib exhibits a similar adverse d...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Milk Of Magnesia: Encyclopedia Ii - Milk Of Magnesia - Pharmaceutical Uses
Available over-the-counter, it is most commonly used in alleviating constipation, but can also be used to relieve indigestion and heartbu...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Cat's Claw Bark: Herbal Therapy Dictionary On Cat's Claw Bark
cat's claw bark: used to treat AIDS patients, arthritis, neurobronchitis, allergies, rheumatism, diverticulosis, Crohn's disease, pept...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Goldenseal: Herbal Therapy Dictionary On Goldenseal
goldenseal: used to strengthen the immune system; acts as an antibiotic; has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, potentiat...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Fecal Occult Blood: Encyclopedia Ii - Fecal Occult Blood - Results
An estimated 1-5% of the tested population have a positive fecal occult blood test. Of those, about 2-10% have cancer, while 20-30% have ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gentian Violet: Encyclopedia Ii - Gentian Violet - Applications
Commonly used for Tinea; eg Athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm Candida albicans and related infections; eg thrush, yeast infections...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Biofeedback: Encyclopedia Ii - Biofeedback - Types Of Biofeedback
One variety of biofeedback is EEG feedback, which uses electrodes placed on the scalp to garner information about the user's brainwaves. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Anal Fissure: Encyclopedia Ii - Anal Fissure - Causes
Most anal fissures are caused by stretching of the anal mucosa beyond its capability. Various causes of this fissure include: Straining ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Erysipelas: Encyclopedia Ii - Erysipelas - Cause And Transmission
Unlike cellulitis, almost all erysipelas is caused by Group A beta haemolytic streptococci (Streptococcus pyogenes). Erysipelas infection...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Intestine: Encyclopedia Ii - Intestine - Diseases Of The Intestine
Gastroenteritis is inflammation of the intestines and is the most common disease of the intestines. It can arise as the result of food po...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Melena: Encyclopedia Ii - Melena - Causes
The most common cause of melena is peptic ulcer disease. Any other cause of bleeding from the upper gastro-intestinal tract, or even the ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ileostomy: Encyclopedia Ii - Ileostomy - Reasons For Having An Ileostomy
Ileostomies are necessary where disease or injury has rendered the large intestine incapable of safely processing intestinal waste, typic...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Infliximab: Encyclopedia Ii - Infliximab - Other Uses
Case studies have been done into other uses of infliximab, such as to treat skin diseases. Remicade (Infliximab) has been approved for tr...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Mastocytosis: Encyclopedia Ii - Mastocytosis - Symptoms
Chemicals released by mast cells cause changes in the immune system leading to typical allergy symptoms such as: itching abdominal cramp...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Rofecoxib: Encyclopedia Ii - Rofecoxib - Adverse Drug Reactions
Aside from the reduced incidence of gastric ulceration, rofecoxib exhibits a similar adverse effect profile to other NSAIDs. Main article...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Kate Beckinsale: Encyclopedia Ii - Kate Beckinsale - Private Life
Beckinsale and Welsh actor Michael Sheen have a daughter, Lily (born 31 January 1999), but they are no longer together. In June 2003, she...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Oral Cancer: Encyclopedia Ii - Oral Cancer - Symptoms
Skin lesion, lump, or ulcer: On the tongue, lip, or other mouth area Usually small Most often pale colored, may be dark or discolored Ma...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Oral Cancer: Encyclopedia Ii - Oral Cancer - Signs And Tests
An examination of the mouth by the health care provider or dentist shows a visible and/or palpable (can be felt) lesion of the lip, tongu...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Solar Plexus Chakra: New Age Spiritual Dictionary On Solar Plexus Chakra
solar plexus chakra The third chakra, located just above the navel, is the center of intuition, emotion and power. This chakra influen...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Propionibacterium Acnes: Encyclopedia Ii - Propionibacterium Acnes - Role In Disease
When a pore is blocked this anerobic bacteria overgrows and secretes chemicals that break down the wall of the pore, spilling bacteria su...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Squirrel Parapoxvirus: Encyclopedia Ii - Squirrel Parapoxvirus - Symptoms
In red squirrels, the virus causes skin ulcers, lesions, and scabs. It can also cause swelling and discharge (from the lesions/scabs) nea...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Lichen Planus: Encyclopedia Ii - Lichen Planus - Differential Diagnosis
The clinical presentation of lichen planus may also resemble other conditions, including: Lichenoid drug reaction Lupus Erythematosus Ch...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Encyclopedia Ii - Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Forms
Main forms of IBD: Crohn's disease Ulcerative colitis (UC) Other diseases account for much less cases in which IBD is diagnosed Collag...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Sporotrichosis: Encyclopedia Ii - Sporotrichosis - Forms And Symptoms Of Sporotrichosis
This is the most common form of this disease. Symptoms of this form includes nodular lesions or bumps in the skin, at the point of entry ...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Dream Interpretation Ulcer: Dream Interpretation Dictionary - Ulcer
  Ulcer To see an ulcer in your dream, signifies loss of friends and removal from loved ones. Affairs will remain unsatisfactor...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Dream Interpretation Dictionary Ulcer: Dream Interpretation - Ulcer
  Ulcer To see an ulcer in your dream, signifies loss of friends and removal from loved ones. Affairs will remain unsatisfactor...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Ulcer Dream Symbol: Dreams Interpretation Dictionary - Ulcer
Ulcer Dream Symbols: Something is eating away at you, something you can't stomach.   (Source: Myths - Dreams - Symbols)   Re...   » Read the article