Stomach ulcer
A stomach ulcer is a break in the tissue lining the stomach. Most are caused by infection with the Helicobacter pylori bacterium, not stress or poor diet as once thought. Treatment options include antibiotics and acid-suppressing medications. A ... [... more]
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Digestive system - quiz
Learn about digestion and test your knowledge of the digestive system with our quick health quiz. How important are the liver, the stomach and saliva to digestion? The answers are here. It might help if you learn more about where your food is ... [... more]
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Diarrhoea - Better Health Channel.
Diarrhoea is the frequent passing of watery faeces (poo). Other symptoms include cramps and pains in the abdomen (stomach), nausea and vomiting. The most common cause is an infection of the intestines, such as gastroenteritis or food poisoning. ... [... more]
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Peritonitis - Better Health Channel.
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 ... [... more]
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Tuberculosis treatment
Treatment of tuberculosis (TB) takes six to nine months and sometimes longer. The tablets you take may cause some side effects such as itchiness or an upset stomach. The bacteria that cause tuberculosis could become resistant to treatment if you ... [... more]
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Heartburn is a form of indigestion
Heartburn or reflux occurs when the contents of the stomach back up into the oesophagus, causing a burning sensation. Most healthy people experience heartburn from time to time. Pregnant women can also experience heartburn. Overweight people can ... [... more]
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Cancer and food
Diet can influence some cancers. Cancers of the stomach, bowel, lung, prostate and uterus are more likely to develop if your diet is high in fat and low in fruit, vegetables and fibre. There is no evidence that specific foods can cause or cure ... [... more]
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Food safety - quiz
Do you know how to avoid food poisoning? Our health quiz tests your knowledge on food safety and offers tips on safe food preparation, cooking and storage. If you and your family seem to be suffering from frequent stomach upsets, now you know why ... [... more]
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Gastritis - Better Health Channel.
Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining. Common causes include infection, anti-inflammatory drugs and alcohol. Often gastritis has no symptoms but symptoms can include loss of appetite, pain in the upper abdomen just under the ribs, ... [... more]
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Digestive system - Better Health Channel.
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 ... [... more]
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Stomach cancer - some possible causes
Stomach cancer is more common in developing nations, while becoming less so in Western countries. This type of cancer is thought to be triggered by diet and Helicobacter pylori infection, possibly working in combination. Stomach cancer is more ... [... more]
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Stomach cancer
The stomach is part of the digestive system, which helps to break down food. Although 500 Victorians are diagnosed with stomach cancer each year, it is becoming less common in Australia and other Western countries. Diet is thought to play some ... [... more]
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