gastritis

Upper gastrointestinal involvement is common in Egyptian patients with ulcerative colitis

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Background and objectives This study investigates upper gastrointestinal tract (UGIT) involvement in patients with ulcerative colitis (UC), a condition traditionally considered limited to the colon. Although extra-colonic manifestations of UC are well recognized, UGIT issues have received less attention. This research aimed to document the clinical, endoscopic, and histopathological UGIT findings in adults with UC … Read more

Fecal microbiota transplantation emerges as a promising approach to H. pylori eradication

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Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a widespread bacterial infection associated with gastritis, peptic ulcers, and gastric cancer. While conventional antibiotic-based treatments have been the gold standard for eradication, their efficacy has been steadily declining due to the alarming rise in antibiotic resistance. This has spurred interest in alternative therapies, one of which is fecal microbiota transplantation … Read more

‘Paracetamol Challenge’ Risks Fatal Consequences for Teens

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The French National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products has alerted healthcare professionals and parents about a concerning trend known as the “Paracetamol Challenge” that is gaining popularity, particularly on social media, among children and adolescents. This challenge involves the deliberate ingestion of toxic doses of paracetamol to evaluate one’s resistance and … Read more

ACG Issues First Guidance on Gastric Premalignant Conditions

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The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) has issued its first clinical practice guideline on the diagnosis and management of gastric premalignant conditions (GPMCs) including atrophic gastritis, gastric intestinal metaplasia, dysplasia, and certain gastric epithelial polyps, all of which have an increased risk of progressing to gastric cancer. The guideline was published online on March 12 … Read more

Zinc-carrying proteins may activate PPIs in the absence of gastric acid

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Acid reducing medicines from the group of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are best-selling drugs that prevent and alleviate stomach problems. PPIs are activated in the acid-producing cells of the stomach, where they block acid production. Researchers at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) made the surprising discovery that zinc-carrying proteins, which are found in all … Read more

Benefits and Precautions of Swallowing Honey

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Honeycomb: Sweet Treat or Hidden Health Powerhouse? Honeycomb, that golden lattice of beeswax and raw honey, has long been prized for its unique taste and texture. Beyond its culinary appeal, recent studies suggest honeycomb may hold surprising health benefits. While not a miracle cure, incorporating modest amounts into your diet could offer a sweet boost. … Read more

Yuna Reveals Her Guilt-Free Late-Night Snack for a Slim Body

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ITZY’s Yuna Shares Her Guilt-Free Late-Night Snack Proposal Table of Contents ITZY’s Yuna Shares Her Guilt-Free Late-Night Snack Proposal Why Sashimi? ⁢ Key Takeaways from Yuna’s Late-Night Snack⁢ Routine why Sashimi is the Perfect Late-Night​ snack for Health-Conscious Foodies The Nutritional Powerhouse of Sashimi White Fish vs.Red Fish: What’s the Better Choice? Beyond Sashimi: Other … Read more

Biomarker for Upper GI Disorders?

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TOPLINE: Dysbiosis of the oral microbiome is associated with various upper gastrointestinal (UGI) disorders and precancerous lesions, with specific microbial signatures varying by disease and oral site, research shows. METHODOLOGY: Emerging evidence suggests that the oral microbiota may contribute to the development of gastrointestinal malignancies, leading to efforts to identify biomarkers for early detection and … Read more