Recent winners Oct 6, 2008
2005: Barry J. Marshall and Robin Warren, of Australia, for their work in how the bacterium Helicobacter pylori plays a role in gastritis and peptic ulcer disease. 2004: Richard Axel and Linda B. Buck, both of the United States, for their work in studying odorant receptors and the organization of the olfactory system in human beings. (MSNBC -- Health)
What's The Main Risk Factor Of Gallstone Disease? Sep 23, 2008
In the studied population, the risk factors for GD in males were increasing age, BMI, concomitant diseases such as diabetes, liver cirrhosis, peptic ulcer and coronary disease, low levels of HDL and total cholesterol, and high levels of triglycerides while, in females, only increasing age and BMI.. Increasing age, pain in the right hypocondrium/epigastrium and the presence of concomitant diseases are predictors of GD. Pain in the right hypocondrium or epigastrium was the only symptom associated... (Science Daily)
Which is more accurate, serology test or C14-urea breath test? Sep 10, 2008
There are reports suggesting that there is an association between the level of H. pylori IgG antibodies and the severity of inflammation of the gastric mucosa and also between antibody level and a current peptic ulcer ... They showed by comparing H. pylori IgG antibodies from two peptic ulcer populations that coming from a background population with a high H. pylori prevalence, that the level of IgG antibodies could not be used to predict active peptic ulcer disease and did not show any... (EurekAlert!)
Jesse Jackson hospitalized after complaining of stomach pains Sep 5, 2008
September 4, 2008 Posted: 03:40 PM ET. CHICAGO, Illinois (CNN) The Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized after complaining of stomach pains, a spokeswoman for Northwestern Memorial Hospital said Thursday. (CNN Political Ticker)
Free drug samples may end up costing uninsured more Sep 5, 2008
Nearly 2,000 prescriptions categorized as antihypertensives (blood pressure medications), oral diabetic agents, peptic ulcer and gastroesophageal reflux medications, and non-narcotic pain medications, were tracked for the nine months leading up to and following the relocation of the practice, at which time the drug sample closet was permanently closed due to a lack of suitable storage space in the new building. Researchers found that, for uninsured patients, the percentage of medications... (EurekAlert!)
Acute Bleeding from a Peptic Ulcer Aug 28, 2008
Ian M. Gralnek, M.D., M.S.H.S., Alan N. Barkun, M.D., C.M., M.Sc. and Marc Bardou, M.D., Ph. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Proton Pump Inhibitors Increase Risk Of Bone Fractures, Study Finds Aug 13, 2008
12, 2008) Patients who use proton pump inhibitors for 7 or more years to treat reflux, peptic ulcers and other conditions are at greater risk of osteoporosis-related fractures, according to this large observational study of 15,792 patients published in CMAJ. ... Proton pump inhibitors a class of drugs commonly prescribed to control and prevent symptoms and complications of peptic ulcer disease and GERD (reflux) are widely used by patients for many years. (Science Daily)
Powerful Antacid Drugs Raise Fracture Risk Aug 13, 2008
MONDAY, Aug. 11 (HealthDay News) -- New Canadian research shows that long-term use of proton pump inhibitors for acid reflux, peptic ulcers and related disorders elevates the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures ... PPIs are powerful antacid drugs prescribed for peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other related conditions ... "From this newest article, the comfortable zone looks like a length of time longer than the other studies, seven years, which is a nice... (MEDLINEplus)
COPD Patients Have High Mortality Rate from Ulcers Jul 17, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have a substantial increase in short-term mortality if they also have bleeding or perforated peptic ulcers, results of a Danish study indicate ... In the last decade, evidence has accrued that smokers and patients with COPD are at increased risk of developing peptic ulcers, along with complications, such as perforations and bleeding, Dr. Steffen Christensen, of Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark, and... (MEDLINEplus)
Antidepressants tied to gastrointestinal bleeding Jul 8, 2008
Such risk factors for gastrointestinal bleeding include a peptic ulcer or being elderly, he said. Some SSRIs include: Forest Laboratories Inc's Celexa (citalopram); GlaxoSmithKline's Paxil (paroxetine); Pfizer Inc's Zoloft (sertraline); and Prozac, introduced by Eli Lilly and Co in 1987 but now off patent and widely available generically as fluoxetine. (Reuters India)
Immune Cells May Induce Gastritis During H. Pylori Infection May 28, 2008
ScienceDaily (May 27, 2008) For the first time researchers from Australia and The Netherlands examine the inflammatory response induced by macrophages that may contribute to the development of gastritis during Helicobacter pylori infection in mice. H. pylori is the causative agent of human chronic gastritis, a condition that often leads to gastrointestinal ulcers and cancer. (Science Daily)
Medical research is essential to improving the economy and bettering lives May 7, 2008
He notes that the human papillomavirus vaccine, the antibiotic elimination of H. pyloriinduced peptic ulcer disease, and the all-trans-retinoic acid cure of promyelocytic leukemia are all cost-effective advances that have improved lives and lowered costs. Of course, these advances took years to achieve, and long-term robust funding of research was necessary for their potential to be realized. (EurekAlert!)
Treating Stomach Infection Early Protects against Cancer May 6, 2008
Stomach cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death worldwide and about half the world's population is infected with H. pylori, which is recognized as a major cause of both peptic ulcers and stomach cancer ... It's been unclear when doctors should screen and treat people with antibiotics -- other than immediate relatives of patients with stomach cancer and peptic ulcer disease -- or when to treat H. pylori infection for maximum benefit, Fox said. (MEDLINEplus)
Early Treatment Of Stomach Infection May Prevent Cancer May 3, 2008
Although H. pylori infection is now recognized as the major cause of both peptic ulcers and gastric cancer, and has been classified as a group I carcinogen by the World Health Organization, physicians are not sure whom to screen and treat with costly antibiotics, aside from first degree relatives of gastric cancer patients and those with peptic ulcer disease, he adds. Since it typically takes several decades for gastric cancer to develop in those who are susceptible -- which is estimated to be... (Science Daily)
Birth in taxi, thanks to docs Apr 22, 2008
They said she had a perforated peptic ulcer and could have died of blood loss without timely treatment, Viral said. Karuna was among the lucky few the rush has forced charitable hospitals to limit themselves to admitting only accident victims and cardiac arrest cases. (Calcutta Telegraph)
Excess Pneumonia Deaths Linked To Engine Exhaust, Study Suggests Apr 17, 2008
Calculations revealed that pneumonia, peptic ulcer, coronary and rheumatic heart diseases, lung and stomach cancers, and other diseases, were all associated with a range of emissions, as well as deprivation, smoking, binge drinking and a northern location. Further analysis, allowing for the effects of the social factors, showed that pneumonia deaths were strongly and independently linked to emissions, with the exception of sulphur dioxide from coal burning. (Science Daily)
Exhaust Fumes 'Have Killed Thousands' Apr 15, 2008
Calculations revealed that pneumonia, peptic ulcer, coronary and rheumatic heart diseases, lung and stomach cancers and other diseases were all associated with a range of combustion emissions, as well as social deprivation, smoking, binge drinking and living in the North. Advertisement. (Sky News)
Interventions designed to improve the quality and efficiency of medication use in managed care: a critical review of the literature - 2001-2007 Apr 8, 2008
Predominant strategies were: educational interventions (n=20, including dissemination of educational materials, and group or one-to-one educational outreach); monitoring and feedback (n=22, including audit/feedback and computerized monitoring); formulary interventions (n=66, including tiered formulary and patient copayment); collaborative care involving pharmacists (n=15); and disease management with pharmacotherapy as a primary focus (n=41, including care for depression, asthma, and peptic... (BioMed Central)
Night Shift Work May Boost Women's Disability Risk Apr 5, 2008
Shift work has been linked with heart disease, breast cancer, peptic ulcer, sleep disturbances, poor pregnancy outcomes and accidents, Dr. F. Tuchsen and colleagues from the National Research Centre for the Working Environment in Copenhagen note. "It is therefore not surprising that the incidence of disability retirement is higher among shift workers, but we have no knowledge about why women should be more vulnerable to shift work than men as our results suggest,". (MEDLINEplus)
How HIV Turns Food-poisoning Into Lethal Infection Mar 25, 2008
18, 2007) A research group in China has found that the prevalence of H pylori infection and peptic ulcer in HIV-positive patients was lower than that of the general population. Helicobacter pylori has been. (Science Daily)
A Key Miscommunication Mar 6, 2008
She had a history of congestive heart failure, mitral regurgitation, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, hypothyroidism, peptic ulcer disease, and depression. She had no history of coronary artery disease or cardiac. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Meridian Bioscience keeps good times rolling in 1Q Jan 22, 2008
John Kraeutler, president and chief operating officer, said in a news release that growth was led by the company's tests for the hospital-acquired infection clostridium difficile; helicobacter pylori, which causes peptic ulcer disease; and toxogenic E. coli. During the quarter, Meridian also introduced two rapid tests for upper respiratory infections: TRU Flu and TRU RSV.. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Smaller babies linked to mental health problems in adult life Jan 19, 2008
Shift work has been linked to increased risk of heart disease, breast cancer, peptic ulcer, sleep disturbance, complications of pregnancy and accidents, but further research is needed to explain why women are more vulnerable than men. Occup Environ Med 2007;doi:10. (The Australian)
Shire Completes FOSRENOL(R) Roll-Out in Major European Markets With Launch in Spain Jan 17, 2008
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Takeda Seeks U.S. Approval to Market 2 New Drugs Jan 7, 2008
said Friday it has applied for regulatory approval to market two new drugs--an antidiabetic drug and a peptic ulcer drug and--in the United States. "> Takeda Seeks U.S. Approval to Market 2 New Drugs Tokyo, Jan 4, 2008 (Jiji Press) - Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. said Friday it has applied for regulatory approval to market two new drugs--an antidiabetic drug and a peptic ulcer drug and--in the United States. The antidiabetic drug, alogliptin, is a new drug for type 2 diabetes, to be taken orally... (JCN Network, Japan)
ASGE offers guidelines on endoscopic treatment of dyspepsia Dec 22, 2007
These nonspecific symptoms can be indicative of an underlying diagnosis such as peptic ulcer disease, GERD, functional disorders (nonulcer dyspepsia), and malignancy ... Dyspepsia is not only a convenient descriptor for upper-gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, but also a marker for the risk of structural disease: malignancy is present in 1 to 3 percent of patients with dyspepsia, and peptic ulcer disease in another 5 to 15 percent ... In many patients with dyspepsia who have peptic ulcer disease,... (EurekAlert!)
'Dragon's Blood' Quenches Stomach Ulcer Bacteria Nov 13, 2007
Researchers, however, have never identified the active ingredients in dragon's blood responsible for its beneficial health effects on peptic ulcer and preventing blood clots ... 18, 2007) A research group in China has found that the prevalence of H pylori infection and peptic ulcer in HIV-positive patients was lower than that of the general population. (Science Daily)
Feature: Learn to cope through knowledge and hope by sharing and caring: Oct 30, 2007
In others, a stressful situation could earn one, stomach ulcers or in scientific term, peptic ulcer. One important extreme form of stress that one can be subjected to, consciously or unconsciously is social isolation. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
HIV-positive Patients have a Low Prevalence Of H Pylori In Gut Oct 19, 2007
A research group in China has found that the prevalence of H pylori infection and peptic ulcer in HIV-positive patients was lower than that of the general population ... Helicobacter pylori has been extensively studied and proven to be the main cause of chronic gastritis and peptic ulcer in the HIV-negative population ... Patients with chronic active gastritis have evidence of H pylori infection in over 90% of cases and in 70-100% of those with peptic ulcer disease. (Science Daily)
Aiyar's condition stable: Doctors Oct 18, 2007
The 66-year-old Union Minister had already suffered a mild attack and had other ailments like peptic ulcer, he said. Loading. (Times of India)
FDA Advisory Committee Votes in Favor of Earlier Use of Phosphate Binders in Stage 4 Kidney Disease Patients With Hyperphosphatemia Oct 17, 2007
Patients with acute peptic ulcer, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, or bowel obstruction were not included in FOSRENOL clinical studies. Caution should be used in patients with these conditions. (PR Newswire)
Many Patients Don't Report Use of Over-the-Counter Pain Drugs Oct 17, 2007
But in people with gastrointestinal problems, the painkillers can worsen indigestion, upset stomachs and peptic ulcer disease. With prolonged use, they can also cause bleeding or liver problems. (MEDLINEplus)
Causes of Chest Pain Sep 18, 2007
Pulmonary, Gastrointestinal, and Musculoskeletal, Not Just Cardiac. Chest pain is typically associated with a heart attack, but that's not the only cause. (Suite101.com)
Nobel Laureate to work at PSU Sep 13, 2007
Marshall and co-recipient J. Robin Warren received the prize "for their discovery of the bacterium Helicobacter pylori and its role in gastritis and peptic ulcer disease," according to www. nobelprize. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Brain-gut Relationship In Those Suffering With Stomach Pain Or Discomfort To Be Studied Sep 7, 2007
Patients with peptic ulcer disease, a history of drug or alcohol abuse, and past abdominal surgeries will be excluded from the trial. Women who are pregnant and patients whose reading skills are insufficient to complete self report questionnaires will also be excluded. (Science Daily)
Peptic Ulcer Disease Jul 19, 2007
In 1984, Marshall and Warren discovered a tiny curved or spiral-shaped gram-negative rod (bacilli) in the stomachs of persons with symptoms of peptic ulcers ... In others, of peptic ulcers (gastric and duodenal) are present ... H. pylori is not the only cause of peptic ulcers; another major cause is non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) such as aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen. (Suite101.com)
Helicobacter Pylori Treatment Jul 18, 2007
It is now evident that Helicobacter pylori is a contributing agent of peptic ulcer disease (Ables, et al., 2007). With this information at hand, it is now possible for patients with this condition to be treated. (Suite101.com)
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Clinical Trials Update: June 27, 2007 Jun 28, 2007
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2. Gout (Hyperuricemia). (Health-Finder)
Alert Hardin girl, 5, credited for saving grandfather's life Jun 27, 2007
Porter found Beasley bleeding from a burst peptic ulcer and warned family members ... Beasley, who has a peptic ulcer, went to bed early on the night of June 13 at the Hardin home of his step-daughter Robin Porter. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Class planned for July to help tobacco users quit Jun 12, 2007
Smoking is a major factor in coronary heart disease and stoke, may be casually related to malignancies in other parts of the body and has been linked to a variety of other conditions and disorders, including slowed healing of wounds, infertility and peptic ulcer disease. For the first time, the Surgeon General includes pneumonia in the list of diseases caused by smoking. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
The Wood Apple Jun 6, 2007
An infusion of Bael leaves is regarded as an effective remedy for peptic ulcer. The leaves are soaked overnight in water. (Suite101.com)
H. Pylori Cured Faster with Addition of Two Agents May 29, 2007
Standard treatment for Helicobacter pylori, a gastrointestinal bacterial infection associated with gastritis and peptic ulcer disease, includes two antibiotics and a proton pump inhibitor. However, this regimen fails to eradicate the bacteria in about 25 percent of patients. (MEDLINEplus)
Salt reduction may cut stomach ulcer risk May 24, 2007
23/05/2007 - High-salt diets may encourage the growth of Helicobacter pylori bacteria in the stomach, said to be the cause of millions of cases of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease each year, says a new study that may have added implications for salt reduction in foods ... H. pylori is the only bacteria that can survive in the acidic environment of the stomach and it is known to cause peptic ulcers and gastritis. (FoodNavigator.com)
NAC wears many hats May 8, 2007
Avoid NAC if you have peptic ulcer disease. I wouldn't combine NAC with seizure medications, nitrates or other chelating drugs. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Chocolate linked to low blood pressure Apr 25, 2007
BACTERIUM AND ASTHMA Helicobacter pylori, the main cause of peptic ulcer disease, might have a beneficial effect in reducing the risk of asthma and allergies, a study published in the journal Archives of Internal Medicine suggests. Researchers questioned 7,663 men and women about their history of asthma, allergic rhinitis and allergy symptoms, and tested them for antibodies to H. pylori. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Short-term mortality after perforated or bleeding peptic ulcer among elderly patients: a population-based cohort study Apr 18, 2007
Mortality after perforated and bleeding peptic ulcer increases with age ... We aimed to examine the association of age with short-term mortality after perforated and bleeding peptic ulcer and to determine the impact of comorbidity on this association ... In this population-based cohort study in three Danish counties between 1991 and 2003 we identified two cohorts of patients: those hospitalized with a first-time discharge diagnosis of perforated peptic ulcer and those with bleeding peptic ulcer.... (BioMed Central)
Abbott Announces FDA Approval of a New Coated Niaspan Tablet Apr 7, 2007
Important Safety Information Niaspan is contraindicated in patients with allergies to any of its ingredients, active peptic ulcer disease, significant or unexplained persistent liver dysfunction, or arterial bleeding. Niaspan should not be substituted for equivalent doses of immediate-release niacin. (PR Newswire)
New Potential Health Benefit Of Olive Oil For Peptic Ulcer Disease Feb 15, 2007
Already fabled for an array of health benefits, extra virgin olive oil a centerpiece of the Mediterranean Diet may have a new role in helping to prevent and treat Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infections, which cause millions of cases of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease each year, researchers in Spain report ... "These results open the possibility of considering extra virgin olive oil a chemoprotective agent for peptic ulcer or gastric cancer, but this bioactivity must be confirmed in vivo... (Science Daily)
Heartburn Treatment May Increase Bile Reflux Feb 14, 2007
A new study may explain why individuals treated for acid reflux with proton-pump inhibitors (PPI) still experience reflux symptoms. Researchers from the Lynn Health Science Institute in Oklahoma City, OK, treated 15 individuals with significant complaints of heartburn, with either a PPI or with a placebo. (Science Daily)
Arcoxia for Arthritis Provides Limited GI Protection Feb 10, 2007
Yet because peptic ulcer complications are relatively rare, the MEDAL program may have been underpowered to detect an actual treatment effect. To suggest what the true treatment effect might be, Drs. (MedPage Today)
Concern over delay of tobacco law Jan 31, 2007
A stick of cigarette contains over 4,000 chemicals which when inhaled could result in cardiovascular diseases; cancer of the kidney, lung, breast, pancreas and bladder and peptic ulcer, bronchitis and emphysema among other diseases. Prof. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Australia Day Honours - honouring the achievers Jan 26, 2007
Dr Barry James MARSHALL, Subiaco WA. For service to medicine and medical research, notably the discovery of the Helicobacter pylori bacterium and its role in gastritis and peptic ulcer disease ... Dr John Robin WARREN, Northbridge WA. For service to medicine and medical research, notably the discovery of the Helicobacter pylori bacterium and its role in gastritis and peptic ulcer disease. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Clues To Cause Of Difficulty With Swallowing In Children Jan 19, 2007
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EE) is disease that was first described in children only 20 years ago, but has shown a rising incidence in both children and adults. An inflammatory condition of the esophagus, its symptoms including vomiting, heartburn and difficulty in swallowing. (Science Daily)
New HIV Test May Predict Drug Resistance Jan 16, 2007
have discovered why the bacterium Helicobacter pylori, which causes peptic ulcer disease, is sensitive to metronidazole, a critical component. . (Science Daily)
Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease: Study Demonstrates Long-term Durability Of Endoscopic Procedure Jan 13, 2007
-- A peptic ulcer is an ulcer of one of those areas of the gastrointestinal tract that are usually acidic. A more general term, peptic ulcer disease (PUD), is also in use. (Science Daily)
