Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy generally takes a long time to develop, progressing in 10 to 20 years and leading to end-stage renal failure. Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy is a chronic kidney disease caused by IgA protein deposits inside the kidney's filters (glomeruli). Usually, these glomeruli filter waste and surplus water from the circulation, delivering it …
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Fibromyalgia is a long-lasting condition that causes pain throughout the body. Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a condition that affects the digestive system and causes symptoms such as cramping, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. There has long been a link between the two. Read more to learn about the relationship between fibromyalgia and IBS. Is irritable bowel syndrome associated with …
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Kidney donation surgery While most people have two kidneys, people who have donated a kidney can lead active and full lives. Kidney donor surgery is considered a very low-risk surgery with few major complications. Laparoscopic surgery is the preferred way to do kidney donor surgeries. Laparoscopic surgery takes longer than open surgery, but donors will have less pain and faster …
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Steatorrhea, or fatty stool, occurs when there is too much fat that the digestive system can’t absorb. Learn about 15 common causes of steatorrhea Steatorrhea, or fatty stool, occurs when there is too much fat that the digestive system can’t absorb. Stools containing fat may be thick, float, have an oily or greasy look, and smell bad. Temporary steatorrhea can …
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What is heartburn? Heartburn happens when your stomach acid comes up your throat. It is also called acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux, but it is a symptom of these conditions. Ongoing acid reflux that doesn’t get better or interferes with your life is called gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. This condition can lead to serious damage and a disease called …
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Symptoms of excessive gas Gas is a normal, healthy feature of the digestive process. Burping and passing gas (farting) are also normal. If there is a disturbance in your digestive tract, you might have gas pain because the gas is not moving through your body as it should. If you have experienced increased gas or have a higher than normal …
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What are the differences between proton pump inhibitors and Zantac 360? Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and Zantac 360 reduce the production of acid and are used to prevent and treat acid-related conditions including esophageal duodenal and stomach ulcers, NSAID-associated ulcers, ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Some proton pump inhibitors are available over-the-counter (OTC) and some require a …
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Because there is no vaccination available against hepatitis C, hepatitis C is often considered worse than hepatitis A or B Because there is no vaccination available against hepatitis C, hepatitis C is often considered the worst hepatitis. Hepatitis A is not a chronic infection, whereas hepatitis B and C can and do cause chronic infections. There are vaccines to prevent …
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What is ranitidine, and what is it used for? WARNING In 2020, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) removed all prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) ranitidine products off the market after tests showed the heartburn drug ranitidine (previously marketed as Zantac) may break down into the carcinogen n-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). If you have been taking the drug, you should stop taking it now. If you still have …
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What are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)? Readers Comments 2 Share Your Story About 15% of people on long-term treatment with NSAIDs will go on to develop a peptic ulcer. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are commonly prescribed medications for the inflammation of arthritis and other body tissues, such as in tendinitis and bursitis. They also are used for minor aches and …
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