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Common brand name: Dermoplast
Why is benzocaine spray prescribed?
Benzocaine spray is a topical local anesthetic (pain-relieving) spray used
for the temporary relief of pain and itching associated with an episiotomy (an
incision made between the vagina... |
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Many Americans eat an unhealthy diet and have poor toilet habits. Over the
course of several years, the effect of this lifestyle can cause a person to have
problems with the large bowel.
This article will describe some of the more common bowel problems.... |
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Amylase—Enzyme produced in the pancreas and salivary glands that helps
in the digestion of starches from the diet. Blood amylase levels may be
increased in patients who have pancreatitis.
Amyloidosis—A group of diseases that that result from the abnor... |
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1. What are hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids are swollen blood vessels near the anus and lower
rectum (lower part of the large intestine). These blood vessels are found in
spongy cushions of tissue just under the lining of the anal canal. Hemorrhoids
bleed whe... |
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The fecal occult blood test is one of a variety of colorectal cancer
screening tests. When doctors test for fecal occult blood, they are testing for
the presence of microscopic or invisible blood in the stool, or feces. Fecal
occult blood can be a sig... |
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Functional disorders
Functional disorders are those in which the bowel looks normal but doesn't work
properly. They are the most common problems affecting the colon and rectum, and include
constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The primary ca... |
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Abdominoperineal resection
Surgical removal of the anus, rectum and sigmoid colon, resulting in the need for
a permanent colostomy.
Adenoma
Glandular lesion thought to be the precursor to colorectal cancer.
Adhesion
A band of scar tissue that con... |
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This listing is provided for your reference. The information provided by
these organizations is not necessarily endorsed by The Cleveland Clinic
Web Sites
Celiac Disease
www.icondata.com/health/pedbase/files/CELIACDI.HTM
Columbia University Gastroen... |
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Hemorrhoids are varicose (swollen or dilated) veins located in
or around the anus. Internal hemorrhoids are varicose veins that surround
the rectum and, when dilated, protrude inside, sometimes extending out of the
anus.
Scientists aren't sure why peop... |
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I have hemorrhoids that bleed when I move my bowels. Other
than that, they don’t really bother me. Should I just leave them alone or can
they develop into something more serious?
Hemorrhoids are swollen blood vessels near the anus and lower
rectum (low... |
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Common brand name: Anusol-HC
Why is rectal hydrocortisone prescribed?
Rectal hydrocortisone is used for temporary relief of rectal swelling,
itching, discomfort and hemorrhoids. Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid, a type
of anti-inflammatory medication... |
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In many cases, hemorrhoids can be treated effectively with diet, good
hygiene, and topical medications. In some cases, though, diet and medicines are
not enough. People who do not respond to non-surgical treatments might
experience long-term relief th... |
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