What is an electrogastrogram? An electrogastrogram is similar to an electrocardiogram (EKG) of the heart. It is a recording of the electrical signals that travel through the muscles of the stomach and control the muscles’ contraction. When is an electrogastrogram used? An electrogastrogram is used when there is a suspicion that the muscles of the...
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What Is an Intravenous Cholangiogram? Procedures & Prep
What is an intravenous cholangiogram (IVC)? The intravenous cholangiogram or IVC is a radiologic (x-ray) procedure that is used primarily to look at the larger bile ducts within the liver and the bile ducts outside the liver. The procedure can be used to locate gallstones within these bile ducts. IVC also can be used to...
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Liposuction Risks and Recovery Time
Introduction to Liposuction Readers Comments 1 Share Your Story Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that removes fat that you can't seem to get rid of through diet and exercise. A plastic or dermatologic surgeon usually does the procedure on your hips, belly, thighs, buttocks, back, arms, or face to improve their shape. But liposuction can...
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What Is Cystic Fibrosis? Symptoms, Treatment & Life Expectancy
Cystic fibrosis definition and facts* *Cystic fibrosis definition and facts written by Dr. Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease that affects the secretory glands, including the mucus and sweat glands. Cystic fibrosis mostly affects the lungs, pancreas, liver, intestines, sinuses, and sex organs. CF is due to a mutation in...
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Teen ADHD Symptoms, Tests, Treatment, Medications & Behavior
What is teenage ADHD? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common chronic disorders affecting school-age children. Current research indicates prevalence rates of 3%-5% with males being diagnosed with this disorder two and a half times more often than females. ADHD is described as "a common neurobiologic disorder characterized by developmentally inappropriate...
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Chemotherapy: Learn Side Effects of This Cancer Treatment
Chemotherapy facts* *Chemotherapy facts by Benjamin Wedro, MD, FACEP, FAAEM Chemotherapy is one option available to treat cancer patients. The types of medication used and how they are administered depends upon the patient’s situation, the type of cancer, and the goal of cancer therapy. Chemotherapy options are individualized for each patient. Treatment decisions are usually...
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Hereditary Spherocytosis: Treatment, Symptoms & Diagnosis
Spherocytosis facts Readers Comments 7 Share Your Story Spherocytosis is the production of abnormal red blood cells that are in the shape of a sphere instead of the concave disk shape of normal red blood cells, resulting in fragile and abnormal red blood cells. Other symptoms and signs of spherocytosis include anemia, paleness (pallor), jaundice,...
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Bipolar Disorder in Children & Teens: Symptoms & Treatment
Bipolar disorder in children and teens facts *Bipolar disorder in children and teens facts written by Charles P. Davis, MD, PhD Bipolar disorder is a serious brain illness that results in individuals going through unusual mood changes; they can exhibit maniac or "up" or energetic moods to "down" or depressive moods. Although most anyone can...
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Primary Biliary Cirrhosis Life Expectancy, Symptoms & Treatment
Primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) definition Readers Comments 11 Share Your Story Primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) is a progressive disease of the liver caused by a buildup of bile within the liver (cholestasis) that results in damage to the small bile ducts that drain bile from the liver. Over time, this pressure build-up destroys the bile...
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Why Would You Need a Blood Transfusion? Types, Risks & Side Effects
Blood transfusion definition and facts A blood transfusion is the transfer of blood or blood products from one person (donor) into another person's bloodstream (recipient). Blood transfusions can be a life-saving measure. Volunteer donor blood usually is readily available, and when properly tested has a low incidence of adverse events. The likelihood of contracting infections...