Digestive Health: Prevention

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  • Prostaglandin analog to prevent NSAID-induced peptic ulcer

    01/07/08, Healthwise

    Misoprostol reduces the amount of acid produced by the stomach and enhances protection of the lining of the stomach and the upper small intestine (duodenum).

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  • Diverticulitis - Prevention

    07/30/08, Healthwise

    To help prevent diverticulitis:

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  • Gallstones - Prevention

    08/02/07, Healthwise

    There is no sure way to prevent gallstones. But you can reduce your risk of forming gallstones that can cause symptoms.

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  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) - Prevention

    05/23/08, Healthwise

    You cannot prevent irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). However, proper self-care may help minimize symptoms and perhaps extend the time between episodes. This includes quitting smoking, avoiding caffeine and foods that make symptoms worse

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  • Inguinal Hernia - Prevention

    05/16/07, Healthwise

    Most inguinal hernias cannot be prevented, especially in infants and children. Adults may be able to prevent a few hernias or prevent a hernia from recurring by following some of these suggestions:

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  • Celiac Disease - Prevention

    06/23/08, Healthwise

    Although celiac disease cannot be prevented, symptoms and damage to the small intestine can be reversed by maintaining a strict gluten-free diet. At first, you may also have to avoid milk and milk products. After you stop eati

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  • Hemorrhoids - Prevention

    09/29/08, Healthwise

    You can help prevent the irritating and painful symptoms of hemorrhoids.

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