$13.5m awarded in hospital death Nov 6, 2008
Altman soon began suffering extreme abdominal pain and could not urinate, Higgins said. She died less than two days after being admitted to Brigham and Women's Hospital for a massive infection by a flesh-eating bacteria that apparently had caused the diarrhea, Higgins said. (Boston Globe)
10 Symptoms Not To Ignore Nov 6, 2008
If this feeling lasts for days or weeks, a physician should be consulted, especially if other symptoms are present such as nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain or bloating, fever and chills or weight changes. 8. (Newsmax)
Ending Canada's emergency room waiting game Nov 4, 2008
In the wee hours of a July morning, Cathy Cormier felt the worst abdominal pain of her life. Being a nurse, she strongly suspected her gallbladder was the cause and headed to the hospital. (Globe and Mail -- National)
CFIA expands Hershey's advisory beyond Toronto to other Ont. cities Nov 3, 2008
The agency warns that foods tainted with salmonella may not look or smell spoiled, but the bacteria can cause symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. People with weak immune systems are particularly vulnerable to salmonella poisoning. (CBC.ca)
Medical opinion: Answers to abdominal pain could take many tests Nov 3, 2008
A Poorly characterized abdominal pain in a patient who has undergone extensive evaluation and prior surgery is a difficult problem. As a surgeon, my focus is on those processes which can be alleviated by an operation but with awareness of conditions which do not respond to surgery as well. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Oral immunotherapy with milk can cure milk allergies Nov 1, 2008
" Children between 6 to 17 years of age were studied by researchers. One group was given milk powder while other was given placebo, which looked and tasted like milk powder. 19 children reported constant severe allergies for about four months. Out of these, 12 children were administered higher doses of milk and others were given placebo. Initially, children could not bear milk more than a quarter teaspoon on average and showed indications of itching in mouth and abdominal pain but after the... (TheMedGuru)
Colic in Horses Oct 31, 2008
Colic is a very broad term that refers to any condition that causes abdominal pain in a horse. It has a wide range of severity resulting in anything from mild discomfort to death, depending on the circumstances. (Suite101.com)
Restaurant closes as E.Coli cases increase Oct 31, 2008
7330 (during business hours) or 905-984-3690 (evenings and weekends) if they have experienced the following symptoms: bloody diarrhea and severe abdominal pain, with or without fever, between the dates of Oct. 11 and Oct. 24. "We are conducting enhanced surveillance, in order to identify the source of this foodborne illness," Williams said. (Niagarathisweek.com)
Dalai Lama's envoys due in Beijing for fence-mending Oct 30, 2008
The Dalai Lama was hospitalised with abdominal pain in August and underwent gallstone surgery this month in the northern Indian hill town of Dharamsala, the seat of his exiled government since 1959 when he fled his Himalayan homeland after a failed uprising. China and the Dalai Lama's envoys have met twice to try to ease tension since riots broke out in Tibet in March and heaped international pressure on China to talk. (Reuters India)
NY convenes grand jury in police sodomy allegation Oct 29, 2008
Mineo, who works at a tattoo parlor, was hospitalized for five days with rectal injuries and severe abdominal pain. He was issued a summons for disorderly conduct. (Reuters)
Portland Shellfish Co. Inc, Recalls Claw Island Brand Lobster Claw and Knuckle Meat Because of Possible Health Risk Oct 29, 2008
Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. The product was distributed to Pagano's Inc., 142 Water Street, Norwalk, CT and further distributed to restaurants. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
A silent killer: Its symptoms are vague and common and there's no screening test, making ovarian cancer tricky to diagnose and harder to survive Oct 29, 2008
Instead, the most frequent early symptoms connected to ovarian cancer were: back pain, fatigue, indigestion, urinary problems, constipation, abdominal pain, bloating and increased abdominal size. And some 43 percent of the women had three of these symptoms bloating, increased abdominal size and urinary tract problems simultaneously. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Mars Petcare US Issues Voluntary Recall of a Limited Number of Bags of SPECIAL KITTY Gourmet Sold at Wal-Mart locations in Fifteen States due to Potential Salmonella Contamination Oct 28, 2008
Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Animals can be carriers with no visible symptoms and potentially infect other animals or humans. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
• Cherry solution prevents kidney stones Oct 28, 2008
Side effects can include allergy, nausea, diarrhea, rash, abdominal pain and much more. One of the more rare side effects is hemorrhagic pancreatitis. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Long-Term Study Evaluates Boosted PREZISTA(R) Vs. Lopinavir/Ritonavir as Part of HIV Combination Therapy in Treatment-Naive Adults Oct 27, 2008
- Ninety-six week ARTEMIS data presented at ICAAC - BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Oct. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Ninety-six week results presented today from a phase 3, randomized, open-label, ongoing clinical trial showed that 79 percent of treatment-naive HIV-1 infected adults taking PREZISTA(R) 800 mg (two 400 mg tablets) with 100 mg ritonavir (r) once daily reached an undetectable viral load ( -- 79 percent of patients in the PREZISTA/r arm reached an undetectable viral load ( -- Incidence of grade 2-4... (PR Newswire)
POLICE/FIRE LOG: Oc.t. 6-12, 2008 Oct 27, 2008
2:02 a.m. Beals Cove Rd., medical, 911 caller reports son has abdominal pain ... 2:19 p.m. Condito Rd., medical, abdominal pain. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Sting toll on the rise Oct 27, 2008
He was taken to SSKM Hospital on Thursday night when he complained of severe abdominal pain. The SSKM authorities referred him to MR Bangur Hospital, said Sunil Kumar Shah, a friend of Sailendra. (Calcutta Telegraph)
Lexicon Presents Phase 1 Clinical Trial Results for LX2931 At American College of Rheumatology Annual Meeting Oct 26, 2008
LX2931 produced a dose-dependent decrease in absolute lymphocyte counts with maximal effect correlating with a plateauing of systemic exposure at 125 mg. A single subject in the 250 mg dose cohort developed acute abdominal pain which required treatment and resolved within 24 hours. A transient increase in hepatic transaminase levels was also observed in this subject. (Primezone Releases)
New MS Therapies Show Promise Oct 25, 2008
Patients who received the drug were more likely than those in the placebo group to suffer adverse events such as abdominal pain and hot flush. Dose-related adverse events in patients taking the drug included headache, fatigue and feeling hot, the researchers said. (MEDLINEplus)
Brains Over Guts Oct 24, 2008
Ironwood s lead drug, linaclotide, is aimed at the 30 million Americans with either constipation-dominant IBS or chronic constipation, which can cause frequent abdominal pain and bloating. Any time I m in a room with five people, someone or their relative has this, and they use words like debilitated, says Hecht. (Forbes -- Business)
Phase IIb data show that BG-12 significantly reduced brain lesions in multiple sclerosis Oct 24, 2008
The most common, non-MS related adverse events that occurred more frequently in patients receiving BG-12 240 mg three times daily than those receiving placebo included flushing, headache, nausea, diarrhea, upper abdominal pain, hot flush, and abdominal pain. Flushing and gastrointestinal-related events decreased during the course of BG-12, especially during the first one-to-two months of treatment. (EurekAlert!)
Julianne Hough doing fine after hospital visit Oct 23, 2008
Dancing star goes to emergency room after experiencing abdominal pain ... The blonde professional dancer, who this season has been partnered with former Hannah Montana star Cody Linley, was taken to the hospital after experiencing abdominal pains on Tuesday evening. (MSNBC -- News)
Probiotics Effective for Numerous Ailments Oct 23, 2008
IBS is a disorder of the gastrointestinal system that causes abdominal pain and altered bowel habits (diarrhea and/or constipation). A review of 19 randomized controlled trials involving over 1600 patients found that probiotics were helpful in controlling and improving bowel movements in those suffering from diarrhea and constipation due to IBS. Probiotics are effective in IBS, but we do not have enough information to be sure whether there is one probiotic that is particularly effective or... (Newsmax)
Recognising Chlamydia Oct 21, 2008
However, some women may have 'non-specific symptoms' such as cystitis, a change in their vaginal discharge and mild lower abdominal pain. If visiting a GP or family planning doctor with any of these symptoms, it is possible to ask for a Chlamydia test taken, even if one has not been offered. (Suite101.com)
The Hartz Mountain Corporation Voluntarily Recalls One Specific Lot of Nationwide Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips Because of Possible Health Risk Oct 21, 2008
Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Animals can be carriers with no visible symptoms and can potentially infect other animals or humans. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Amitabh Bachchan discharged Oct 18, 2008
Amitabh was complaining of severe abdominal pain and was diagnosed with incisional hernia. He went back home in his own car. (India Times)
Treating ADD With Medication Oct 18, 2008
Side Effects: Restlessness, feeling jittery, difficulty sleeping, irritability, mood swings, poor appetite, abdominal pain, or depression ... Side Effects: Decreased appetite, headache, abdominal pain, dizziness, nausea, irritability, sleepiness, and insomnia. (Suite101.com)
Bugs In The Gut Trigger Production Of Important Immune Cells, Study Finds Oct 18, 2008
(June 5, 2008) Individuals with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) experience episodes of inflammation in their gut that can cause abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea, among other things. Exactly what causes IBD. (Science Daily)
Worm diet 'treats bowel disorder' Oct 18, 2008
Trials suggest it can dramatically reduce the abdominal pain, bleeding and diarrhoea associated with the disease. According to a report in New Scientist, the drink, which is called TSO, could be on sale in Europe by May if it is approved for use by regulators. (Yahoo News -- Alternative Medicine)
Living With Irritable Bowel Syndrom... Oct 17, 2008
IBS causes abdominal pain and diarrhoea, often alternating with painful constipation. It can make the sufferer feel nauseous and unwell, creating difficulties with eating certain food items. (Suite101.com)
Amitabh discharged from hospital Oct 17, 2008
MUMBAI: Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, who was admitted to Lilavati hospital last Saturday following complaints of abdominal pain, was discharged on Friday ... Amitabh was complaining of severe abdominal pain and was diagnosed with incisional hernia. (India Times, India)
Bib B stable Oct 16, 2008
Mumbai: Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is undergoing treatment in the Lilavati Hospital for abdominal pain, is recuperating and is on a liquid diet, a hospital spokesperson said today. "Big B's health continues to improve and he is responding well to the treatment administered to him," the spokesperson said. (Sify.com, India)
Dalai Lama doing well Oct 16, 2008
The 73-year-old was admitted to a New Delhi hospital with abdominal pain last Thursday and underwent keyhole surgery the following day. Walking out of the hospital, the Nobel laureate waved and smiled at a group of well-wishers who had gathered to see him, before stepping into a bullet-proof car. (iAfrica.com)
Tips from the journals of the American Society for Microbiology Oct 16, 2008
Y. enterocolitica is the causative agent of yersiniosis, an internal infection resulting in diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain, and vomiting. Predominantly considered a food-borne pathogen, most cases sporadically occur worldwide and the source of infection is often unknown. (EurekAlert!)
'Bachchan in constant conversation with kin' Oct 15, 2008
Bachchan in constant conversation with kin'-Mumbai-Cities-The Times of India. Bachchan in constant conversation with kin'15 Oct 2008, 0115 hrs IST,TNN. (Times of India)
People: David Letterman, Amitabh Bachchan, Lisa Marie Presley Oct 15, 2008
The Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan is expected to be discharged in a few days from the Mumbai hospital where he was admitted after complaints of abdominal pain, a hospital official said. Bachchan, who turned 66 on Saturday, was admitted to the hospital where he had undergone surgery in 2005 for an intestinal condition, and placed under observation. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Amitabh recovering fast, to be discharged soon Oct 14, 2008
Mumbai, Oct 14: With the entire nation wishing speedy recovery for Bollywoods shehanshah Amitabh Bachchan, who is undergoing treatment at Mumbais Lilavati Hospital after he complained of abdominal pain on Saturday, the doctors treating the actor have reassured fans that the actor is responding well to medication and is in a stable condition. Amitabh who is being treated by renowned gastroenterologist Dr Jayant Barve, is reportedly responding well to the treatment and is likely to be discharged... (Zee News)
Why was Big B hospitalized? Oct 14, 2008
Incidentally the reason for his hospitalization, acute abdominal pain, is the same for which he was admitted in 2005. This gives him the image of someone who cannot resist gastronomical urges which is only cemented by his binging inclination towards junk food like kachoris , et al. But apart from these occasional exceptions, Bachchan is known to live a much disciplined life. (India Times, India)
Your Child's Autism: How to Solve a Piece of the Puzzle Oct 13, 2008
But some symptoms -- like heartburn, abdominal pain, and irritability -- are difficult to identify in children with autism who typically have trouble communicating when they don't feel well. According to Judy Converse, MPH, RD, LD, "Sometimes behaviors that might be dismissed as 'autism behaviors' -- like rocking back and forth while holding the abdomen or leaning over the arm of a chair -- are actually attempts to relieve the pain of GI issues.". (Pekin Times, IL)
'He is no longer the Amitabh of the 70s' Oct 13, 2008
"Doctors said these are all deductions , not based on logic. He had an abdominal pain, which has been treated with medicine,'' said a hospital spokesperson. Actor Shatrughan Sinha said, "We are generally concerned about his health. I pray for his good health although I really do not know the cause of his illness. (Times of India)
'Godfather of rocksteady' Alton Ellis dies Oct 13, 2008
The 66-year-old film star was hospitalized on his birthday, Saturday, with acute abdominal pain. Arts Features. (CBC.ca)
Big B stable, to be in Lilavati for two days Oct 12, 2008
MUMBAI: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was admitted to Lilavati hospital with abdominal pain on Saturday, was said to be stable and doctors have advised him to remain in hospital for at least two days. "The doctors have advised him to be in the hospital for 48-72 hours and his condition is stable," Bachchan's son and Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan told reporters. (India Times)
Doctors await Bachchan's test results Oct 12, 2008
Bachchan was admitted to the Lilavati hospital in suburban Bandra on Saturday after he complained of severe abdominal pain. The results of the blood investigation and CT scan conducted on the megastar are expected to be received this afternoon, following which the course of treatment ahead will be decided, a spokesperson for the actor said. (India Times, India)
Clostridium difficile - New Intesti... Oct 11, 2008
Intense abdominal pain caused by ulcerated intestines. These symptoms, in combination with foul stool odor and recent treatment with broad-spectrum antibiotics, are suggestive of Clostridium difficile infection (CDI). (Suite101.com)
Dalai Lama's condition stable, to be discharged soon Oct 11, 2008
The 73-year-old Nobel laureate was admitted to Sir Gangaram hospital yesterday after he complained of severe abdominal pain. The temporal head of Tibetans underwent a laproscopic surgery to remove stones in the gallbladder, Takhla said. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Outlook For Crohn's Disease Improves Thanks To New Therapies Oct 11, 2008
Symptoms include abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, weight loss and diarrhea. Crohn's disease has no known medical cure. (Science Daily)
Big B rushed to hospital on birthday Oct 11, 2008
Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, who turned 66 on Saturday, was rushed to the Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai's Vile Parle West suburb following abdominal pain and then shifted to the Lilavati Hospital in Bandra after a preliminary medical check up. The Big B was celebrating his birthday at his residence Pratiksha when he suddenly experienced severe pain, a family source said. (Sify.com, India)
Food company: Tainted meat wasn't released Oct 11, 2008
Symptoms include fever, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Share this on. (CNN -- World)
Dalai Lama to have gallstone surgery Oct 10, 2008
The operation at a New Delhi hospital came six weeks after the 73-year-old Nobel peace laureate spent six days in a hospital in Bombay being treated for abdominal pain. Doctors said at the time that he was suffering from exhaustion and advised him to rest and to cancel a planned trip to Europe. (Times Online)
Major Study Of Opiate Use In Children's Hospitals Provides Simple Steps To Alleviate Harm Oct 10, 2008
18, 2007) Acute and chronic constipation together accounted for nearly half of all cases of acute abdominal pain in children treated at one hospital. The study also suggests that physicians should do a simple. (Science Daily)
Genome Of Parasite That Causes Relapsing Malaria Decoded Oct 10, 2008
Symptoms for the two strains of malaria are similar flu-like, featuring fever and abdominal pain, often leading to severe anemia and, in children, lifelong learning disabilities. Malaria is a disease of poorer populations, and overall is estimated annually to kill more than a million people worldwide. (Science Daily)
Barron County Dispatch Log--Oct. 8 Oct 10, 2008
2:50 p.m., 26-year-old Dovre Township man has severe abdominal pain. Chetek ambulance and first responders paged. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Dalai Lama hospitalised Oct 10, 2008
The Dalai Lama has been hospitalised due to abdominal pain and could undergo surgery on Friday, a senior doctor told AFP, but his spokesperson insisted that he was only undergoing "routine tests.". The spiritual leader was admitted to a state-run New Delhi hospital on Thursday following media reports that abdominal pains for which he had spent four days in a Mumbai hospital in August had recurred ... "He was admitted when he complained of abdominal pain and now chances are that the Dalai Lama... (iAfrica.com)
Vitamin D Deficiency Makes Bowel Disease Worse Oct 10, 2008
Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, refers to a group of conditions, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, marked by chronic inflammation in the intestines, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain and diarrhea. A number of medications are effective for IBD, but surgical removal of a portion of the intestines is often required. (MEDLINEplus)
Generic less effective in treating Crohn's, J&J study finds Oct 7, 2008
Crohn's is a chronic disease that can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, weight loss, and fever. There is no known cause, nor a cure. (Boston Globe)
POLICE/FIRE LOG: Sept. 15-21, 2008 Oct 7, 2008
10:12 a.m. Condito Rd., Fallon Ambulance reports severe abdominal pain. 10:49 a.m. Ward St., vandalism, field driven on overnight. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Hopkins children's experts say doctors and parents can sort out symptoms with a checklist Oct 7, 2008
A young child arrives at the emergency room after several days of abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea and is sent home with a diagnosis of viral gastritis and treatment for the symptoms ... Says emergency room pediatrician Jennifer Anders, M.D., of Hopkins Children's, who has seen her fair share of burst appendixes, "appendicitis should always be near the top of the list of potential culprits when a child has any abdominal pain, vomiting, and malaise," keeping in mind that many children don't... (EurekAlert!)
Inflammatory bowel gene uncovered Oct 6, 2008
Ulcerative colitis normally appears in people aged 15-30 and symptoms include bloody diarrhoea, abdominal pain, a frequent need to go to the toilet and weight loss. There is certainly an unmet need for treatments so there is mileage in this. (BBC News -- Health)
Form of Crohn's disease traced to disabled gut cells Oct 6, 2008
Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting and weight loss. The condition can lead to partial or full intestinal blockages, which can require surgical treatment. (EurekAlert!)
Hyperglycemic Emergencies Oct 5, 2008
They may also experience nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Blood tests reveal a glucose level greater than 250 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL), ketones greater than 5 milliequivalents per liter (mEq/L), pH less than 7. (Suite101.com)
Beloved cancer awareness champion Beth Bennett Rice dies Oct 4, 2008
They include bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, trouble eating or feeling full quickly and urinary symptoms, such as an urgent or frequent need to go. Bennett, who said she didn't know the symptoms before she was diagnosed, is educating women still. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
NY Fish Inc. Recalls Imperial-European Style Smoked Salmon Because of Possible Health Risk Oct 3, 2008
Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. I ; NY FISH brand IMPERIAL-EUROPEAN STYLE SMOKED SALMON was distributed in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Washington, and California to wholesale distributors and retail food stores, but has also been found at retail in Florida. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Exercise May Help People with Irritable Bowel Oct 3, 2008
Symptoms may include chronic abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. Studies involving healthy adults have shown that regular exercise can relieve constipation and feelings of bloating. (MEDLINEplus)
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease Oct 3, 2008
Shortly after being elbowed in the flank during a pickup basketball game, a 35-year-old healthy man has severe, colicky abdominal pain followed by gross hematuria. He is hospitalized, and a renal ultrasound scan reveals bilateral polycystic kidneys and liver cysts, previously unknown to the patient. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Semi rollover avoids I-45 traffic disaster Sep 25, 2008
The cause of the accident is still under investigation, but the driver, Gilbert Abshire of Houston, told state troopers that before he lost control he felt a sharp abdominal pain and passed out briefly. Abshire was taken by EMS to Madison St. Joseph Hospital in Madisonville. (Madisonville Meteor, TX)
