Porphyria 

Porphyria" "

Goodpasture s Syndrome 

Goodpasture Syndrome" "

Polycystic Kidney Disease 

Defines two types of polycystic kidney disease and describes its genetic origins, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as ongoing research" Kidney Diseases, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Genetics, Treatment, Diagnostic tests, Therapy, Research, Information Resources, Patient Care Management"

Vascular Access for Hemodialysis 

Defines vascular access and reviews three access options. Describes what to expect during hemodialysis and lists ways to protect the access site." Kidney Diseases, Hemodialysis, Vascular Access, Fistula, Complications, Surgery, Infection, Catheter, Patient Care Management, Information Resources"

Prostate Enlargement: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia 

Provides basic information about the prostate gland and prostate enlargement. Describes symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment." Kidney Diseases, Prostatic Diseases, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Surgery, Patient Education, Patient Care Management"

Heartburn, Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER), and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) 

Defines gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and describes the role of hiatal hernia. Provides general information on heartburn, as well as treatments for GERD, including surgery" Digestive System Diseases, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux, Esophageal Reflux, Symptoms, Heartburn, Diagnosis, Drug Therapy, Complications, Lifestyle, Surgery, Patient Care Management, Patient Education"

What I need to know about Hepatitis C 

Explains the prevention, causes, symptoms, modes of transmission, and treatment of hepatitis C" Digestive System Diseases. Hepatitis C. Human Viral Hepatitis. Liver. Risk Factors. Symptoms. Jaundice. Chronic Hepatitis. Cirrhosis. Diagnosis. Diagnostic Tests. Drug Therapy. Transplantation. Prevention. Vaccines. Research. Information Resources. "

What I need to know about Hepatitis B 

Explains the prevention, causes, symptoms, modes of transmission, and treatment of hepatitis B" Digestive System Diseases. Human Viral Hepatitis. Hepatitis B. Liver. Risk Factors. Symptoms. Jaundice. Cirrhosis. Chronic Hepatitis. Diagnosis. Diagnostic Tests. Drug Therapy. Transplantation. Prevention. Vaccines. Research. Information Resources. "

What I need to know about Hepatitis A 

Explains the prevention, causes, symptoms, modes of transmission, and treatment of hepatitis A" Digestive System Diseases. Liver Diseases. Hepatitis A. Liver. Human Viral Hepatitis. Risk Factors. Symptoms. Jaundice. Diagnosis. Diagnostic Tests. Drug Therapy. Prevention. Vaccines. Research. Information Resources."

Hypothyroidism 

Defines hyperthyroidism. Explains normal function of the thyroid gland and describes causes of hyperthyroidism, including Graves’ disease. Covers symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment of hyperthyroidism. Endocrine Diseases and Disorders, Hyperthyroidism, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Diagnostic Tests, Hormones, Etiology, Treatment, Drug Therapy, Surgery, Radioiodine Therapy, Graves Disease, Patient Education, Information Resources, Research

Hyperthyroidism 

Defines hyperthyroidism. Explains normal function of the thyroid gland and describes causes of hyperthyroidism, including Graves’ disease. Covers symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment of hyperthyroidism." Endocrine Diseases and Disorders, Hyperthyroidism, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Diagnostic Tests, Hormones, Etiology, Treatment, Drug Therapy, Surgery, Radioiodine Therapy, Graves Disease, Patient Education, Information Resources, Research"

Hashimoto s Disease 

Describes Hashimoto’s disease, an autoimmune disorder and the most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States. Explains the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of the disease. Endocrine Diseases and Disorders. Hashimoto’s Disease. Autoimmune Diseases. Thyroid Gland. Symptoms. Complications. TSH. Hypothyroidism. Diagnosis. Diagnostic Tests. Therapy. Drug Therapy. Patient Education. Patient Care Management. Research. Information Resources.

Gestational Diabetes 

Defines gestational diabetes, explains its causes and diagnosis, and outlines treatments. Includes strategies for preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes later in life." Diabetes Mellitus, Gestational Diabetes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Pregnancy, Therapy, Diagnosis, Type 2 Diabetes, Prevention, Complications, Fetus, SMBG, Blood Glucose, Insulin, Drug Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Care Management, Patient Education, Information Resources"

Hypoglycemia 

Hypoglycemia" "

National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse 

Porphyria 

Porphyria" "

Hemochromatosis 

Information on the causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, diagnostic tests for, and current research on hemochromatosis. Includes a list of additional resources" Metabolic Diseases and Disorders, Bronze Diabetes, Iron Overload Diseases, Hemochromatosis, Genetic Disorders, Etiology, Risk factors, Diagnostic tests, Health Education"

Erectile Dysfunction 

Provides a comprehensive introduction to the causes, symptoms, and treatments for bladder control problems in women." Urologic Diseases. Erectile Dysfunction. Sexual Dysfunction. Risk Factors. Etiology. Psychological Factors. Diagnosis. Diagnostic Tests. Drug Therapy. Drug Effects. Physiology. Penile Erection Systems. Self-Injection. Surgery. Penile Implant. Symptoms. Patient Care Management."

Primary Biliary Cirrhosis 

Primary Biliary Cirrhosis" Primary Biliary Cirrhosis, Biliary Tract Diseases, Symptoms, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Care Management"

What I need to know about Liver Transplantation 

Defines irritable bowel syndrome, explains its causes and symptoms, and outlines available treatment options" "

Kidney Stones in Adults 

Discusses the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of kidney stones. Reviews prevention strategies and treatment options, as well as information on current research." Kidney Diseases, Kidney Stones, Adults, Patient Care Management, Etiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Therapy, Patient Education, Diet Therapy, Prevention, Risk Factors, Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy, Ureteroscopy, Nephrolithotomy, Surgical Techniques, Physiology, Fluids"

Pyelonephritis (Kidney Infection) in Adults 

Pyelonephritis (Kidney Infection) in Adults" Kidney Diseases, Pyelonephrites, Bacterial Infections, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Information Resources"

H. pylori and Peptic Ulcer 

Discusses peptic ulcers and explains how H. pylori can cause them. Also provides information on diagnosis and treatment" Digestive System Diseases, Helicobacter Pylori, Bacterial Infections, Peptic Ulcer, Symptoms, Etiology, Treatment, Drug therapy, Patient Care Management, Patient Education"

Heartburn, Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER), and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) 

Defines gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and describes the role of hiatal hernia. Provides general information on heartburn, as well as treatments for GERD, including surgery" Digestive System Diseases, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux, Esophageal Reflux, Symptoms, Heartburn, Diagnosis, Drug Therapy, Complications, Lifestyle, Surgery, Patient Care Management, Patient Education"

What I need to know about Irritable Bowel Syndrome 

Defines irritable bowel syndrome, explains its causes and symptoms, and outlines available treatment options" Digestive System Diseases. Irritable Bowel Syndrome. IBS. Etiology. Patient Care Management. Colon. Symptoms. Diarrhea. Constipation. Abdominal Pain. Diagnostic Tests. Diet. Patient Education."

Irritable Bowel Syndrome 

Describes causes, symptoms, tests to rule out more serious intestinal diseases, and lifestyle and medical approaches to symptom management" Abdominal pain, Anxiety, Bloating, Bowel movement, Constipation, Depression, Diarrhea, Dietary fiber, Functional Colonic disorders, Laxatives, Medication, Spasmodic colon, Urgency"

Heartburn, Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER), and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) 

Defines gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and describes the role of hiatal hernia. Provides general information on heartburn, as well as treatments for GERD, including surgery" Digestive System Diseases, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux, Esophageal Reflux, Symptoms, Heartburn, Diagnosis, Drug Therapy, Complications, Lifestyle, Surgery, Patient Care Management, Patient Education"

Gastritis 

Gastritis" "

Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis 

Provides clear definitions of diverticulosis and diverticulitis, along with information on symptoms, causes, complications, and treatments" "

Digestive Diseases Diarrhea