Nanopolystyrene (NP) and phoxim (PHO) are common environmental pollutants in aquatic systems. We evaluated the toxic effects of exposure to ambient concentrations of NP and/or PHO in the intestines of the Chinese mitten crab (Eriocheir sinensis ). Our study showed that histopathological changes ...
Constipation can begin at any stage of pregnancy but is particularly common during thefirst trimesterand third trimester. In early pregnancy, elevated progesterone levels can slow down the digestive system, leading to constipation. Later in pregnancy, the growing uterus may exert pressure on the inte...
4. Intestinal Inflammation After an enteric infection, it is theorized that there may be chronic, low-grade inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, which can disrupt normal gastrointestinal motility. This may involve mast cells, which are important in fighting pathogens in the gut wall. The mast...
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Vomiting is a violent act in which the stomach, esophagus, and small intestine forcibly expel contents of the stomach (and sometimes the small intestine) in a coordinated fashion. What causes nausea and vomiting? Causes of nausea and vomiting can originate from the stomach and intestines (...
Also the doctor would test electrolytes and urea or BUN levels to exclude dehydration and derangement of the body salts. CRP provides evidence of significant inflammation or infection if any exists. Amylase or Lactate Dehydrogenase determines if the pancreas is involved in the inflammatory process. ...
After surgery, some children develop inflammation in the intestines called enterocolitis. "It's severe diarrhea that can lead to dehydration and often requires admission to the hospital," says Marc Levitt, MD, chief of the Division of Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstruction at Children's National Hospita...
cause diarrhea in rabbits. These toxins can be found in some types of grain, such as wheat and barley, and they can sometimes be found in hay, straw, or other plant materials that are fed to rabbits. If ingested in large amounts, these toxins can damage the intestines, leading to ...
Bismuth subsalicylate is an ingredient in medicines you take for diarrhea, heartburn, and upset stomach. It works by easing inflammation in your intestines and reducing the flow of fluids into them. One of the best-known medications containing bismuth subsalicylate is Pepto-Bismol. Othersinclude: ...
Inflammatory Disorders of the Large Intestines Any condition that can cause inflammation of the cat’s colon can produce diarrhea. Inflammation causes cells and tissues to swell while also triggering increased secretion of fluids. Irritation also makes the colon contract at a more rapid pace, pushing...