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1Radiografía: tracto gastrointestinal superior
Las radiografías del tracto gastrointestinal superior son un procedimiento seguro en el cual se utiliza radiación para obtener imágenes del tracto gastrointestinal superior.
2Gastrointestinal Infections and Diarrhea
Nearly everybody gets diarrhea every once in a while, and it's usually caused by gastrointestinal infections. It's nothing to be embarrassed about. Read this article to learn more.
3X-Ray Exam: Upper Gastrointestinal Tract (Upper GI)
An upper GI X-ray can help find the cause of swallowing difficulties, unexplained vomiting, abdominal discomfort, severe indigestion, ulcers, reflux, hiatal hernia, or blockages.
4Shigella Infections
Shigella are bacteria that can infect the digestive tract and cause a wide range of symptoms, from diarrhea, cramping, vomiting, and nausea, to more serious complications and illnesses.
5Rotavirus
Rotavirus infection affects most kids and is one of the most common causes of diarrhea. A vaccine to prevent it is now recommended for all kids.
6Helicobacter pylori
H. pylori bacteria can cause digestive illnesses, including gastritis and peptic ulcer disease.
7Campylobacter Infections
These bacterial infections can cause diarrhea, cramping, abdominal pain, and fever. Good hand-washing and food safety habits can prevent them.
8Amebiasis
Amebiasis is an intestinal illness transmitted when someone eats or drinks something that's contaminated with a microscopic parasite.
9Stool Tests
Your child's doctor may order a stool collection test to check for blood, bacteria, ova, or parasites. Find out how this test is performed and when you can expect the results.
10Muestra de materia fecal: cultivos bacteriano
Una muestra de materia fecal puede otorgarles a los médicos información valiosa sobre lo que ocurre cuando un niño tiene un problema estomacal, intestinal o en otra parte del tracto gastrointestinal.


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