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Stop Tanking America, Part 2: Reckless Stimulus Spending on "Green" Energy Projects
In early September 2009, with the nation still shaken by the financial crisis and the unemployment rate rapidly climbing towards a disastrously-high 10 percent, President Barack Obama was eager to share some good news. And he found the perfect opportunity. Backed by $535 million in Energy Department loan guarantees, a new solar panel manufacturing plant was breaking ground in Silicon Valley – the first new factory there in years. He sent his Energy Secretary, Steven Chu, to attend the ceremony. Eight months later, the President himself toured the new facility and proclaimed that in America "the true engine of economic growth will always be companies like Solyndra." Here was real evidence that his stimulus package was paying off and creating the jobs he promised to the American people.
But we all know how this story ended. Just two years later, Solyndra closed its doors, laid off 1,100 employees, and filed for bankruptcy. Two days after that, FBI agents and officials from the Energy Department's Office of the Inspector General raided the company's headquarters. The House Energy and Commerce Committee demanded to know why the Energy Department and the White House ignored several red flags about the company's finances. Subpoenas were issued. Documents revealed that Solyndra's CEO and other executives had bundled over $100,000 in donations to the Obama campaign and made more than 20 visits to the White House while the company's loan guarantee was being reviewed. Investigations are still ongoing. And the $535 million of loan guarantees provided by U.S. taxpayers? Down the drain.
Yet Solyndra wasn't the only failure. In October 2011, a Massachusetts-based "next gen" energy company called Beacon Power filed for bankruptcy after receiving $43 million in government support. In January of this year, Ener1, an electric-car battery maker, filed for bankruptcy as well after one of its subsidiaries received a $118 million stimulus grant.
Several other so-called "green" energy companies are in tough shape despite generous assistance from the President's stimulus package. Nevada Geothermal Power received a $79 million loan guarantee from the same program that funded Solyndra, but last November the company's auditor expressed "significant doubt about the company's ability to continue as a going concern." Abound Solar, another solar-panel maker which has drawn $70 million of its $400 million government loan guarantee, recently announced it would halt production and lay off 280 of its employees.
These companies and several more may be next in line for bankruptcy. But no one should be surprised that they are struggling so mightily when the only way they could secure financing in the first place is by dipping into the deep pockets of old Uncle Sam.
Unfortunately for taxpayers, bureaucrats and lawmakers all suffer from what economist Friedrich Hayek called "the fatal conceit": the arrogant belief that somehow these government planners know how to direct our complex, modern, and dynamic economy better than consumers and investors acting out their own best interests in the free market.
Yet the tools planners employ – loan guarantees, grants, tax credits, and other special government handouts – all have one thing in common: they're a big waste of taxpayer dollars. There's no better evidence than this wave of bankruptcies and looming failures over the last several months.
Perhaps these "green" technologies truly are the wave of the future. Perhaps one day we will be able to power our nation with windmills and solar panels, and we can drive clean natural gas-powered vehicles – all at lower cost than the cheap, abundant energy sources we rely on today. Energy solutions that are better for the environment and cost effective are a dream come true for all of us. But it's consumers acting in the free market that should pave the way towards that future, not officials in Washington. Until the government stops using taxpayer dollars to pick winners and losers, until this political cronyism and corporate welfare is put to rest all together, our tax dollars will continue to be wasted and our nation's economy will continue to suffer.
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Fred C. Martinez, a young Navajo man, was brutally murdered after deciding he didn't want to choose between being a boy or a girl. Fred self-identified as a gay male, but also expressed the feminine aspect of his personality in his dress and self-presentation. In Navajo culture, this concept is known as nádleehí. Nádleehí transcend limited categorization and lead with a spiritual, sexual, and gender identity outside of the strict dichotomy of gender roles that exist in mainstream Western culture.
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315 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL | Directions 3360627.941312 -82.483111
Mon-Thu 5pm-12am
Fri-Sat 5pm-2am
Neighborhoods: Courier City/Oscawana, Southwest
Awesome Tapas & Sangrias! They are Re-Opening! – They are awesome, and they are returning!!! New location is on Hillsborough & I75 sometime in November I heard. Hope to see you there. They will have breakfast and sushi now too!
Miss you – I miss this restaurant. We used to dine here at least once a week. I hope something as good takes it place or Sangria's opens somewhere else.
Good food – Most of the food is good, worth the visit. Sangria is awsome. Does get crowded on Friday nights though. Comparable to the other tapas place, Ceiviche
Nice servers but not worth the money. – The plates that appear on the menu to be main course are appetizer size. We ended up ordering 14 menu items to fill up 6 people.
The Best Tapas in Tampa!!! – Excelent service, great atmosphera, is the kind of place that you have to go. The food is out of this world.
Wonderful Surprise – We were visiting Tampa over the holdiay and found Sangria listed in the local Friday Extra section of the Tampa newspaper. We searched for it and found it to be a wonderful surprise! The food was outstanding (Calamares al Ajillo was so good we had to order a second serving!).
Hats off to the wait staff and the entire staff as they were very friendly and made great menu suggestions. Greta was one of the best servers we have experienced and she was attentive to both my wife and myself. We will definitely make it a part of future trips to the Tampa area.
lalo93 – We have had numerous parties at Sangria's (birthdays, anniversaries, bridal shower) and have always been treated wonderfully. The food is great, the servers and management go out of their way to see that we have a festive time. The best time to go for a party is early Friday or Saturday or any week day. The free valet parking is a definite plus. Try the calamari - it's the BEST!!
Rude Service – I went here to celebrate a friends birthday. We had made reservations ahead of time for a group of 15. When we arrived we were told that we had only 2 hours (from the time of our reservation) and then we had to be out of there. Not only was that rude and unprofessional, the staff made us feel very uncomfortable throughout the night and asked us to leave when our 2 hours were up. Just plain rude, especially when we were giving them our business. Never Again!
Nibble "little dishes of Spain" and raise a glass of sweet, chilled sangria at this gem on South Tampa's restaurant row. – The Scene
Warm and inviting, this laid-back locale caters to late-night fashionistas and stylish señors. Savor sumptuous dishes as they arrive, one by one, atop crisp white tablecloths accented by striking cobalt goblets and dark-wood chairs. Soft lighting spotlights Spanish art and terra-cotta tile floors and walls.
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Patrons leave no morsel behind as they sop up flavorful juices with fresh, warm bread. Served cold, Ceviche de la Casa tosses lime-infused shrimp, scallops and squid with a subtle dressing of tangy peppers, onions and lemon. Indulge in thick slices of roasted pork tenderloin artfully placed atop a cream of mustard sauce and mashed potatoes; flaky and sweet pan-seared salmon encrusted with sliced hazelnuts in a fresh fennel sauce; and sautéed shrimp drowning in a spicy broth with garlic and red pepper. Don't miss the towering 1,000-layer sheet cake--a subtle lemon chantilly cream spread between phyllo dough and topped with sliced strawberries.
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4.5-star resort with pools, private beach, full-service spa
On its own private white sand beach, this resort is in Oak Beach, within the vicinity of Wildlife Habitat. Regional attractions also include Great Barrier Reef and Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.
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Spend the day catching some rays at Thala Beach Lodge's private white sand beach, relaxing by one of the resort's 2 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa.
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Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guestrooms also feature refrigerators, air conditioning, and climate control.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
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Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. At Thala Beach Lodge you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.
The resort offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/café. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is located on site and high-speed wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Art Deco resort also offers a health club and a garden. Onsite valet parking is complimentary.
Thala Beach Lodge has designated areas for smoking.
- On private beach
- Poolside bar
- Massage - spa treatment room(s)
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Bar/lounge
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Banquet facilities
- Event catering
- Secretarial services
- Business services
- Express check-in
- Multilingual staff
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- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Currency exchange
- ATM/banking
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Coffee/tea in lobby
- Library
- Video library
- Picnic area
- Beauty services
- Wedding services
- Concierge services
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- Full-service health spa
- Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
- Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
- Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Computer station
- Laundry facilities
- Tour assistance
- Babysitting or childcare
- Total number of rooms - 83
- Health club
- Luggage storage
- One meeting/conference room
- Number of floors - 1
- Free valet parking
- Room service (limited hours)
- Meeting facilities size (feet) - 1615
- Train station pickup (surcharge)
- Private beach - direct access
- Conference center
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Coffee shop or café
- Half board rates available
- Full board rates available
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Dial-up Internet access - surcharge
- Designated smoking areas
- Number of outdoor pools - 2
- Patio
- Year Built 1998
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
- Free guest parking during stay
- Meeting facilities size (meters) - 150
- Shopping on site
- Number of buildings/towers - 83
- Garden
- Internet
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi, Free wired high-speed Internet
- Parking
Free parking, Free guest parking during stay, Free valet parking
- Room Amenities
- DVD player
- Furnished balcony or patio
- Climate control
- Ceiling fan
- Air conditioning
- Direct-dial phone
- Refrigerator
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- In-room massage available
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Desk
- Iron/ironing board
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Microwave (on request)
- Flat-panel TV
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Complimentary newspaper
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- In-room safe
- Cribs/infant beds available
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Digital TV service
- Dining
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.
Ospreys - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
- Recreation
A private beach and a health club are featured at the resort. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Golf - driving range nearby
- Horse riding/rental nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Dock nearby
- Boat launch nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Whale-watching nearby
- Pilates classes/instruction nearby
- Tennis nearby
- Aerobics nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Skydiving nearby
- Rowing or canoeing nearby
- Bird watching on site
- Ecotours on site
- Helicopter/airplane tours on site
- Hiking/biking trails on site
- Kayaking on site
- Running track/path on site
- Swimming on site
- Yoga classes/instruction on site
- Personal motorized watercraft on site
- Bungee jumping nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Spa
Beauty Within has massage/treatment rooms. Services include massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments.
- Body scrubs
- Massages
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
Policies & Fees
- Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
- Check-out
Check-out time is 10 AM
- Payment types
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
- General
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Fees
- The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Breakfast fee: AUD 25 per person (approximately)
- Airport shuttle fee: AUD 32 per person (one way)
- Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
- Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50 per night
- Onsite credit card charges are subject to a surcharge
- Additional Details
A resort fee is included in the total price displayed.
Awards & Affiliations
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- A Green / Sustainable Property - Third Party CertifiedThis property participates in ECO Certification, a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.
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This property does not have an official STAR Rating from AAA Tourism Pty Ltd. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.


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Joe Willis is the Cedar Park Timberwolves head coach. When Willis was an assistant coach for Cedar Park, the name 'Black Rain' was given to the T-Wolves defense. Since then defensive standards have been set and expected of the Cedar Park players.
The T-Wolves offense is a huge fan of the 'Black Rain' because it allows Cedar Park's offense to get back to work and score more frequently.
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Bullshot Crummond
A parody of 1930s-era detective movies adapted for the stage, starring hilarious characters like a dashing English hero, dastardly German villains, Otto and Lenya Von Bruno, and more.
When: Friday, July 8, 2011, 7 p.m.
Where: Circle Bar B Dinner Theatre, 1800 Refugio Rd., Goleta
Cost: $35 - $45
Age limit: All ages
Categories: Theater
Hilarity for the entire family! Circle Bar B Dinner Theatre presents Bullshot Crummond as the second show in the 40th Anniversary Season. Running from May 28-July 10th.
Bullshot Crummond, is a stylized parody of low budget 1930s detective movies, starring characters like a dashing English hero, a sweet but quirky English rose and dasterdly German Villians, Otto and Lenya Von Bruno. This representative of the 1980s is directed by Jim Sirianni and stars one of the original 80's cast members, Ray Wallenthin. German villain Otto Von Bruno and his fiendish wife Lenya battle Hugh "Bullshot" Crummond for the favor of the lovely Rosemary Fenton whose father is being tortured in a dark and gloomy castle. Exploding dynamite, sword fights, crashing planes and car chases make this crazy comedy the perfect family fun.
Phone: 805-967-1962
Event posted May 25, 2011
Last updated June 15, 2011
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A Plumas County Bank sale was held for the 400m acres Watts Ranch in Indian Valley to Joseph Miller for $8,500. It was formerly known as the Jerry Evans Ranch.
A special snowball train from San Francisco traveled to Portola last Sunday and generated some $1,000 in revenue for Plumas County according to the Plumas County Chamber of Commerce.
1,659 Plumas County dog licenses have been issued so far since the recently passed Plumas County dog ordinance went into effect in January.
The Plumas County Chamber of Commerce has replaced its chipmunk caricature logo to a more contemporary logo design depicting a lake, trees, and fish that more broadly depicts what Plumas County has to offer tourists.
The family, friends and colleagues of the late Butte County Sheriff Deputy Bill Hunter gathered for a dedication of the Chester-Lake Almanor Snowmobile Park in his memory last weekend. He was killed in the line of duty in July of 2001.
Bullying in Plumas school campuses was the main topic at the Plumas Unified School District board meeting this week where the board agreed they want to be proactive and send the message that there is zero tolerance for bullying in the schools.
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A lot of things can be said about Mew. First, you just can't know what it will do. With 100 on every stat and a great movepool, Mew is unpredictable. And in ADV, a wrong move could turn the tables, so Mew is a very useful Pokémon. Second, a physical Mew can counter Skarmory, a special Mew can beat Blissey easily. And 100 on every stat makes it able to use mixed sets effectively, making it harder to counter. It doesn't die with 100 on defenses, HP, and Softboiled. It often can't be phazed, and even the best walls can't block it. Of course, there's Mewtwo, which is way better than Mew in almost every way. If you're using Mew, be sure to take advantage of its unique movepool, because unless you're using one of those moves, Mewtwo can do just about anything Mew can do, but better. Mew can bluff Explosion sometimes, though, so a Calm Minder can work.
Calm Minding Mew. You might want to throw in Substitute somewhere, Mew has 404 HP as well, allowing it to make 101 HP Substitutes. This makes its Substitutes take two hits from Seismic Toss and Night Shade, often the only real damaging moves on Blissey and Deoxys-D. Mewtwo does this better.
Taunt Mew. Mostly inferior to Mewtwo at this, especially since Mewtwo has the threat of Selfdestruct now, Mew can't even scare some things away like it could. If you're using this set, consider using Mewtwo instead. Only use Psychic if it's your only attack, Ice Beam can be paired with Thunderbolt or with Softboiled. Psychic is good to hit everything decently, and is primarily for having a recovery move and for hitting Kyogre. Ice Beam hits all physical attackers in uber harder (Groudon, Metagross, Tyranitar, Rayquaza) as you boost Special Defense with Calm Mind to save yourself from that threat. Softboiled is recommended over Boltbeam, but both work.
A more defensive Mew, if your team needs Toxic support. You'll have problems with Blissey, so Snatch might be useful, but better switch out because of Toxic—or even let it Toxic you, Synchronize activates, then Snatch its Aromatherapy to heal yourself if you trust your prediction. It can be really hard to pull off, but with Snatch, Mew beats Blissey 100%. This works really well with Spikes, because a Toxic + Snatch Mew will force a few switches. Synchronize makes this Mew better than Mewtwo at this, because it can stop enemy stall teams cold. The last attack is to do some actual damage, primarily to break Substitutes. Ice Beam for Groudon, Latias, Latios, and Rayquaza, Thunder for Kyogre and Metagross in the rain, and Flamethrower for Forretress, Groudon, and Metagross in the sun. Flamethrower works best with an ally Groudon, to give Flamethrower pseudo-STAB.
Physical Mew, kind of good because most ubers are Special based, kind of not because of lack of STAB and Mew's mediocre stats. Those with Softboiled may want a more defensive spread.
Use Substitute first unless you predict what your opponent is going to switch to, then attack with the correct moves. Nothing resists Focus Punch + Thunderbolt + Ice Beam except Shedinja. Focus Punch is actually decent in ubers, as it hits Blissey, the rare Snorlax, and the even rarer Regice super effectively, and since they have to devote most of their EVs to Special Defense, that's means less physical Defense. It also hits Lanturn neutral, which shows up on a few Rain teams. Again, Mew's Substitutes are unbreakable by most Blissey and Deoxys-D, so it has more of a use than just easing up prediction.
Explosion is one of the few things Mew can do and the other ubers can't, if this means something. Unfortunately, Mewtwo stole some of Mew's thunder by learning the move Selfdestruct in XD, which is a slightly weaker Explosion. Ice Beam hits Groudon and Rayquaza harder than any of your other moves, except Explosion. Overheat for Forretress, Groudon, and Skarmory. Focus Punch hits Kyogre harder than any of your other moves, as well as possibly OHKOing Blissey that don't invest in Defense EVs, and still does a bit to Groudon (but not as much as Overheat or Ice Beam).
Pure special Mew, inferior to the Taunting counterpart. Only Lanturn resists Thunderbolt, Flamethrower, and Ice Beam. Use Hidden Power Dark over Flamethrower if you have a Kyogre, and use Thunderbolt over Thunder if you have Groudon.
You can mess foes up with Hypnosis, buying more time to Calm Mind and blocking more hits. A bit like Lugia, except with no Pressure, worse stats, and no Whirlwind. Hypnosis is cool, though.
Hypnotize one Pokémon to put it out of commission, set up a Reflect or a Light Screen to give yourself the advantage, then Transform into the enemy.
Other Options
Mew's got the biggest movepool in the game besides Smeargle, so abuse it. Psychic is good only if it's your only attack, otherwise it's horrible. Too much stuff resists Psychic for it to be useful if you have room for two moves. Fake Out is OK for Pokémon that Substitute down to a berry, and can surprise Pokémon with Endure, as well as being very useful in 2v2. Torment is always cool to annoy Choice Banders and Pokémon that carry one attack to help stall them out. Roar can surprise Calm Minders.
If you're going to use Substitute, you'll want Max HP because of 101 HP Substitutes. Otherwise give the stat you are using (Attack for Physical Mews, Special Attack for special Mews, etc.) a ton of EVs, and generally shoot for 320 Speed to beat Latias and Latios, or 280 Speed to beat Adamant Groudon and Modest Kyogre.
Checks and Counters
Depends on the Mew set. Try to learn the set your opponent is using. Just directly attack it, because many Mew pack Taunt, but you can try to catch it off guard as well. Stuff that is faster than it and can hit hard do a decent job at countering Mew. Mew's biggest danger is its unpredictability. Once you know its set, its power greatly decreases.


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- Specialty: Open Water
- Country: Italy
- Hometown: Gualtieri
- Date of Birth: 6/2/1989
- Hobbies: Watching basketball and dancing
Nicoletta Simonazzi's career exploded in 2009 after winning the crossing of the Straight of Messina (5.2km), an important race in Italy. Nicoletta then set her sights on international competitions, particularly the stages of the World Cup and the FINA Grand Prix in Dubai. She experienced great improvements there and the following year was ready to scale the heights of the Grand Prix leader board. That year Nicoletta finished 7th place in the world rankings following a fantastic 3rd place effort in Serbia. In 2011, she finished 6th place in the world rankings despite experiencing a nagging injury throughout the Grand Prix series. Following a great training year in 2012, Nicoletta has her sights set on becoming one of the best open water swimmers in Europe, and the world. She is currently competing for a spot in this year's World Championships and European Championships (25km).
Major Accolades:
- 3rd place FINA Sabac Marathon (SRB) 19km; 2010
- 5th place FINA Capri-Napoli Marathon (ITA) 36km; 2010, 2011, 2012
- 7th place FINA Santa Fe-Coronda Marathon (ARG) 57km; 2011
- 7th place in FINA Grand Prix series; 2010
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E. coli
(ee) (KOH-ly)
see Escherichia coli.
see esophagogastroduodenoscopy.
a procedure that uses an electrical current passed through an instrument to stop bleeding.
chemicals in the body fluids that are parts of salts, including sodium, potassium, magnesium, and chloride.
see enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.
accidental passage of a bowel movement. A common disorder in children.
a small, flexible tube with a light and a camera on the end that is used to look into the esophagus, stomach, duodenum, colon, or rectum. It can also be used to take tissue from the body for testing or to take color photographs of the inside of the body. Colonoscopes and sigmoidoscopes are types of endoscopes.
endoscopic papillotomy
(en-doh-SKOP-ik) (PAP-ih-LOT-uh-mee)
see endoscopic sphincterotomy.
endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
(en-doh-SKOP-ik) (RET-roh-grayd) (koh-LAN-jee-oh-PAN-kree-uh-TOG-ruh-fee)
a test that uses an x ray to look into the bile and pancreatic ducts. The doctor inserts an endoscope through the mouth into the duodenum and bile ducts. Dye is sent through the tube into the ducts, which makes the ducts show up on an x ray.
endoscopic sphincterotomy
(en-doh-SKOP-ik) (SFINGK-tur-OT-uh-mee)
an operation to cut the muscle between the common bile duct and the pancreatic duct. The operation uses a catheter and wire to remove gallstones or other blockages. Also called endoscopic papillotomy.
a procedure that uses an endoscope to diagnose or treat a condition.
a liquid put into the rectum to clear out the bowel or administer drugs.
enteral nutrition
(EN-tur-uhl) (noo-TRISH-uhn)
a way to provide food through a tube placed in the nose, stomach, or small intestine. A tube in the nose is called a nasogastric or nasoenteral tube. A tube may be placed into the stomach or small intestine through a hole called a gastrostomy, percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG), jejunostomy, or percutaneous endoscopic jejunostomy (PEJ). Also called tube feeding.
an irritation of the small intestine.
a hernia in the intestines. See hernia.
enterokinase deficiency
(EN-tur-oh-KY-nayss) (duh-FISH-en-see)
a rare disorder of protein malabsorption.
an examination of the small intestine with an endoscope. The endoscope is inserted through the mouth and stomach into the small intestine.
enterostomal therapy (ET) nurse
(EN-tur-oh-STOH-muhl) (THAIR-uh-pee) (nurss)
a nurse who cares for patients who have an ostomy.
an ostomy, or opening, into the intestines through the abdominal wall.
proteins in the body that control chemical reactions in the body, including energy production and metabolism.
enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
(EN-zym-linkt) (IM-yoo-noh-SOR-bent) (ASS-say)
a type of blood test usually used to measure antibodies.
eosinophilic esophagitis
(EE-oh-sin-oh-FIL-ik) (uh-SOF-uh-JY-tiss)
a disease in which the lining of the esophagus becomes infiltrated with a type of white blood cell called an eosinophil.
eosinophilic gastroenteritis
(EE-oh-sin-oh-FIL-ik) (GASS-troh-en-tur-EYE-tiss)
an irritation of the stomach, small intestine, or large intestine caused by a type of white blood cell called an eosinophil.
epithelial cells
(EP-ih-THEE-lee-uhl) (selz)
one of many kinds of cells that form the epithelium and absorb nutrients.
the inner and outer tissue covering digestive tract organs.
see endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography.
a noisy release of gas from the stomach through the mouth. Also called belching or burping.
erythema nodosum
(AIR-ih-THEE-muh) (NOH-doh-suhm)
swelling or red sores on the lower legs during flare-ups of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. These sores show that the disease is active and usually go away when the disease is treated.
Escherichia coli (E. coli)
(esh-uh-RIK-ee-uh) (KOH-ly)
a family of bacteria found in the gastrointestinal tract. Some forms may cause diarrhea.
esophageal atresia
(uh-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl) (uh-TREE-zee-uh)
a birth defect in which the esophagus lacks the opening to allow food to pass into the stomach.
esophageal manometry
(uh-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl) (muh-NOM-uh-tree)
a test to measure muscle contraction in the esophagus.
esophageal perforation
(uh-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl) (PUR-foh-RAY-shuhn)
a hole in the esophagus, which may be caused by a disease or medical procedure.
esophageal pH monitoring
(uh-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl) (PEE-AYCH) (MON-ih-tur-ing)
a test to measure the amount of acid in the esophagus.
esophageal reflux
(uh-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl) (REE-fluhks)
see gastroesophageal reflux disease.
esophageal spasms
(uh-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl) (SPA-zumz)
muscle contractions in the esophagus that cause pain in the chest or trouble swallowing.
esophageal stricture
(uh-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl) (STRIK-choor)
a narrowing of the esophagus often caused by acid flowing back from the stomach or cancer. This condition may require surgery.
esophageal ulcer
(uh-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl) (UHL-sur)
a sore in the esophagus caused by long-term inflammation, infection, pills, or cancer.
esophageal varices
(uh-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl) (VAIR-ih-seez)
large veins in the esophagus that occur when the liver is not working properly. If the veins burst, the bleeding can cause death.
an irritation of the esophagus, usually caused by acid that flows up from the stomach.
esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
an exam of the upper digestive tract using an endoscope. See endoscopy.
the organ that connects the mouth to the stomach. Also called the gullet.
see extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy.
ET nurse
(EE-TEE) (nurss)
see enterostomal therapy nurse.
when the body gets rid of waste.
extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL)
(EKS-truh-kor-POH-ree-uhl) (shok) (wayv) (LITH-oh-TRIP-see)
a method of breaking up bile stones, gallstones, and pancreatic and renal stones that uses a specialized tool and shock waves.
extrahepatic biliary tree
(EKS-truh-heh-PAT-ik) (BIL-ee-air-ee) (tree)
the bile ducts located outside the liver.
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failure to thrive
(FAYL-yoor) (too) (thryv)
a condition that occurs when a child grows at a slower-than-normal rate.
familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)
(fa-MIL-ee-uhl) (AD-uh-NOH-muh-tuhss) (PAHL-ee-POH-siss)
an inherited disease characterized by the presence of 100 or more polyps in the colon. The polyps lead to colorectal cancer if not treated.
see familial adenomatous polyposis.
- one of the three main nutrients in food. Foods that provide fat are butter, margarine, salad dressing, oil, nuts, meat, poultry, fish, and some dairy products.
- a greasy liquid or solid material found in the human body, animals, and some plants. In the body, excess calories are stored as fat, providing a reserve supply of energy.
fatty liver
(FAT-ee) (LIV-ur)
see steatosis.
fecal fat test
(FEE-kuhl) (fat) (test)
a test to measure the body's ability to break down and absorb fat by examining stool for fat.
fecal incontinence
(FEE-kuhl) (in-KON-tih-nenss)
being unable to hold stool in the colon and rectum.
fecal occult blood test (FOBT)
(FEE-kuhl) (uh-KUHLT) (bluhd) (test)
a test to see whether there is blood in the stool that is not visible to the naked eye. A sample of stool is placed on a chemical strip that changes color if blood is present. Hidden blood in the stool may be a sign of colorectal cancer.
the solid waste that passes through the rectum as a bowel movement. Feces are undigested food, bacteria, mucus, and dead cells. Also called stool.
the process of bacteria breaking down undigested food and releasing alcohols, acids, and gases.
see fulminant hepatic failure.
a substance in foods that comes from plants. Fiber helps keep stool soft so that it moves smoothly through the colon. Soluble fiber dissolves in water and is found in beans, fruit, and oat products. Insoluble fiber does not dissolve in water and is found in whole-grain products and vegetables.
an abnormal passage between two organs, or between an organ and the outside of the body, caused when damaged tissues come into contact and join together while healing.
excessive gas in the stomach or intestine that can cause bloating and flatus.
gas passed through the rectum.
see fecal occult blood test.
foodborne illness
(FOOD-born) (IL-ness)
an acute gastrointestinal infection caused by food that contains harmful bacteria or toxins. Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, and chills.
fulminant hepatic failure (FHF)
(FUL-mih-nuhnt) (heh-PAT-ik) (FAYL-yoor)
liver failure that occurs suddenly in a previously healthy person. The most common causes of FHF are acute hepatitis, acetaminophen overdose, and liver damage from prescription drugs.
functional disorders
(FUHNK-shuhn-uhl) (diss-OR-durz)
disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome that are of unknown cause. Symptoms such as gas, pain, constipation, and diarrhea come back repeatedly but without signs of disease or damage. Emotional stress can trigger symptoms. Also called motility disorders.
a mold or yeast such as Candida that may cause infection.
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a type of sugar in milk products and sugar beets. The body also makes galactose.
a buildup of galactose in the blood caused by the lack of one of the enzymes needed to break down galactose.
the organ that stores the bile made in the liver and that is connected to the liver by bile ducts. The gallbladder can store about 2 tablespoons of bile. Eating signals the gallbladder to empty the bile through the bile ducts to help the body digest fats.
the solid masses or stones made of cholesterol or bilirubin that form in the gallbladder or bile ducts.
Gardner's syndrome
(GARD-nurz) SIN-drohm)
a condition in which many polyps form throughout the digestive tract. Because these polyps are likely to become cancerous, the colon and rectum are often removed to prevent colorectal cancer.
air that results from the normal breakdown of food. The gases are passed out of the body through the rectum (flatus) or the mouth (burping).
related to the stomach.
gastric hypersecretion
(GASS-trik) (HY-pur-see-KREE-shuhn)
the oversecretion of gastric acid and the hallmark symptom of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
gastric juices
(GASS-trik) (JOO-sez)
liquids produced in the stomach to help break down food and kill bacteria.
gastric resection
(GASS-trik) (ree-SEK-shuhn)
an operation to remove part or all of the stomach.
gastric ulcer
(GASS-trik) (UHL-sur)
an open sore in the lining of the stomach. Also called stomach ulcer.
a hormone released after eating that causes the stomach to produce more acid.
inflammation of the stomach lining.
gastrocolic reflex
(GASS-troh-KOL-ik) (REE-fleks)
an increase of muscle movement in the gastrointestinal tract when food enters an empty stomach. It may cause the urge to have a bowel movement right after eating.
an infection or irritation of the stomach and intestines, which may be caused by viruses or by bacteria or parasites from spoiled food or unclean water. Other causes include eating food that irritates the stomach lining and emotional upsets such as anger, fear, or stress. Symptoms include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramping. See infectious diarrhea and traveler's diarrhea.
Some Causes of Gastroenteritis
- Bacteria
- Escherichia coli
- Salmonella
- Shigella
- Viruses
- Norwalk virus
- Rotavirus
- Parasites
- Cryptosporidia
- Entamoeba histolytica
- Giardia lamblia
a doctor who specializes in digestive diseases.
the field of medicine focusing on the function and disorders of the digestive system.
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
(GASS-troh-uh-SOF-uh-JEE-uhl) (REE-fluhks) (dih-ZEEZ)
a condition in which stomach contents flow back up into the esophagus. GERD happens when the muscle between the esophagus and the stomach (the lower esophageal sphincter) is weak or relaxes when it should not. It may cause esophagitis. Also called esophageal reflux or reflux esophagitis.
gastrointestinal (GI)
related to the gastrointestinal tract.
gastrointestinal duplications
(GASS-troh-in-TESS-tin-uhl) (DOO-plih-KAY-shuhnz)
rare, smooth cystic structures attached to the border of the intestines, which are most commonly seen in the ileum.
gastrointestinal tract (GI tract)
(GASS-troh-in-TESS-tin-uhl) (trakt)
the large, muscular tube that extends from the mouth to the anus, where the movement of muscles, along with the release of hormones and enzymes, allows for the digestion of food. Also called the alimentary canal or digestive tract.
nerve or muscle damage in the stomach that causes slow emptying, vomiting, nausea, or bloating. Also called delayed gastric emptying.
an artificial opening from the stomach to a hole (stoma) in the abdomen where a feeding tube is inserted. See enteral nutrition.
see gastroesophageal reflux disease.
see gastrointestinal.
an infection of the parasite Giardia lamblia caused by spoiled food or unclean water. It can cause diarrhea. See gastroenteritis.
Gilbert syndrome
(zheel-BAIR) (SIN-drohm)
a buildup of bilirubin in the blood caused by the lack of a liver enzyme needed to break it down. See bilirubin.
GI tract
(JEE-EYE) (trakt)
see gastrointestinal tract.
globus sensation
(GLOH-buhss) (sen-SAY-shuhn)
a constant feeling of a lump in the throat that is usually related to stress.
a simple sugar the body manufactures from carbohydrates in the diet. Glucose is the body's main source of energy. See carbohydrates.
a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. In people with celiac disease, gluten damages the lining of the small intestine or causes sores on the skin. See celiac disease.
gluten intolerance
(GLOO-tuhn) (in-TOL-ur-uhnss)
see celiac disease.
gluten sensitive enteropathy
(GLOO-tuhn) (SEN-sih-tiv) (EN-tur-OP-uh-thee)
a general term that refers to celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis.
the stored form of sugar in the liver and muscles that releases glucose into the blood when cells need it for energy. Glycogen is the chief source of stored fuel in the body.
glycogen storage diseases
(GLY-koh-jen) (STOR-uhj) (dih-ZEEZ-iz)
a group of birth defects that changes the way the liver breaks down glycogen.
a type of immune reaction seen in some diseases.
granulomatous colitis
(GRAN-yoo-LOM-uh-tuhss) (koh-LY-tiss)
another name for Crohn's disease of the colon.
granulomatous enteritis
(GRAN-yoo-LOM-uh-tuhss) (EN-tur-EYE-tiss)
another name for Crohn's disease of the small intestine.
see esophagus.
see intestines.
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H2 blockers
(AYCH-TOO) (BLOK-urz)
medicines that reduce the amount of acid the stomach produces. Histamine2 (H2) signals the stomach to make acid. Examples of H2 blockers include cimetidine, famotidine, nizatidine, and ranitidine. (Brand names: Tagamet, Pepcid, Axid, Zantac.) They are used to treat ulcer symptoms. Nonprescription H2 blockers are Zantac 75, Axid AR, Pepcid-AC, and Tagamet-HB.
see hepatitis B immunoglobulin.
heartburn (HART-burn)
a painful, burning feeling in the chest caused by stomach acid flowing back into the esophagus. Changing the diet and other lifestyle habits can help prevent heartburn. Heartburn may be a symptom of GERD. See gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Tips to Control Heartburn
- Avoid foods and beverages that worsen symptoms or irritate the esophagus lining, such as fried, spicy, and acidic foods.
- Lose weight if overweight.
- Stop smoking.
- Elevate the head of the bed 6 inches.
- Avoid lying down 2 to 3 hours after eating.
- Take an antacid.
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)
(HEL-uh-koh-BAK-tur) (py-LOR-eye)
a spiral-shaped bacterium found in the stomach. H. pylori damages the stomach and tissue in the first part of the small intestine, causing ulcers. Previously called Campylobacter pylori.
a disease that occurs when the body absorbs too much iron or receives many blood transfusions. The body stores the excess iron in the liver, pancreas, and other organs and can cause cirrhosis. Also called iron overload disease.
an operation to remove hemorrhoids.
swollen blood vessels in and around the anus and lower rectum. Continual straining to have a bowel movement causes them to stretch and swell. They cause itching, pain, and sometimes bleeding.
related to the liver.
hepatic coma
(heh-PAT-ik) (KOH-muh)
see hepatic encephalopathy.
hepatic encephalopathy
(heh-PAT-ik) (en-SEF-uh-LAW-puh-thee)
a condition that may cause loss of consciousness and coma. It is usually the result of advanced liver disease. Also called hepatic coma.
an irritation of the liver that sometimes causes permanent damage. Hepatitis may be caused by viruses, medicines, or toxins.
hepatitis A
(HEP-uh-TY-tiss) (ay)
a virus most often spread through unclean food and water.
hepatitis B
(HEP-uh-TY-tiss) (bee)
a virus commonly spread through sexual intercourse, blood transfusion, sharing needles with infected people, or from mother to newborn at birth. Hepatitis B is more common and much more easily spread than the AIDS virus and may lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer.
hepatitis B immunoglobulin (HBIg)
(HEP-uh-TY-tiss) (bee) (IM-yoo-noh-GLOB-yoo-lin)
a vaccination that gives short-term protection against hepatitis B.
hepatitis B vaccine
(HEP-uh-TY-tiss) (bee) (vak-SEEN)
a vaccination to prevent hepatitis B. The vaccine leads the body to make its own protection (antibodies) against the virus.
hepatitis C
(HEP-uh-TY-tiss) (see)
a virus spread by blood transfusion (prior to July 1992) and possibly by sexual intercourse or sharing needles with infected people. Hepatitis C can lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer. Hepatitis C used to be called non-A, non-B hepatitis.
hepatitis D
(HEP-uh-TY-tiss) (dee)
a virus that occurs mostly in people who share needles with infected people. Only people who have hepatitis B can get hepatitis D.
hepatitis E
(HEP-uh-TY-tiss) (ee)
a virus spread mostly through unclean water. This type of hepatitis is common in developing countries. It has not occurred in the United States.
a doctor who specializes in liver diseases.
the field of medicine focusing on the functions and disorders of the liver.
hepatorenal syndrome
(HEP-uh-toh-REE-nuhl) (SIN-drohm)
unexplained kidney failure seen in people with severe liver or biliary tract disease.
refers to damage a medicine or other substance does to the liver.
the part of an internal organ that pushes through an opening in the organ's wall. Most hernias occur in the abdominal area. For an example, see inguinal hernia.
an operation to repair a hernia.
hiatal hernia
(hy-AY-tuhl) (HUR-nee-uh)
an opening in the diaphragm that allows the upper part of the stomach to move up into the chest. It may cause heartburn from stomach acid flowing back up through the opening. See diaphragm. Also called hiatus hernia.
Hirschsprung disease
(HURSH-spruhng) (dih-ZEEZ)
a birth defect in which some nerve cells are lacking in the large intestine, causing the intestine not to move stool and become blocked. It causes the abdomen to swell. See megacolon.
a natural chemical produced in one part of the body and released into the blood to trigger or regulate particular functions of the body. The digestive system makes a large number of different hormones.
H. pylori
(aych) (py-LOR-eye)
see Helicobacter pylori.
hydrochloric acid
(HY-droh-KLOR-ik) (ASS-id)
an acid made in the stomach that works with pepsin and other enzymes to break down proteins.
an odorless, colorless, flammable gas that combines chemically to form water.
hydrogen breath test
(HY-droh-jen) (breth) (test)
a test for lactose intolerance that measures breath samples for hydrogen levels. The body makes too much hydrogen when lactose is not broken down properly in the small intestine.
see parenteral nutrition.
the condition of having too much bilirubin in the blood, which occurs when the liver does not work normally or blood breaks down too quickly. Symptoms include jaundice.
having too much hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
hyperplastic polyps
(HY-pur-PLASS-tik) (POL-ips)
the most common form of polyps, usually found in the sigmoid colon and rectum. These polyps are not thought to progress to cancer.
hypoproteinemic hypertrophic gastritis
(HY-poh-PROH-teen-EE-mik) (HY-pur-TROF-ik) (gass-TRY-tiss)
see Ménétrier disease.
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see inflammatory bowel disease.
see irritable bowel syndrome.
related to the ileum, the lowest end of the small intestine.
ileal pouch
(IL-ee-uhl) (pouch)
see ileoanal reservoir.
see Crohn's disease.
ileoanal pouch anastomosis
(IL-ee-oh-AY-nuhl) (pouch) (uh-NASS-toh-MOH-siss)
an operation to remove the colon and inner lining of the rectum. The outer muscle of the rectum is not removed. The bottom end of the small intestine (ileum) is pulled through the remaining rectum and joined to the anus, allowing stool to pass normally. Also called ileoanal pull-through intestine.
ileoanal pull-through intestine
(IL-ee-oh-AY-nuhl) (PUL-throo) (in-TESS-tin)
see ileoanal pouch anastomosis.
ileoanal reservoir
(IL-ee-oh-AY-nuhl) (REZ-ur-vwar)
a colonlike pouch created from the last several inches of the ileum. The pouch allows stool to exit through the anus after the colon is removed. Also called a J-pouch or pelvic pouch.
ileocecal valve
(IL-ee-oh-SEE-kuhl) (valv)
one or more flaps of tissue between the lower part of the small intestine (ileum) and the upper part of the large intestine (cecum).
irritation of the lower part of the small intestine (ileum) and the beginning part of the colon.
an operation that attaches the small intestine to an opening in the abdomen called a stoma. An ostomy pouch, attached to the stoma and worn outside the body, collects stool.
the lower end of the small intestine.
when an object is trapped in a body passage. Examples are stones in the bile duct, hardened stool in the colon, or food in the esophagus.
imperforate anus
(im-PUR-foh-rayt) (AY-nuhss)
a birth defect in which the anal canal fails to develop. The condition is treated with an operation.
see dyspepsia.
infectious diarrhea
(in-FEK-shuhss) (DY-uh-REE-uh)
diarrhea caused by infection from bacteria, viruses, or parasites. See traveler's diarrhea and gastroenteritis.
infectious gastroenteritis
(in-FEK-shuhss) (GASS-troh-en-tur-EYE-tiss)
see gastroenteritis.
inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
(in-FLAM-uh-toh-ree) (boul) (dih-ZEEZ)
long-lasting disorders that cause irritation and ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract. The most common disorders are ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.
inguinal hernia
(ING-gwih-nuhl) (HUR-nee-uh)
a condition in which intra-abdominal fat or part of the small intestine bulges through a weak area in the lower abdominal muscles.
intestinal adhesions
(in-TESS-tih-nuhl) (ad-HEE-zhuhnz)
bands of fibrous tissue that can connect the loops of the intestines to each other, to other abdominal organs, or to the abdominal wall. These bands can pull sections of the intestines out of place and may block the passage of food.
intestinal flora
(in-TESS-tih-nuhl) (FLOH-ruh)
the bacteria, yeasts, and fungi that normally grow in the intestines and colon.
intestinal mucosa
(in-TESS-tih-nuhl) (myoo-KOH-suh)
the inner surface lining of the intestines where the cells absorb nutrients.
intestinal pseudo-obstruction
(in-TESS-tih-nuhl) (SOO-doh-ob-STRUHK-shuhn)
a disorder that causes symptoms of blockage, but no actual blockage, such as constipation, vomiting, and pain. See obstruction.
also called the gut. See large intestine and small intestine.
a reaction to a food, drug, or other substance.
a disorder that causes part of the intestines to fold into another part, causing blockage. It is most common in infants and can be treated with an operation.
iron overload disease
(EYE-urn) (OH-vur-lohd) (dih-ZEEZ)
see hemochromatosis.
cleansing of a cavity or tube with fluid. Example: when an enema is given through a colostomy stoma to cleanse the large bowel.
irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
(IHR-ih-tuh-buhl) (boul) (SIN-drohm)
a disorder of unknown cause that is associated with abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits. Also called spastic colon or mucous colitis.
ischemic colitis
(iss-KEE-mik) (koh-LY-tiss)
irritation of the colon caused by decreased blood flow. It may cause bloody diarrhea.
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a sign of many disorders. The skin and eyes turn yellow from too much bilirubin in the blood. See hyperbilirubinemia.
an operation to create an opening, called a stoma, between the jejunum and the abdomen. See enteral nutrition.
the middle section of the small intestine between the duodenum and ileum.
see ileoanal reservoir.
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a plant-derived adhesive used in ostomy appliances.
Kupffer's cells
(KOOP-furz) (selz)
cells that line the liver. These cells remove waste such as bacteria from the blood.
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