Resources
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Hydrogen breath test
The hydrogen breath test measures the amount of hydrogen produced in the small intestine after a person has ingested a dose of a form of sugar. -
Capsule endoscopy
You’ve been told by your doctor that a capsule endoscopy is necessary for further evaluation of your medical condition. Capsule endoscopy will provide your doctor with pictures of your small intestine. -
What is an EGD?
EGD may be helpful in the diagnosis of inflammation of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (esophagitis, gastritis, duodenitis), and to identify the site of upper gastrointestinal bleeding.