Browse our glossary for definitions of common phrases used throughout this site.
A condition in which contents from the stomach flow back up into the esophagus, often causing a painful sensation behind the breast bone called “heartburn.”
Compounds containing nitrogen that form the building blocks of proteins. A protein is composed of chains of many amino acids. Some amino acids are considered nutritionally essential and must be supplied by the diet.
Having too few red blood cells.
Frequent, loose, and watery bowel movements on an ongoing basis.
Excessive loss of body fluid through frequent urinating, sweating, chronic diarrhea and/or vomiting.
Difficulty swallowing.
The Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) is an advanced laboratory test used to detect small amounts of specific proteins.
Taking nutrition into the body through the digestive system either orally or via a tube.
A type of white blood cell with immune system element.
Chronic, immune-mediated disorder with eosinophil-predominant inflammation in the colon.
Chronic, immune-mediated disorder with eosinophil-predominant inflammation in the duodenum (first part of the small intestine).
Chronic, immune-mediated disorder with eosinophil-predominant inflammation in the small bowel.
Chronic, immune-mediated disorder with eosinophil-predominant inflammation in the esophagus.
Chronic, immune-mediated disorder with eosinophil-predominant inflammation in the stomach.
Chronic, immune-mediated disorder with eosinophil-predominant inflammation in specific regions of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Chronic, immune-mediated disorder with eosinophil- predominant inflammation in the ileum (last part of the small intestine).
Chronic, immune-mediated disorder with eosinophil- predominant inflammation in the duodenum (middle part of the small intestine).
A reaction of the body's immune system to food proteins. The reaction can become stronger each time the individual is exposed to the protein and can become life-threatening in rare cases. The most common food protein allergies are to cow's milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, wheat, and soy.
A buildup of the sugar galactose in the blood. This occurs when a body lacks the enzymes needed to break down galactose into usable glucose. Too much galactose can damage the liver, eyes, brain, and kidneys.
A condition in which the stomach cannot empty itself of food in a normal fashion.
A tube placed in the stomach that provides an alternate way to offer food and/or medicines. It also can be used to vent your child's stomach for air or drainage.
A protein in grains such as wheat, rye, and barley.
A product that is less likely to cause an allergic reaction. Abbott Nutrition manufactures three clinically documented hypoallergenic formulas: Similac Alimentum®, EleCare® and EleCare® Jr.
Process in which the small intestine increases in size so it has more surface area through which to absorb nutrients. This often occurs after bowel resection surgery.
A condition that occurs when the bowel cannot absorb enough protein, fat, or nutrients from a normal formula or diet. Symptoms often include diarrhea and weight loss. This can be due to a food protein allergy to cow's milk or soy, or other causes.
Poor nourishment of the body often due to inadequate digestion and/or absorption of nutrients, insufficient food intake, or bad eating habits.
A small, plastic tube placed through the nose into the stomach. It is used to provide nutrients and medications until the baby can take them orally.
Receiving nutrition through the mouth.
Polyacrylamide Gel Electrophoresis (PAGE) testing is used to detect small amounts of intact protein, regardless of its source. PAGE testing is one of the tests conducted on finished EleCare® products before release.
Taking nutrition into the body in a way other than through the digestive system, for instance, through intravenous feeding (into a vein).
A large complex molecule made up of one or more chains of amino acids. Proteins are needed by the body to grow and function properly.
Malabsorptive conditions resulting from massive re-sectioning of the small intestine. Malnutrition and diarrhea are common.
The narrow, winding, upper part of the intestine where most food is digested, and most nutrients are absorbed.
Feeding (either a special liquid formula or pureed food) that is delivered to a patient through a tube directly into the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, usually through the nose or directly into the stomach or small intestine.
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