A special form of endoscopy called endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreaticography, or ERCP, allows pictures of the pancreas, gallbladder, and related structures to be taken. ERCP is also used for stent placement and biopsies. Endoscopic ultrasound or EUS combines upper endoscopy and ultrasound examination to obtain images and information about various parts of the digestive tract. Why Do I Need an Endoscopy? Doctors will often recommend endoscopy to evaluate: Stomach pain; Ulcers, gastritis, or difficulty swallowing
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Dysphemism Examples. When someone uses a negative or insulting term in place of a neutral or positive term, it is called dysphemism. Epithets are a type of dysphemism. Using Looney Bin in place of mental hospital. Using Faggot in place of homosexual. Using the term Nutcase for someone with a mental illness.