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detailed information select the links below.
GERD, Dyspepsia, Hiatal hernia, Ulcers, Helicobacter pylori, Gallstones, Pancreatitis,
Gastric cancer, Gastroparesis, Lactose intolerance.
Symptoms
Gas, Bleeding, Indigestion, Heartburn
General
The digestive system- anatomy and function, Treatments, Testing
Conditions
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Overview A general description of dyspepsia, GERD and related conditions. |
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Gastro-esophageal
Reflux Disease (GERD) The backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus can result in more than just heartburn. |
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Dyspepsia Commonly thought of as “indigestion” this group of symptoms can include pain in the upper abdomen, heartburn, increased burping and bloating, nausea, or feeling full too soon. |
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Hiatal
hernia When part of the stomach moves up into the esophagus this can weaken the valve (lower esophageal sphincter) separating the two, facilitating reflux. |
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Ulcers
A peptic ulcer is a sore or lesion that forms in the lining of the stomach or duodenum where acid and pepsin are present. |
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Helicobacter
pylori A bacterial infection that can lead to symptoms of dyspepsia or ulcers. |
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Gallstones Gallstones can cause symptoms of dyspepsia, and more severe complications. |
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Pancreatitis A description of acute and chronic inflammation of the pancreas |
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Gastric
cancer Regarding Barrett's esophagus, stomach cancer and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. |
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Gastroparesis Slow stomach emptying can result from some chronic conditions. |
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Lactose
intolerance The inability to digest lactose (milk sugars). |
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GI
tract gas A discussion of the causes and treatment for gastrointestinal gas. |
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Gastrointestinal
bleeding Would you recognize the signs? |
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Indigestion Symptoms like abdominal pain and bloating may be labelled dyspepsia. |
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Heartburn Those with persistent heartburn and regurgitation commonly have GERD. |
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Digestive
system: anatomy and function A description of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and how it functions. |
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Treatments A description of medical therapies available for heartburn, bloating, abdominal pain and other symptoms of dyspepsia. |
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Testing A description of diagnostic tests for disorders of the upper gastrointestinal tract. |