Another term for indigestion.
Barrett's esophagus - a condition in which normal cells that line the esophagus, called squamous cells, turn into abnormal cells, called specialized columnar cells.
An abnormal connection between two organs, or between an organ and the outside of the body.
Medicines that help prevent and control nausea and vomiting
Difficulty swallowing food or liquid.
A protein in grains, such as wheat, oats, rye, and barley. People who are allergic to gluten often experience irritation and inflammation of the digestive tract when eating products that contain gluten.
Infection and inflammation of the abdominal cavity.
Too much bilirubin in the bloodstream
A disorder in which the intestine folds into itself in a telescope fashion, causing obstruction (blockage).
Clostridium __________; bacteria normally found in the large intestine, which can cause a serious intestinal infection and diarrhea in some people who are taking antibiotics.
Movement of food, fluids, and digestive juices from the stomach back up into the esophagus; causes irritation of the esophagus with acid, resulting in discomfort. Abbreviation
A twisting of the stomach or large intestine that leads to blockage of the digestive tract.
Type of colitis - a disease that causes irritation and ulcers in the lining of the large intestine and rectum. It is a form of inflammatory bowel disease.
Inflammation of the liver that sometimes causes permanent damage; caused by viruses, drugs, alcohol, or parasites. Hepatitis has the following forms:
The cells or membrane covering the outside of organs.