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Esophageal Cancer

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A disease where malignant cells form in the tissues of the esophagus.

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Colon Cancer

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Cancer of the colon or rectum, located at the digestive tract's lower end.

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Pancreatitis

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Inflammation of the pancreas.

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Peptic Ulcers

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Sores that develop on the lining of the stomach, lower esophagus, or small intestine.

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Hemorrhoids

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Swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum and anus that cause discomfort and bleeding.

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Gastroenteritis

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An intestinal infection causing diarrhea, cramps, nausea, and possibly vomiting.

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Appendicitis

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Inflammation of the appendix, a finger-shaped pouch that projects from the colon on the lower right side of the abdomen.

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Gastroparesis

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A condition that affects the stomach muscles and prevents proper stomach emptying.

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Diverticulitis

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Inflammation or infection of small pouches called diverticula that develop along the walls of the intestines.

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Anal Fissure

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A small tear in the thin, moist tissue (mucosa) lining the anus.

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Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

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A rare disorder that causes tumors in the pancreas and duodenum and ulcers in the stomach and duodenum.

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Lactose Intolerance

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Inability to fully digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products.

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

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Includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, characterized by chronic inflammation of the GI tract.

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Chronic Constipation

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Infrequent bowel movements or difficult passage of stools that persists for several weeks or longer.

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Celiac Disease

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An autoimmune disorder where ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine.

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Gastritis

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Inflammation, irritation, or erosion of the lining of the stomach.

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Gallstones

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Hardened deposits of digestive fluid that can form in your gallbladder.

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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

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A digestive disorder where stomach acid irritates the esophageal lining.

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

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A group of intestinal symptoms that typically occur together.

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Hepatitis

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Inflammation of the liver, commonly caused by a viral infection.

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