Explore tens of thousands of sets crafted by our community.
Gastrointestinal Disorders
20
Flashcards
0/20
Esophageal Cancer
A disease where malignant cells form in the tissues of the esophagus.
Colon Cancer
Cancer of the colon or rectum, located at the digestive tract's lower end.
Pancreatitis
Inflammation of the pancreas.
Peptic Ulcers
Sores that develop on the lining of the stomach, lower esophagus, or small intestine.
Hemorrhoids
Swollen and inflamed veins in the rectum and anus that cause discomfort and bleeding.
Gastroenteritis
An intestinal infection causing diarrhea, cramps, nausea, and possibly vomiting.
Appendicitis
Inflammation of the appendix, a finger-shaped pouch that projects from the colon on the lower right side of the abdomen.
Gastroparesis
A condition that affects the stomach muscles and prevents proper stomach emptying.
Diverticulitis
Inflammation or infection of small pouches called diverticula that develop along the walls of the intestines.
Anal Fissure
A small tear in the thin, moist tissue (mucosa) lining the anus.
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
A rare disorder that causes tumors in the pancreas and duodenum and ulcers in the stomach and duodenum.
Lactose Intolerance
Inability to fully digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, characterized by chronic inflammation of the GI tract.
Chronic Constipation
Infrequent bowel movements or difficult passage of stools that persists for several weeks or longer.
Celiac Disease
An autoimmune disorder where ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine.
Gastritis
Inflammation, irritation, or erosion of the lining of the stomach.
Gallstones
Hardened deposits of digestive fluid that can form in your gallbladder.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
A digestive disorder where stomach acid irritates the esophageal lining.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
A group of intestinal symptoms that typically occur together.
Hepatitis
Inflammation of the liver, commonly caused by a viral infection.
© Hypatia.Tech. 2024 All rights reserved.