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barium enema (BE)
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X-ray examination of intestine and colon using barium as contrast medium; also known as lower GI series
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cirrhosis
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Chronic liver disease
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Crohn disease
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Chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) with mucous membrane ulcers; most often found in ileum
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dysentery
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Acute intestinal condition with pain, diarrhea, and blood and mucus in stools; usually caused by bacterial or parasitic infection
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gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
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Occurs when stomach acid backs up into esophagus
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jaundice
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Yellow-colored skin and whites of eyes associated with liver disease
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nausea
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Feeling of urge to vomit
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total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
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Nutrient-complete solution given directly into bloodstream when person cannot eat by mouth
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upper gastrointestinal series
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X-ray examination of esophagus and stomach using barium as contrast medium; also known as barium swallow
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