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Disorders in upper GI tract |
Halitosis = bad breath – metabolic activity of anaerobic protein-digesting bacteria Tooth & Gum Disease = build up of dental plaque leading to bacterial activity and damage Acid Reflux Disease (heartburn) = burning substernal pain due to regurgitation of acidic gastric juice into esophagus |
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Disorders in the GI tract |
Peptic or Gastric Ulcer = persistent damage to tissues of stomach wall – burning painMost due to acid-resistant H. pylori bacteria which destroy the mucosal layer Appendicitis = blockage traps infectious bacteria in appendix, organ swells, may burst -> appendectomy Irritable Bowel Syndrome = persistent abdominal pain, bloating, flatulence, nausea – Stress! |
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Associated Glands in GI Tract |
Hepatitis = inflammation due to viral infection --Immunizations Cirrhosis = progressive, chronic inflammation leading to a fatty and fibrous liver, obstructed blood flow --- transplant Gallstones = too much cholesterol or too few bile salts leads to cholesterol crystalization, obstructing flow of bile ---Drugs, ultra-sound, lasers |
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Cancers in Digestive system |
Lymphoma can occur/impact any aspect of the Digestive System:
Oral Gall Bladder Esophageal Colorectal Stomach/Gastric Anal Small Intestine Liver Pancreatic |
