Digestion Disorders

Peptic Ulcer

Open sores on the inner lining of the stomach or duodenum caused by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori.

Helicobacter pylori

Acid-resistant bacterium linked to the development of peptic ulcers.

Symptoms of Peptic Ulcers

Pain in stomach, weight loss, nausea, feeling easily full, burping, acid reflux, heartburn, vomiting blood.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Chronic inflammation of the intestines, primarily affecting the small and large intestine.

Crohn's Disease

A type of IBD that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract but commonly affects the small intestine.

Ulcerative Colitis

A type of IBD that results in inflammation and ulcers in the colon.

Constipation

A condition where bowel movements are reduced, often due to lack of water intake and unhealthy diet.

Symptoms of Constipation

• Hurts to poop

• Feeling like your rectum is blocked

cannot poop

Colon Cancer

Affects the colon, characterized by changes in bowel habits, such as diarrhea or constipation, lasting longer than four weeks.

Symptoms of Colon Cancer

Rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, feeling of incomplete bowel emptying, weakness, fatigue.

Hepatitis

Inflammation of the liver, often caused by viral infections(Has type A B C).

Symptoms of Hepatitis

Fatigue, flu-like symptoms, dark urine, pale stool, abdominal pain, jaundice.

Cirrhosis

Liver damage characterized by scar tissue replacing healthy liver tissue. Severe Hepatitis

Symptoms of Cirrhosis

Fatigue, easy bleeding, itchy skin, jaundice, fluid accumulation, weight loss.

Gallstones

Salt masses that form in the gallbladder, often blocking bile ducts.

Symptoms of Gallstones

Severe pain after fatty meals, may last 1 to 5 hours. Sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in the upper right portion of your abdomen

• Sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in the center of your abdomen, just below your breastbone

• Back pain between your shoulder blades

• Pain in your right shoulder

• Nausea or vomiting

Diabetes

A condition where body cells are unable to use glucose for energy, resulting in high blood sugar levels.

Type 1 Diabetes

An autoimmune disease that typically develops in children, leading to little or no insulin production.

Type 2 Diabetes

A form of diabetes that develops in adults due to insulin resistance.

Celiac Disease

A serious sensitivity to gluten that damages the villi in the small intestine, impairing nutrient absorption.

Symptoms of Celiac Disease in Children

Abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

A condition that causes frequent heartburn and can damage the esophagus. Sphincter muscle at the lower end of the esophagus relaxes at the wrong time, allowing stomach acid to back up into the esophagus.

Symptoms of GERD

Chest discomfort, dry cough, sour taste in mouth, difficulty swallowing.

Peptic Ulcers

Open sores on the inner lining of the stomach or duodenum caused by Helicobacter pylori; symptoms include stomach pain, weight loss, nausea, and heartburn.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Chronic inflammation of the intestines, which includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, causing symptoms like abdominal pain, bloody stools, and fatigue.

Constipation

Affects large intestine and rectum - Condition with reduced bowel movements, commonly caused by lack of water and unhealthy diet; symptoms include painful bowel movements and feeling of blockage.

Colon Cancer

Cancer affecting the colon, characterized by changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain, and symptoms like rectal bleeding.

Hepatitis

Inflammation of the liver, often due to viral infections; symptoms include fatigue, dark urine, pale stool, and jaundice.

Cirrhosis

Liver disease characterized by scar tissue replacing healthy liver tissue, leading to symptoms like fatigue, jaundice, and fluid accumulation.

Gallstones

Solid masses formed in the gallbladder that block bile ducts; symptoms include severe pain after fatty meals.

Appendicitis

Inflammation of the appendix, occurs when it's blocked by stool or other factors; leads to pain in the lower right abdomen.

Diabetes

affects whole body system. PANCREAS STOMACH -Condition where body cells cannot use glucose for energy due to insufficient insulin; complications include kidney disease and cardiovascular issues.

Celiac Disease

Sensitivity to gluten, damaging the villi in the small intestine; symptoms include abdominal pain, bloating, and weight loss.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Chronic condition causing frequent heartburn and acid reflux, resulting in difficulties swallowing and discomfort.