6 Common Digestive Disorders
1. 6 Common Digestive Disorders 2. Digestive System - The human digestive system is a complex series of organs and glands that processes food. In order to use the food we eat, our body has to break the food down into smaller molecules that it can process; it also has to excrete waste. 3. Digestive Organs 4. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) - Heartburn happens, but if it occurs regularly, you may need to be evaluated for GERD. A medical provider can often diagnose GERD based on a description of symptoms alone, but if the problem has been ongoing for some time, additional diagnostic testing may be necessary to evaluate if the disease has caused damage to the esophagus. 5. Chronic Diarrhea - Diarrhea: it’s never the topic of polite conversation, but when it happens, it’s impossible to ignore. Occasional urgency to go is normal, but loose stool — often three or more times a day — that lasts for at least four weeks could be cause for concern. 6. Chronic Constipation - At the other end of the spectrum, sometimes it’s the inability to go that troubles us. Chronic constipation is typically defined as having fewer than three bowel movements a week for three weeks or longer. It may also be the case that stools are hard and difficult to pass. 7. Gastroenteritis - With symptoms like a fever, vomiting, diarrhea and headaches, it’s no wonder most people call this the stomach flu. Gastroenteritis is caused by an infection — either viral or bacterial — in the gut. Bacterial infections can be caused by E. coli or salmonella, while viral infections can include rotavirus or that infamous scourge of cruise ships, norovirus. Parasites, too, can cause gastroenteritis. 8. Ulcers - We used to attribute peptic ulcers to lifestyle factors, like stress or diet, but research in recent years indicates that peptic ulcers are most likely caused by either bacteria in the stomach or heavy use of over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen or naproxen. 9. Hemorrhoids - Some three-quarters of individual’s age 45 and older experience hemorrhoids. There are several causes for these small, swollen rectal veins, from straining during bowel movements (see chronic constipation, above) to family history to just plain spending too much time sitting on the toilet. They’re also very common during pregnancy. 10. Visit Adroit Centre for Digestive & Obesity Surgery at : http://drchiragthakkar.com Or Call : 91-79 29703438
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