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digestion and its Disorders

digestion and its Disorders. By R obyn R emulla Jeric Cabero. Ulcer(peptic ulcer). A sore usually found in the upper stomach Not cancerous or contagious Symptoms: Heartburn Nausea and vomiting Bloating Usually cured with antibiotics or surgery. Indigestion dyspepsia.

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digestion and its Disorders

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  1. digestionand its Disorders By Robyn Remulla JericCabero

  2. Ulcer(peptic ulcer) • A sore usually found in the upper stomach • Not cancerous or contagious • Symptoms: • Heartburn • Nausea and vomiting • Bloating Usually cured with antibiotics or surgery.

  3. Indigestion dyspepsia • Also known as dyspepsia • Feeling of discomfort in the abdomen(gas, feeling of fullness, burning) • Usually cause by consuming too much fatty or spicy food. • Can be cured with antacids.

  4. Appendicitis • The appendix becomes inflamed • Can only be cured by removing the appendix

  5. Diarrhea • Loose, watery stool. • Abdominal pain • Not a serious disorder • Will go away over time

  6. Constipation • Infrequent stools or stools that are difficult to pass • Not a serious disorder • Will go away with time

  7. Source: • http://www.mamashealth.com/stomach.asp • http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-indigestion.htm • http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/158806.php • http://www.webmd.com/

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