Digestive Tract Diseases

digestive-tract

What is Hernia?

The GI tract is a series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube from the mouth to the anus. The hollow organs that make up the GI tract are the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and anus. The liver, pancreas, and gallbladder are the solid organs of the digestive system.

Common digestive disorders include gastroesophageal reflux disease, cancer, irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance and hiatal hernia. The most common symptoms of digestive disorders include bleeding, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, pain, nausea and vomiting

Gastrointestinal complications such as constipation, fecal impaction, bowel obstruction, diarrhea, and radiation enteritis are common problems for patients with cancer. The growth and spread of cancer, as well as its treatment, contribute to these conditions

  • Eating a diet low in fiber.
  • Not getting enough exercise.
  • Traveling or other changes in routine.
  • Eating large amounts of dairy products.
  • Stress.
  • Resisting the urge to have a bowel movement, possibly because of hemorrhoids.
  • Cut back on fatty foods.
  • Avoid fizzy drinks.
  • Eat and drink slowly.
  • Quit smoking.
  • Don't chew gum.
  • Exercise more.
  • Avoid foods that cause gas.
  • Avoid sweeteners that cause gas such as fructose and sorbitol.

The main risk factors for GI disorders include age, gender, family history, diet, lifestyle, and other medical conditions. Other factors that may increase your risk include: eating large amounts of spicy foods, consuming alcohol, smoking, and having a history of chronic constipation or diarrhoea.

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?
  • Cut back on fatty foods.
  • Avoid fizzy drinks.
  • Eat and drink slowly.
  • Quit smoking.
  • Don't chew gum.
  • Exercise more.
  • Avoid foods that cause gas.
  • Avoid sweeteners that cause gas such as fructose and sorbitol.

How is it Treated?

Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia is vital. It varies with the patient and stage of the disease. Treatment options include

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (also called EGD or upper endoscopy). An EGD (upper endoscopy) is a procedure that allows the healthcare provider to examine the inside of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum with an endoscope. This is guided into the mouth and throat, then into the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.

 

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