DIGESTIVE DISORDERS
About This Condition
Digestive disorders are a wide range of conditions of the digestive system, which consists of the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, small intestine, colon, and rectum. This broad term includes conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), peptic ulcer, acid reflux, gastritis, indeigestion, diarrhea, constipation, gallstones, celiachism, Crohn's disease, colitis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), hemorrhoids, diverticulitis, and anal fissures.
Symptoms
Digestive disorders can vary greatly depending on the specific condition. Common signs include: abdominal pain or discomfort, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, and rectal bleeding. More severe symptoms include: unintentional weight loss, persistent vomiting, severe abdominal pain, and jaundice (a yellowing of the skin and eyes).
Diagnosis
Allopatic healthcare professionals generally begin with the medical history and physical exams. They might also order various tests, including blood tests, stool tests, endoscopic procedures (where a flexible tube with a light and camera is used to view the inside of the digestive tract), imaging studies like CT scans or MRIs, and biopsies, which involve taking a small sample of tissue for lab testing.
Treatment Options
From dietary modifications and medications to surgery, depending on the nature and severity of the condition. Lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, stress management, and dietary modifications (like reducing the intake of fatty and spicy foods or increasing fiber intake) can also be beneficial. Prescription medications may be used to manage symptoms, reduce inflammation, or treat disorder symptoms.
Recommendations
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is DIGESTIVE DISORDERS?
Digestive disorders are a wide range of conditions of the digestive system, which consists of the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, small intestine, colon, and rectum. This broad term ...
What are the symptoms of DIGESTIVE DISORDERS?
Digestive disorders can vary greatly depending on the specific condition. Common signs include: abdominal pain or discomfort, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, and rectal ...
How is DIGESTIVE DISORDERS treated?
From dietary modifications and medications to surgery, depending on the nature and severity of the condition. Lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, stress management, and dietary modifications (...