disorders of the digestive sys. Flashcards

1
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what is ulcers?

A

sore at the stomach or small intestine

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2
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what causes ulcers?

A

[high HCl] or bacteria infection = breakdown of digestion

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3
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what are symptoms of ulcers?

A

pain and stomach bleeding

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4
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what is the bacteria that causes ulcers?

A

h. pylori

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5
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what is constipation?

A

high h2o removal from feces + decrease peristaltic activity

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6
Q

what else causes constipation?

A

low fiber/roughage

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7
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what is diarrhea?

A

low h2o removal from feces + high peristaltic activity

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8
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what causes prolong diarrhea?

A

dehydration

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9
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what is appendicitis?

A

inflammation of the appendix [appendage at the beginning of lg. intestine]

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10
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what does -itis mean?

A

inflammation

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11
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what is gallstones?

A

hardened cholesterol deposit

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12
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what does gallstones cause?

A

severe pain as it blocks the bile duct

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