disorders of the digestive sys. Flashcards
what is ulcers?
sore at the stomach or small intestine
what causes ulcers?
[high HCl] or bacteria infection = breakdown of digestion
what are symptoms of ulcers?
pain and stomach bleeding
what is the bacteria that causes ulcers?
h. pylori
what is constipation?
high h2o removal from feces + decrease peristaltic activity
what else causes constipation?
low fiber/roughage
what is diarrhea?
low h2o removal from feces + high peristaltic activity
what causes prolong diarrhea?
dehydration
what is appendicitis?
inflammation of the appendix [appendage at the beginning of lg. intestine]
what does -itis mean?
inflammation
what is gallstones?
hardened cholesterol deposit
what does gallstones cause?
severe pain as it blocks the bile duct