chapter 3 diseases & poster info

Question 1

Celiac disease

Answer 1

autoimmune disease; inflammation of the small intestine in response to gluten

Question 2

leaky gut syndrome

Answer 2

condition where the gut lining becomes damaged, allowing substances to leak into the bloodstream, potentially triggering inflammation and various symptoms

Question 3

irritable bowel syndrome

Answer 3

abdominal pain with defecation ; strong GI contractions causing gas & bloating

Question 4

What enzyme(s) or hormone(s) does this organ produce, if any?

Answer 4

Cholecystokinin and secretin

Question 5

cholecystitis

Answer 5

inflammation of the gallbladder, often caused by gallstones blocking the cystic duct, leading to bile buildup and swelling.

Question 6

Strep throat

Answer 6

bacterial infection that causes throat pain and difficulty swallowing.

Question 7

What enzyme(s) or hormone(s) does the pancreas produce, if any?

Answer 7

Insulin, glucagon, gastrin, amylin, lipase, protease, amylase

Question 8

diverticulitis

Answer 8

imflammation of diverticula

Question 9

colitis

Answer 9

inflammation for the large intestine ; may also have severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, & bloating

Question 10

hemorrhoids

Answer 10

pressure on the rectal veins

Question 11

diverticulosis

Answer 11

intestinal wall develop bulges in weakened areas

Question 12

GERD

Answer 12

chronic digestive disorder where stomach contents flow back up into the esophagus, causing symptoms like heartburn and regurgitation

Question 13

Peptic Ulcer disease

Answer 13

open sores develop in the lining of the stomach or small intestine