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Gastroenterology is the study of the normal function and diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver.
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Gastroenterology is the study of the normal function and diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts and liver.
Signs and Symptoms of Gastrointestinal Disorders
- Abdominal pain or cramping.
- Bloating.
- Change in bowel habits.
- Constipation.
- Diarrhea.
- Incomplete bowel movements.
- Narrow stools.
- Rectal bleeding or bloody stools.
The accessory organs include the teeth, tongue, and glandular organs such as salivary glands, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. The main functions of the GI system include ingestion and digestion of food, nutrient absorption, secretion of water and enzymes, and excretion of waste products.
The gastrointestinal system includes the mouth, pharynx (throat), esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus. It also includes the salivary glands, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas, which make digestive juices and enzymes that help the body digest food and liquids.
What does a gastroenterologist do?
- Unexplained changes in bowel habits, including diarrhea, constipation and blood in the stool.
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Heartburn.
- Hemorrhoids.
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Pancreatitis.
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