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Hiatal hernia & heartburn

What you need to know: Esophagus: The tube through which food reaches the stomach Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES): A muscular ring-like valve that opens to let food into the stomach …

  • Posted on: May 8 2018
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Diverticulosis/diverticulitis

Diverticulosis: Characterized by the formation of pockets in the lining of the large intestine.

Diverticulitis: The acute stage of diverticulosis, when the pockets are infected or inflamed.

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Irritable bowel syndrome

What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder of the intestines that leads to crampy pain, gassiness, bloating, and changes in bowel habits. Read more

  • Posted on: May 8 2018
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Gerd

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can be thought of as chronic heartburn. The term refers to the frequent backing up (reflux) of stomach contents (food, acid and/or bile) into the esophagus. …

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