digestive system biology 11 ms. lowrie. make a table disorderdescriptioncausesymptomstreatment...
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Make a TableDisorder Description Cause Symptoms Treatment
Heartburn
Ulcer
Hiatus Hernia
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Hemorrhoids
HeartburnStomach acid backs up into esophagus
Cause:Malfunction of sphincter at stomach top
Symptoms:Burning sensation in chest/throat
Treatment:Medication/antacids
UlcerOpen wound in stomach (or upper small
intestine)
Cause:Bacterial infection
Helicobacter pylori
Symptoms:Stomach pain
Treatment:Antibiotics
Hiatus HerniaPortion of upper stomach slips into chest
Cause:Large opening in diaphragm
Symptoms:Often asymptomaticHeartburn &/or pain
Treatment:Surgery
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Chronic disruption of small & large intestine
function
Cause:UnknownTriggers:
Stress Certain foods, medication,
hormones
Symptoms:Intestinal gas/
bloating/cramps Constipation &/or
diarrheaTreatment:
Diet high in fibreMedication
HemorrhoidsVaricose veins in rectum/anus
Cause:Constipation &/or
diarrheaLow-fibre dietProlonged sitting
Symptoms:Bleeding from anusPain &/or itching
Treatment:Adding fibre to dietSurgeryCreamMedication