Digestive System Biology 11 Ms. Lowrie Diseases & Disorders Digestive System Biology 11 Ms. Lowrie
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Make a Table Disorder Description Cause Symptoms Treatment Heartburn Ulcer Hiatus Hernia Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Hemorrhoids
Heartburn Stomach acid backs up into esophagus Cause: Symptoms: Malfunction of sphincter at stomach top Symptoms: Burning sensation in chest/throat Treatment: Medication/antacids
Heartburn
Ulcer Open wound in stomach (or upper small intestine) Cause: Bacterial infection Helicobacter pylori Symptoms: Stomach pain Treatment: Antibiotics
Hiatus Hernia Portion of upper stomach slips into chest Cause: Large opening in diaphragm Symptoms: Often asymptomatic Heartburn &/or pain Treatment: Surgery
Hiatus Hernia
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Chronic disruption of small & large intestine function Cause: Unknown Triggers: Stress Certain foods, medication, hormones Symptoms: Intestinal gas/ bloating/cramps Constipation &/or diarrhea Treatment: Diet high in fibre Medication
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Hemorrhoids Varicose veins in rectum/anus Cause: Symptoms: Treatment: Constipation &/or diarrhea Low-fibre diet Prolonged sitting Symptoms: Bleeding from anus Pain &/or itching Treatment: Adding fibre to diet Surgery Cream Medication
Hemorrhoids
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