1. Digestive System Disorders

2. GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease): Stomach contents rising above the esophageal sphincter.

3. Crohn’s Disease:
Inflammatory bowel disease causing ulcers anywhere from mouth to anus.

4. Lactose Intolerance:
Absence of lactase in sm. intestine. Results in:
-abdominal pain
-bloating
-gas
-diarrhea

5. Hemorrhoids:
Swollen veins in rectum or anus. Caused by obesity, straining, or long periods of sitting

6. Gallstones: Hardened cholesterol “stones” in the gall bladder.
Causes:
-genetics
-body weight
-high cholesterol diet

7. Irritable Bowl Syndrome (IBS): Abdominal pain, cramping with diarrhea or constipation. Many causes!

8. Appendicitus: Inflammation of the appendix. Very painful
Appendicitus: Inflammation of the appendix. Very painful. Cause is uncertain.

9. Appendectomy