1. Terms r/t (related to) the Alimentary Canal
GI (gastrointestinal)
Stool (feces)
Feces (digestive waste)
BM (bowel movement)
BRB (bright red blood)
Melena (stool that is dark or tarry)
GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)
Know for the test!

2. Use the following website to research the disorders of the digestive system, AKA alimentary canal. Write the description on your paper.
Red Terms: Disorders/Digestive-System-Diseases Blue Terms: Google

3. Alimentary Canal - Indigestion
Mouth
Esophagus – Dysphagia, Esophagitis, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), Esophageal Cancer
Stomach – Gastritis, Gastroenteritis, Gastric Ulcer, Melena
Small Intestine – Cholera, Hernia, Lactose Intolerance
Duodenum
Jejunum
Ileum
Large Intestine – Irritable Bowel Disease (IBS), Ulcerative Colitis
Cecum
Appendix - Appendicitis
Ascending colon
Transverse colon
Descending colon
Sigmoid colon
Rectum – Colorectal Cancer, Incontinence
Anus – Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Proctitis

4. Accessory Organs Liver – Cirrhosis, Jaundice, Hepatitis
Bile
Hepat-
Cholesterol - Hyperlipidemia
Gallbladder – Gallstones (Cholelithiasis), Cholecystitis
Chole-
Pancreas - Pancreatitis
Pancreat-

5. Study the photo of the stomach
Study the photo of the stomach. Why is stomach pain and indigestion referred to as heart burn?

6. Add ALL of the new terms to your Alimentary Canal Quizlet.
Test FRIDAY!