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Chapter 5. Digestive System - Medical Terms Flashcards

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absorption

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passage of materials through the walls of the small intestine and into the bloodstream

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achlorhydria

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absence of hydrocholoric acid from the gastric juice

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amino acids

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the chief constituents of proteins, these are acids that contribute to protein synthesis; amino acids are formed when large protein molecules are digested

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amylase

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the enzyme that digests or breaks down starch into simple substance

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anastomosis

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an opening between two tublular organs

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anus

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the opening of the rectum to the outside of the body

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appendectomy

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removal or excision of the appendix

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appendicitis

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inflammation of the appendix

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appendix

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small, slender sac near the beginning of the colon in the RLQ of the abdomen

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bile

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yellow or organ fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; it travels from the gallbladder into the small intestines to help digest fats

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biliary

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pertaining to bile or affecting the bile ducts; bile ducts empty bile into the small intestine (duodenum)

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bilirubin

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a yellow-orange pigment found in bile

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bowel

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intestine; the large bowel is called the colon and the small bowel is the small intestine

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buccal mucosa

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mucous membrane lining the cheek

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canine teeth

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four point, dog-like teeth; each canine or cusped tooth is third from the midline of the jaw

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cecal

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pertaining to the cecum, which is the first part of the large intestine

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celiac

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pertaining to the abdomen

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cheilosis

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scales and fissures on the lips

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cholecystectomy

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excision or removal of the gallbladder

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choledocholithiasis

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abnormal condition of stones in the common bile duct

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choledochojejunostomy

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surgical anastomosis (create a new opening) between the common bile duct and the jejunum

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choledochotomy

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incision of the common bile duct

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cholelithiasis

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abnormal condition of forming gallstones

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colon

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large intestine (bowel)

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colonic

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pertaining to the colon

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colonoscopy

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visual endoscopic examination of the colon

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colostomy

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new opening of the colon through the abdominal wall to the outside of the body

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common bile duct

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tube carrying bile from the gallbladder and liver into the first part of the small intestine

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defecation

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eliminating of wastes and undigested foods through the rectum

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deglutition

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swallowing

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dentibuccal

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pertaining to the cheek and teeth

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dentin

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the chief substance of teeth; surrounding the pulp and covered by enamel of the crown

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digestion

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the process of breaking down complex foods into simpler substances that can be absorbed into the bloodstream through the walls of the small intestine

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duodenal

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pertaining to the duodenum

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duodenum

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the first part of the small intestine

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elimination

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discharge from the body of indigestible materials or wastes

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emulsification

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breakdown of large fat globules into smaller, digestible particles

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enamel

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white, compact and hard substance covering the substance (dentin) of the crown of the tooth

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endodontist

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a dentist specializing in the inner parts of the tooth

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enterocolitis

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inflammation of the small intestine and colon

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enteroenterostomy

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new opening between two previously unconnected parts of the small intestine; anastomosis

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enzyme

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protein that speeds up the rate of the biochemical reaction; the suffix -ase means enzyme

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esophageal

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pertaining to the esophagus

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fatty acids

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substances that are produced when fats are digested; they combine with glycerol to form fat

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facial

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pertaining to the face

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feces

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solid wastes; stools

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gallbladder

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small sac lying below the liver, in which bile is stored

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gastrointestinal tract

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the tubular system relating to the stomach and intestine beginning with the mouth and ending with the anus

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gastrojejunostomy

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new surgical opening between the stomach and the jejunum; an anastomosis; the procedure is part of a gastric bypass surgery

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gastrostomy

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new opening of the stomach through the abdominal wall to the outside of the body

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gingivitis

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inflammation of the gums

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gluconeogenesis

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process of producing new sugar from fats and proteins; occurs mainly in the liver

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glucose

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simple sugar necessary as a source of energy for body cells

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glycogen

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storage form of glucose (sugar); it produces glucose when it is broken down (glycogenolysis) in liver cells

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glycogenolysis

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breakdown of glycogen to release sugar

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hepatoma

A

tumor (malignant) of liver cells; hepatocellular carcinoma

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hepatomegaly

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enlargement of the liver

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hydrochloric acid

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strong acid, present in a dilute form in the stomach; aids digestion

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hyperbilirubinemia

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high levels of bilirubin (yellow/orange pigment) in the bloodstream; jaundice

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hyperglycemia

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high levels of sugar in the bloodstream; diabetes mellitus

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hypoglossal

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pertaining to under the tongue

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ileitis

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inflammation of the ileum (third part of the small intestine)

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ileocecal sphincter

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ring of muscles that are between the ileum and the cecum (first part of the large intestine)

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ileostomy

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surgical construction of an artificial opening from the ileum to the outside of the body through the abdominal wall

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ileum

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third (and final) portion of the small intestine

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incisor

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one of the four front teeth on either jaw

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insulin

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hormone secreted by specialized cells in the pancreas; insulin facilitates transport of sugar from the blood into body cells

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jejunum

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second part of the small intestine

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labial

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pertaining to the lip

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laparoscopy

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visual (endoscopic) examination of the abdomen and abdominal organs through small abdominal incisions

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lipase

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enzyme (-ase) that digests fats; produced by cells in the pancreas and secreted into the duodenum

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lithogenesis

A

formation of stone (calculi)

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liver

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large, reddish-brown organ in the right upper quadrant (RUQ) of the abdomen; it secretes bile, forms blood proteins and metabolizes fats, proteins and sugars

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lower esophageal sphincter

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ring of muscles between the esophagus and the stomach

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mastication

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process of chewing

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mesentery

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membrane that holds the intestine together; a fold of the peritoneum attaching the small intestine to the dorsal (back) body wall

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molar teeth

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six, seventh and eighth teeth from the middle or either side of the dental arch, the most posterior molar is known as the wisdom tooth

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oral

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pertaining to the mouth

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orthodontist

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dentist specializing in straightening teeth

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palate

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roof of the mouth; hard palate is the front bony portion and the soft palate is the posterior fleshy part near the throat

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palatopharhyngoplasty

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a procedure used to treat cases of snoring or sleep apnea caused by obstructions in the throat or nose

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palatoplasty

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surgical repair of the palate

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pancreas

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gland under and behind the stomach; produces enzymes to digest foods and the hormone insulin to transport sugar to cells

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pancreatitis

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inflammation of the pancreas

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papillae

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small elevations on the surface of the tongue containing taste buds

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parenteral

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pertaining to by some route other than through the gastrointestinal tract, as by intravenous injection

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parotid gland

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salivary gland within the cheek, just anterior to the ear

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perianal

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pertaining to surrounding the anus

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periodontist

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dentist specializing in treating the gums

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perionitis

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inflammation of the peritoneum

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peristalsis

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rythm-like contractions of the tubes of the gastrointestinal tract and other tubular structures

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pharyngeal

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pertaining to the pharynx or throat

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pharynx

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throat; the common passageway for food from the mouth

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portal vein

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large vein bringing blood to the liver from the intestines

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postprandial

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after meals

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premolar teeth

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either of the two teeth on each side of each jaw, just behind the canine teeth and in front of the molars

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proctologist

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either of the two teeth on each side of each jaw, just behind the canine teeth and in front of the molars

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proctologist

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specialist in the study of the anus and the rectum

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protease

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enzyme that digest protein

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pulp

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soft tissue with a tooth containing nerves and blood vessels

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pyloric sphincter

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ring of muscles that surround the opening of the stomach to the duodenum

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pyloroplasty

A

surgical repair of the pyloric sphincter

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pylorus

A

distal region of the stomach near the duodenum

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rectocele

A

hernia of the wall of the rectum

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rectum

A

final section of the colon

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rugae

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folds or creases in the mucous membrane of the stomach or the hard palate of the mouth

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saliva

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enzyme-containing digestive juice secreted by salivary glands

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salivary glands

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three pairs of exocrine glands secreting saliva into the mouth; parotid glands, sublingual glands, and submandibular glands

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sialadenitis

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inflammation of a salivary gland

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sialolith

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salivary gland stone; lodged in a saliva gland or duct

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sigmoid colon

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distal, lower end of the colon

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sigmoidoscopy

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visual examination of the sigmoid colon

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sphincter

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circular ring of muscle that surrounds an opening or orifice

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steatorrhea

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discharge of fat in the feces due to improper digestion and malabsorption of fat

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stomatisis

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inflammation of the mouth

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sublingual

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pertaining to under the tongue

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submandibular

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pertaining to under the lower jaw (mandible)

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triglycerides

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chief form of fat (lipids) in body cells; composed of three molecules of fatty acids and one molecule of glycerol

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uvula

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small, fleshy mass hanging from the soft palate at the back of the mouth

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uvulectomy

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removal (excision) of the uvula

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villi

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fingerlike, microscopic projections on the inner surface of the small intestine; sites of absorption of foods and fluids

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achalasia

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failure of the lower esophagus sphincter (LES) to relax; dilation of the esophagus and loss of peristalsis occurs

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anal fistula

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abnormal tube-like passageway near the anus

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anorexia

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lack of appetite

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aphthous stomatitis

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inflammation of the mouth with small, painful ulcers; canker sores

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ascites

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abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen

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borborygmus

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rumbling or gurgling noise produced by hyperactive movement of gas, fluid, or both in the gastrointestinal tract

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cholelithiasis

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abnormal condition of gallstones

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cirrhosis

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chronic, degenerative disease of the liver

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colonic polyps

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benign growths protrude from the mucous membrane lining the colon

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colorectal cancer

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adenocarcinoma of the colon or the rectum or both

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constipation

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difficulty in passing (eliminating) feces (stool)

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Crohn disease

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inflammatory bowel disease marked by diarrhea, pain, fever, weakness, and weight loss

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dental caries

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tooth decay

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diarrhea

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frequent passage of loose watery stools

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diverticula

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small, pouch-like herniations through the muscular wall of a tubular organ such as the colon

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diverticulitis

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inflammation of diverticula; abdonminal pain and rectal bleeding are symptoms

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diverticulosis

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abnormal condition of diverticula without inflammation

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dysentery

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painful, inflamed intestines commonly caused by bacterial infection

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dysphagia

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difficulty swallowing

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eructation

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gas expelled from the stomach through the mouth

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esophageal varices

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swollen, twisted veins at the lower end of the esophagus

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etiology

A

study of the cause of disease

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flatus

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gas expelled through the anus

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gastric cancer

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malignant tumor of the stomach; stomach cancer

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gastroesophageal reflux disease

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backflow of solids and liquid against its normal direction of movement

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hematochezia

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passage of bright red blood from the rectum

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hemorroids

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swollen, twisted varicose veins in the rectal region

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herpetic stomatitis

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inflammation of the mouth caused by infection with the herpes virus; painful, fluid-filled blisters are produced by the infection and known as cold sores or fever blisters

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hiatal hernia

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protusion of the upper portion of the stomach upward through the diaphragm

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icterus

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jaundice; yellow-orange coloration of the skin and whites of the eyes caused by high levels of bilirubin in the blood

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idiopathic

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pertaining to unknown cause of disease

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ileus

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failure of peristalsis with obstruction of the intestines

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inflammatory bowel disease

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severe inflammation of the small and large intestine (colon); examples are Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis

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inguinal hernia

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a small loop of the bowel protrudes through a weakened lower abdominal muscle

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intussusception

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one portion of the intestine slips into an adjoining part; telescoping of the intestines

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irritable bowel syndrome

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group of gastrointestinal symptoms (abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and bloating) associated with stress and tension

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jaundice

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a symptom of illness marked by yellow-orange discoloration of the skin and whites of the eyes resulting from excess bilirubin in the blood

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melena

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black, tarry stools; feces containing blood

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nausea

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unpleasant sensation in the stomach with a tendency to vomit

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oral leukoplakia

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white plaques or patches on the mucous membranes of the mouth

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pancreatic cancer

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malignant tumor of the pancreas

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pancreatitis

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inflammation of the pancreas

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peptic ulcer

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open sore or lesion of the mucous membrane of the stomach and duodenum

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periodontal disease

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inflammation and degeneration of gums, teeth, and surrounding bone

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ulcerative colitis

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inflammation of the colon and rectum with the presence of ulcers; an inflammatory bowel disease

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viral hepatitis

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inflammation of the liver caused by a virus

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