Digestive disorders Causes Flashcards
1
Q
Muscle found at the
end of the esophagus
does not close
properly, allows acid
from the stomach, or
leaks into the
esophagus.
A
Gastroesophageal
Reflux (GERD)
2
Q
Tissue eroded by too
much stomach acid,
acidic juices, smoking,
alcohol, and some
drugs
A
Peptic Ulcer
3
Q
Not enough water
absorbed in the large
intestine
A
Constipation
4
Q
Eating foods that are
low in fiber and high in
fats and calories
A
Colon Cancer
5
Q
Collections of solid
material
predominantly crystals
of cholesterol in the
gallbladder
A
Acute cholecystitis