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ileostomy

Medical; Gastroenterology

An operation that attaches the small intestine to an opening in the abdomen called a stoma. An ostomy pouch, attached to the stoma and worn outside the body, collects stool.

gastric ulcer

Medical; Gastroenterology

An open sore in the lining of the stomach.

nausea

Medical; Gastroenterology

The feeling of needing to throw up, or vomit.

gastrointestinal tract (GI tract)

Medical; Gastroenterology

The large, muscular tube that extends from the mouth to the anus, where the movement of muscles, along with the release of hormones and enzymes, allows for the digestion of food.

coloproctectomy

Medical; Gastroenterology

An operation to remove the colon and rectum.

cholestasis

Medical; Gastroenterology

Reduced bile flow, which may be caused by drugs or liver diseases.

diverticulum

Medical; Gastroenterology

A small pouch in the colon. These pouches are not painful and harmful unless they become inflamed.