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antrum
Medical; Gastroenterology
The lower part of the stomach, which is lined with mucus and produces gastrin.
hemochromatosis
Medical; Gastroenterology
A disease that occurs when the body absorbs too much iron or receives many blood transfusions. The body stores the excess iron in the liver, pancreas, and other organs and can ...
antispasmodics
Medical; Gastroenterology
Medicines that help reduce muscle spasms in the intestines. Examples are dicyclomine and atropine. (Brand names: bentyl, donnatal. )
esophageal spasms
Medical; Gastroenterology
Muscle contractions in the esophagus that cause pain in the chest or trouble swallowing.
mucosal lining
Medical; Gastroenterology
The lining of gastrointestinal tract organs that absorb nutrients and fluid, form a barrier, and produce mucus.
proctosigmoidoscopy
Medical; Gastroenterology
An endoscopic examination of the rectum and sigmoid colon.
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