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malnutrition
Medical; Gastroenterology
A condition caused by not eating enough food or not eating a balanced diet.
primary biliary cirrhosis
Medical; Gastroenterology
A chronic liver disease that slowly destroys the bile ducts in the liver, preventing the release of bile. Long-term irritation of the liver may cause scarring and cirrhosis in ...
short bowel syndrome
Medical; Gastroenterology
Problems related to absorbing nutrients after removal of part of the small intestine. Symptoms include diarrhea, weakness, and weight loss.
esophageal perforation
Medical; Gastroenterology
A hole in the esophagus, which may be caused by a disease or medical procedure.
esophageal atresia
Medical; Gastroenterology
A birth defect in which the esophagus lacks the opening to allow food to pass into the stomach.
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