Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that studies the digestive system and its disorders.

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eosinophilic esophagitis

Medical; Gastroenterology

A disease in which the lining of the esophagus becomes infiltrated with a type of white blood cell called an eosinophil.

gastroenterologist

Medical; Gastroenterology

A doctor who specializes in digestive diseases.

The organ that stores the bile made in the liver and that is connected to the liver by bile ducts. The gallbladder can store about 2 tablespoons of bile. Eating signals the gallbladder to empty the ...

chloride channel activators

Medical; Gastroenterology

Medication used to increase intestinal fluid and motility to help stool pass, thereby reducing the symptoms of constipation. An example is lubiprostone. (Brand name: amitiza. )