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Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that studies the digestive system and its disorders.
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Gastroenterology
encopresis
Medical; Gastroenterology
Accidental passage of a bowel movement. A common disorder in children.
lymphangiectasia
Medical; Gastroenterology
An obstruction of lymph drainage from the small intestine causing malabsorption.
percutaneous
Medical; Gastroenterology
The passage of an instrument through the skin to allow access to the organs.
lactose intolerance
Medical; Gastroenterology
Being unable to digest lactose, the sugar in milk. This condition occurs when the body cannot produce lactase.
chyme
Medical; Gastroenterology
A thick liquid made of partially digested food and stomach juices. This liquid is made in the stomach and moves into the small intestine for further digestion.
stimulant laxatives
Medical; Gastroenterology
Drugs that cause rhythmic muscle contractions in the intestines. (Brand names: senokot, correctol, dulcolax. )
nutcracker esophagus
Medical; Gastroenterology
A condition in which the muscle contraction in the esophagus is too strong, causing chest pain or difficulty swallowing.
