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Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that studies the digestive system and its disorders.
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Gastroenterology
Stress ulcer
Medical; Gastroenterology
An upper gastrointestinal ulcer resulting from physical injury such as surgery, major burns, or a critical head injury.
Antacids
Medical; Gastroenterology
Medicines that neutralise acids in the stomach. (Brand names: maalox, mylanta, di-gel. )
Catheter
Medical; Gastroenterology
A thin, flexible tube that carries fluids into or out of the body.
Esophageal ulcer
Medical; Gastroenterology
A sore in the oesophagus caused by long-term inflammation, infection, pills, or cancer.
Esophagitis
Medical; Gastroenterology
An irritation of the esophagus, usually caused by acid that flows up from the stomach.
Lower esophageal ring
Medical; Gastroenterology
An abnormal ring of tissue that may partially block the lower esophagus.
