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Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that studies the digestive system and its disorders.
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Abdomen
Medical; Gastroenterology
The area between the chest and the hips containing the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen.
Bowel prep
Medical; Gastroenterology
The process used to clean the colon with enemas or a special drink that causes frequent bowel movements. It is used before surgery of the colon, a colonoscopy, or a barium enema x ray.
Fat
Medical; Gastroenterology
1. One of the three main nutrients in food. Foods that provide fat are butter, margarine, salad dressing, oil, nuts, meat, poultry, fish, and some dairy products. 2. A greasy liquid or solid material ...
Ostomy appliance
Medical; Gastroenterology
1. A special bag worn over a stoma to collect stool. 2. An internal, surgically constructed cavity.
Dyspepsia
Medical; Gastroenterology
Upper abdominal discomfort, often provoked by eating, that may be accompanied by fullness, bloating, nausea, or other gastrointestinal symptoms.
Rectal prolapse
Medical; Gastroenterology
A condition in which the rectum slips so that it protrudes from the anus.
