Digestive System
Short Bowel Syndrome
Your bowels are made up of two parts the large intestine, also called the colon, and the small intestine. Short bowel syndrome usually affects people who’ve had a lot of their small intestine removed.
Posted August 24, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 4 min read
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Liver Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is a late-stage result of liver disease and its complications. You may not have symptoms in the beginning stages of the disease. Common causes include alcohol abuse, hepatitis and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Treatment depends on the cause of cirrhosis and how much damage exists. Liver transplantation may be an option if your liver is failing.
Posted August 24, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 5 min read
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Gallstones
Your gallbladder is a small organ located in your upper right abdomen, right below your liver. It’s a pouch that stores bile, a green-yellow liquid that helps with digestion. Issues with your gallbladder typically occur when something is blocking its bile duct like a gallstone.
Posted August 24, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 4 min read
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Fatty Liver
Fatty liver disease is a common condition caused by the storage of extra fat in the liver. Most people have no symptoms, and it doesn’t cause serious problems for them. In some cases, though, it can lead to liver damage. The good news is you can often prevent or even reverse fatty liver disease with lifestyle changes.
Posted August 24, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 2 min read
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