Digestive Ailments - Symptoms and Remedies

Digestive ailments refer to conditions that affect the gastrointestinal system, such as indigestion, bloating, or irritable bowel syndrome. Proper diet and lifestyle changes can help manage these ailments.
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Digestive Ailments FAQ


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What are digestive diseases?

Digestive diseases are disorders of the digestive tract, which is sometimes called the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. In digestion, food and drink are broken down into small parts (called nutrients) that the body can absorb and use as energy and building blocks for cells.

What are some common digestive problems?

Digestion problems can be uncomfortable and can disrupt your daily activities. Learn about common digestion problems such as food intolerances, Crohn's disease, GERD, chronic constipation, and IBD. Also learn about the less common causes of digestion problems such as cancer and hepatitis.

How does a digestive disease affect the body?

These organs work together to digest (break down) food into individual nutrients to be used throughout the body for energy, growth, and cell repair. A digestive disease disrupts digestion in one way or another, causing health problems that range from mild to serious. This may include something as common as acid reflux to celiac disease or cancer.

What are digestive disorders?

Digestive disorders are a group of conditions that occur when the digestive system does not function as it should. Health experts split them into two categories: organic and functional GI disorders. Organic GI disorders occur when there are structural abnormalities in the digestive system, which prevents it from working properly.

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