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Digestive Diseases
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When you eat, your body breaks food down to a form it can use to build and nourish cells and
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provide energy. This process is called digestion.
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Your digestive system is a, series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube . It runs from
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your mouth to your anus and includes your esophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines.
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Your liver, gallbladder and pancreas are also involved. They produce juices to help digestion.
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There are many types of digestive disorders.The symptoms vary widely depending on the problem.
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In general, you should see your doctor if you have
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• Blood in your stool
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• Changes in bowel habits
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• Severe abdominal pain
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• Unintentional weight loss
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• Heartburn not relieved by antacids
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