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What are Ulcerative Colitis and Proctitis?

Trish December 16, 2024 No Comments
Both conditions result in symptoms such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding. Why Do Ulcerative Colitis and Proctitis Happen? The exact cause is unknown, but several factors may contribute:…
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What are Swallowing Problems?

Trish December 16, 2024 No Comments
Swallowing problems occur when there is a disruption in the normal process of moving food or liquid from the mouth to the stomach. Dysphagia can be caused by issues in…
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What is Stomach Cancer?

Trish December 16, 2024 No Comments
Stomach cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the stomach lining grow uncontrollably, forming a tumour. The most common type is adenocarcinoma, which originates in the mucosal layer of the stomach.…
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What is Slow Transit Constipation?

Trish December 13, 2024 No Comments
STC is a type of constipation where the digestive process is slow, and the passage of stools is delayed. It often involves a combination of reduced muscle contractions in the…
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What is Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis?

Trish December 13, 2024 No Comments
PSC is a rare and progressive liver disease characterized by inflammation and scarring (fibrosis) of the bile ducts. This scarring leads to narrowing and blockage of the ducts, disrupting the…
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What is Primary Biliary Cholangitis?

Trish December 13, 2024 No Comments
PBC is a liver disease where the bile ducts, which carry bile from the liver to the small intestine, become damaged and inflamed. Over time, this damage can lead to…
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What is Peptic Ulcer Disease?

Trish December 13, 2024 No Comments
Peptic ulcer disease refers to sores that develop on the lining of the stomach, duodenum, or lower oesophagus. These ulcers can cause pain, discomfort, and, in severe cases, bleeding or…
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What is a Parasitic Infection?

Trish December 13, 2024 No Comments
A parasitic infection is an illness caused by a parasite, which is an organism that lives in or on another organism (the host). The parasite depends on the host for…
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What is Pancreatitis?

Trish December 13, 2024 No Comments
Pancreatitis is a condition where the pancreas becomes inflamed, which can range from mild to severe. The pancreas produces enzymes that help in digestion; however, in pancreatitis, these enzymes become…
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