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Peptic ulcer
A dull or burning pain in the stomach could be a peptic ulcer. Find out more about this common, treatable digestive condition.
Gallstones
Gallstones are hard pieces of material that can form in your gallbladder. Learn about causes and treatment for this sometimes painful digestive disorder.
Short bowel syndrome
This digestive condition happens when part of the small intestine is missing or damaged, either at birth or after surgery. The syndrome keeps you from absorbing needed nutrients.
Gas and gas pains
Learn about what is normal digestive system gas, what contributes to gas, and what you can do to lessen gas or gas pains.
Achalasia
In this condition, the muscles in the esophagus don't relax, preventing food and drink from moving into the stomach. Learn more about this rare digestive disorder.
Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis can occur suddenly or build up over time. Learn about symptoms, causes and treatment of this digestive system disorder that can cause serious illness.
Endoscopic ultrasound
Learn about this imaging test that uses both endoscopy and ultrasound. The test helps diagnose diseases related to digestion and the lungs.
Tapeworm infection
Tapeworms in the intestines usually cause mild disease. Immature tapeworms, called larval cysts, can cause serious disease in other parts of the body.
Autoimmune pancreatitis
Autoimmune pancreatitis is a relatively uncommon disease of the pancreas that may be mistaken for pancreatic cancer.
Scleroderma
This group of rare diseases involves the hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues. Some forms can affect internal organs.
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