Stomach and digestive systems
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Heartburn – Overview
(Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease; Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease [GORD]; GERD; Reflux, Heartburn) Heartburn – Definition Heartburn is a burning sensation in the…
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Giardiasis
Giardiasis – Definition Giardiasis is a gastrointestinal infection. It is one of the most common parasitic diseases in the world.…
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Gestational diabetes
(Diabetes, Gestational; GDM; Gestational Onset Diabetes Mellitus [GODM]; Glucose Intolerance During Pregnancy) Gestational diabetes – Definition Diabetes occurs when there…
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Gastritis
Gastritis – Definition Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining. In some cases, gastritis can lead to ulcers in…
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Gallstones
(Biliary Colic; Calculus of Gallbladder; Cholangitis; Cholelithiasis; Cholecystitis; Cholecystolithiasis; Choledocholithiasis) Gallstones – Definition Gallstones are pieces of stone-like material that…
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