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The greater omentum (also the great omentum, omentum majus, gastrocolic omentum, epiploon, or, especially in non-human animals, caul) is a large apron-like fold of visceral peritoneum that hangs down from the stomach.
Abdominal obesity, also known as central obesity and truncal obesity, is the human condition of an excessive concentration of visceral fat around the stomach and abdomen to such an extent that it is likely to harm its bearer's health.
Bleeding in the stomach and intestines, edema, dilated blood vessels Gastric antral vascular ectasia ( GAVE ) is an uncommon cause of chronic gastrointestinal bleeding or iron deficiency anemia . [ 1 ] [ 2 ] The condition is associated with dilated small blood vessels in the gastric antrum , which is a distal part of the stomach . [ 1 ]
Lie flat on your back. Bend your knees to form a 90-degree angle. Lift your legs so your thighs are perpendicular to the floor. Activate your core, curl your hips off the ground, and bring your ...
By Jose Sepulveda, Buzz60 Appendicitis is one of those conditions that you wouldn't wish on your worst enemy. The pains are so excruciating you feel like you're going to die, and if left untreated ...
Abdominal pain, also known as a stomach ache, is a symptom associated with both non-serious and serious medical issues. Since the abdomen contains most of the body's vital organs, it can be an indicator of a wide variety of diseases.
An apron belly, also known as lower belly fat, is an incredibly stubborn area for many of my clients. This type of excess belly fat can occur due to substantial weight loss, after pregnancy, or ...
The condition exists in all degrees of severity and may not give rise to any adverse symptoms. Generally, however, there may be loss of appetite, heartburn, nervous indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal distention, headache, vertigo, emaciation, and loss of sleep. Any or all of these symptoms may be present.