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2. Stomach disease - Wikipedia

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   The stomach connects to the esophagus above and to the small intestine below. It is intricately related to the pancreas, spleen and liver. The stomach does vary in size but its J shape is constant. [citation needed] The stomach lies in the upper part of the abdomen just below the left rib cage.

3. Esophagitis - Wikipedia

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   For reflux esophagitis, a fundooplication can be done to help strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter from allowing backflow of the stomach into the esophagus. For esophageal stricture, a gastroenterologist can perform a dilation of the esophagus. As of 2020 evidence for magnetic sphincter augmentation is poor. [11]

4. Gastroesophageal reflux disease - Wikipedia

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   Frequent acid reflux is due to poor closure of the lower esophageal sphincter, which is at the junction between the stomach and the esophagus. [6] Factors that can contribute to GERD: Hiatal hernia, which increases the likelihood of GERD due to mechanical and motility factors. [32] [33]

5. Esophagus - Wikipedia

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   Upper and lower human gastrointestinal tract. The esophagus (American English), oesophagus (British English), or œsophagus (archaic spelling) (see spelling difference) all / iː ˈ s ɒ f ə ɡ ə s, ɪ-/; [1] pl.: ((o)e)(œ)sophagi or ((o)e)(œ)sophaguses), colloquially known also as the food pipe, food tube, or gullet, is an organ in vertebrates through which food passes, aided by ...

6. Esophageal disease - Wikipedia

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   Some people also experience a sensation known as globus esophagus, where it feels as if a ball is lodged in the lower part of the esophagus. The following are additional diseases and conditions that affect the esophagus: Achalasia [1] Acute esophageal necrosis; Barrett's esophagus; Boerhaave syndrome; Caustic injury to the esophagus; Chagas disease

7. Esophagogastric junction outflow obstruction - Wikipedia

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   For example, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) with reflux esophagitis is treated with proton pump inhibitors. Esophageal rings or strictures may be treated with esophageal dilation. Simple observation may be considered, [5] especially if symptoms are minimal or absent. If symptoms are severe or persistent, peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM ...

8. Is your drinking healthy? 3 charts break down the connection ...

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   According to the then-surgeon general's report, a woman who has two drinks a day faces a nearly 22% chance of developing an alcohol-related cancer, compared with a 16.5% risk for a woman drinking ...

9. Autoimmune gastrointestinal dysmotility - Wikipedia

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   Dysmotility is when the strength or coordination of the esophagus, stomach or intestines muscles ... Often AGID is a symptom of other problems, including ...