Found 30 conditions related to digestive

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Moderate

Chronic condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation.

Common symptoms:
  • Heartburn
  • Regurgitation of food or sour liquid
  • Chest pain
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Peptic Ulcer Disease

Variable

Open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach, upper small intestine, or esophagus.

Common symptoms:
  • Burning stomach pain
  • Bloating
  • Nausea
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Gastritis

Mild

Inflammation of the stomach lining, often caused by infection, irritants, or autoimmune processes.

Common symptoms:
  • Upper abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
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Duodenal Ulcer

Variable

A type of peptic ulcer that occurs in the first part of the small intestine (duodenum).

Common symptoms:
  • Burning pain between the breastbone and belly button
  • Bloating
  • Heartburn
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Mild

Functional gastrointestinal disorder causing abdominal pain and altered bowel habits without an identifiable cause.

Common symptoms:
  • Abdominal cramping
  • Diarrhea or constipation (or alternating)
  • Bloating
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Crohn's Disease

Severe

Chronic inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, most commonly the ileum and colon.

Common symptoms:
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea (often bloody)
  • Weight loss
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Ulcerative Colitis

Severe

Chronic inflammation and ulceration of the colon's inner lining, leading to bloody diarrhea.

Common symptoms:
  • Frequent bloody stools
  • Abdominal cramps
  • Urgent need to defecate
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Celiac Disease

Variable

Autoimmune disorder where ingestion of gluten triggers damage to the small intestine.

Common symptoms:
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal bloating
  • Weight loss
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Lactose Intolerance

Mild

Inability to digest lactose due to low levels of the enzyme lactase.

Common symptoms:
  • Bloating
  • Diarrhea
  • Gas
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Gallstones

Variable

Solid particles that form in the gallbladder, often causing pain when they block bile flow.

Common symptoms:
  • Sudden upper right abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
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Acute Cholecystitis

Severe

Inflammation of the gallbladder, usually due to gallstones blocking the cystic duct.

Common symptoms:
  • Severe upper right abdominal pain
  • Fever
  • Nausea
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Pancreatitis

Severe

Inflammation of the pancreas that can be acute or chronic, often related to gallstones or alcohol use.

Common symptoms:
  • Upper abdominal pain radiating to the back
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
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Hepatitis A

Mild

Acute viral infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus, usually transmitted via contaminated food or water.

Common symptoms:
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
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Hepatitis B

Variable

Viral infection of the liver that can become chronic; spread through blood and bodily fluids.

Common symptoms:
  • Fatigue
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Jaundice
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Hepatitis C

Variable

Chronic viral liver disease transmitted primarily through blood exposure.

Common symptoms:
  • Often asymptomatic early
  • Fatigue
  • Mild abdominal pain
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)

Mild

Accumulation of fat in liver cells not caused by alcohol, linked to obesity and metabolic syndrome.

Common symptoms:
  • Often asymptomatic
  • Fatigue
  • Upper right abdominal discomfort
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Alcoholic Liver Disease

Severe

Liver damage caused by excessive alcohol consumption, ranging from fatty liver to cirrhosis.

Common symptoms:
  • Jaundice
  • Abdominal swelling
  • Fatigue
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Appendicitis

Severe

Inflammation of the appendix, typically requiring surgical removal.

Common symptoms:
  • Sudden pain near the belly button moving to lower right abdomen
  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
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Diverticulitis

Moderate

Inflammation or infection of small pouches (diverticula) that can form in the colon.

Common symptoms:
  • Lower left abdominal pain
  • Fever
  • Nausea
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Hemorrhoids

Mild

Swollen veins in the lower rectum or anus that can cause bleeding and discomfort.

Common symptoms:
  • Painful lumps near the anus
  • Bleeding during bowel movements
  • Itching
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Constipation

Mild

Infrequent or difficult passage of stools, often due to diet, lifestyle, or medical conditions.

Common symptoms:
  • Infrequent bowel movements
  • Hard or lumpy stools
  • Abdominal discomfort
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Diarrhea

Mild

Frequent loose or watery stools, which can be acute or chronic.

Common symptoms:
  • Loose watery stools
  • Abdominal cramping
  • Urgent need to defecate
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Acute Gastroenteritis

Mild

Inflammation of the stomach and intestines, usually caused by viral or bacterial infection.

Common symptoms:
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Watery diarrhea
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Barrett's Esophagus

Variable

Condition where the esophageal lining changes due to chronic acid exposure, increasing cancer risk.

Common symptoms:
  • Often asymptomatic
  • Heartburn
  • Regurgitation
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Esophageal Cancer

Severe

Malignant tumor arising from the esophagus, often linked to smoking, alcohol, and Barrett's esophagus.

Common symptoms:
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Weight loss
  • Chest pain
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Stomach (Gastric) Cancer

Severe

Cancer that forms in the lining of the stomach, associated with H. pylori infection and diet.

Common symptoms:
  • Indigestion
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
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Colon Cancer

Severe

Malignant growth in the colon or rectum, often developing from polyps over many years.

Common symptoms:
  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Blood in stool
  • Abdominal pain
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Pancreatic Cancer

Severe

Aggressive cancer that originates in the pancreas, frequently diagnosed at an advanced stage.

Common symptoms:
  • Jaundice
  • Upper abdominal pain radiating to the back
  • Weight loss
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Gallbladder Cancer

Severe

Rare malignancy of the gallbladder, often presenting late with nonspecific symptoms.

Common symptoms:
  • Abdominal pain
  • Jaundice
  • Unexplained weight loss
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Anal Fissure

Mild

A small tear in the lining of the anal canal, causing pain and bleeding during bowel movements.

Common symptoms:
  • Sharp pain during defecation
  • Bright red blood on stool or toilet paper
  • Itching
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When to Seek Medical Help

For digestive conditions, consult a healthcare provider if you experience:

  • Persistent or worsening symptoms
  • Sudden onset of severe symptoms
  • Symptoms that interfere with daily activities
  • Signs of infection (fever, swelling, redness)
  • Unexplained changes or new symptoms
Call 911 for severe chest pain, difficulty breathing, sudden weakness or numbness, or any life-threatening symptoms.

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