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What are intestinal diseases, Intestinal diseases are a group of medical conditions that affect the digestive tract or the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, which includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon), rectum, and anus. These diseases can be caused by a variety of factors, such as infections, inflammation, autoimmune disorders, genetic mutations, or dietary factors.
Some common intestinal diseases include:
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
Gastroenteritis, which is an infection of the stomach and intestines
Celiac disease, which is an autoimmune disorder that causes an adverse reaction to gluten
Diverticulitis, which is an inflammation or infection of small pouches that bulge out from the colon
Colorectal cancer, which is a type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum
Intestinal diseases can cause a range of symptoms, such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, nausea, vomiting, rectal bleeding, and weight loss. Treatment depends on the specific disease and may include medication, dietary changes, surgery, or a combination of these approaches.
