Disorders of the Digestive System Quiz

Insulin storage primarily occurs in pancreatic cells, not the liver.

Small intestine absorbs nutrients from digested food into the bloodstream.

GERD commonly presents with heartburn, a burning sensation in the chest caused by stomach acid refluxing into the esophagus.

Gallbladder stores and concentrates bile produced by the liver, releasing it into the small intestine to aid in digestion.

Appendicitis refers to the inflammation of the appendix, typically requiring surgical removal to prevent complications.

Gastritis refers to inflammation of the stomach lining, often causing pain and discomfort.

Dysphagia is a medical term used to describe difficulty in swallowing food or liquids.

Pepsin is a digestive enzyme secreted by the stomach, responsible for breaking down proteins into peptides.

Regular use of NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) can increase the risk of peptic ulcers by damaging the stomach lining.

IBS often presents with persistent diarrhea, along with abdominal pain and discomfort.

Crohn's disease is an autoimmune condition causing inflammation in the digestive tract, often affecting the small intestine.

Untreated gallstones can lead to complications such as inflammation, infection, and in rare cases, gallbladder cancer.