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DISORDERS OF DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
The inflammation of the intestinal tract is the most common
ailment due to bacterial or viral infections. The infections are
also caused by the parasites of the intestine like tapeworm.
roundworm. threadworm. hookworm, pin worm, etc.
Jaundice: The liver is affected, skin and eyes turn yellow
due to the deposit of bile pigments.
Vomiting: It is the ejection of stomach contents through
the mouth. This reflex action is controlled by the vomit
centre in the medulla. A feeling of nausea precedes
vomiting
Diarrhoea: The abnormal frequency of bowel movement
and increased liquidity of the faecal discharge is known as
diarrhoea. It reduces the absorption of food.
Constipation: In constipation, the faeces are retained
within the colon as the bowel movements occur
irregularly.

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DISORDERS OF DIGESTIVE SYSTEM The inflammation of the intestinal tract is the most common ailment due to bacterial or viral infections. The infections are also caused by the parasites of the intestine like tapeworm. roundworm. threadworm. hookworm, pin worm, etc. • Jaundice: The liver is affected, skin and eyes turn yellow due to the deposit of bile pigments. • Vomiting: It is the ejection of stomach contents through the mouth. This reflex action is controlled by the vomit centre in the medulla. A feeling of nausea precedes vomiting • Diarrhoea: The abnormal frequency of bowel movement a ...
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