A Schatzki“‘s ring is a thin benign ring of tissue that may grow in the esophagus and cause difficulty swallowing, most commonly with bread, rice, meats, and pasta. It is treated by performing an upper endoscopy and breaking the ring with biopsy forceps or stretching the esophagus.

Candida esophagitis is a common yeast infection that may occur spontaneously and can be associated with diabetes or a decreased immune system. It is often easily treated with antifungal drugs.

Barrett’s esophagus occurs when normal esophagus cells are replaced by intestinal cells. A common cause for Barrett’s esophagus is longstanding acid reflux. This is a condition that will require lifelong medication and surveillance by upper endoscopy because the intestinal cells in the esophagus have a risk of turning into cancer.

Esophagitis is inflammation of the esophagus (swallowing tube), which causes heartburn, painful swallowing, and sometimes vomiting. It is often caused by the acid naturally in your stomach refluxing into the esophagus.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common chronic digestive system condition that causes abdominal pain, gas, bloating, and alternating bowel habits (diarrhea/constipation). The cause of IBS is unknown, but there are many theories, and it is an area of extensive research. In recent years, we have seen significant progress in treating and managing IBS.

Celiac disease is small bowel inflammation caused by dietary gluten, a protein in wheat, barley, rye, and other grains. Individuals often experience diarrhea, abdominal pain, bloating, cramping, and weight loss.

Crohn’s disease is a form of inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract from mouth to anus. Individuals often experience abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, and weight loss. A wide range of medications are used to treat Crohn’s disease, and sometimes surgery is required.

Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease that causes the colon’s lining to become inflamed. Individuals often suffer from bloody diarrhea, mucous discharge, and abdominal pain. Treatment requires daily medications but sometimes will require surgery.

Microscopic colitis is a term that includes both lymphocytic and collagenous colitis, and it will often cause watery diarrhea. The colon appears normal during colonoscopy. However, biopsies of the colon lining will reveal inflammation under a microscope.

Diverticulosis refers to pouches that commonly form in the colon walls. It is common in individuals over 50 and has no symptoms.

Diverticulitis is when the diverticulum, pouches that form in the colon wall becomes infected. Individuals may experience abdominal pain, fevers, diarrhea, and bleeding.

A hyperplastic colon polyp is a type of polyp that does not have a risk of becoming cancer.

An adenomatous colon polyp is a type of polyp with a risk of becoming cancer over time.

Colon polyps are growths in the gastrointestinal tract, most commonly in the colon. The risk for acquiring polyps is being older than 45 and having a history or family history of colon polyps or colon cancer. It is vital to have all polyps removed before they can turn into cancer.

A hiatal hernia is when the upper part of the stomach slips up into the chest through the diaphragm. It may cause acid to rise into the esophagus, causing acid reflux and heartburn. Symptoms are usually treated with medications but rarely may require surgery.

An ulcer is a breakdown of the lining of the stomach or small intestine that forms a sore that can cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and bleeding. Ulcers are most commonly caused by medications or H. pylori infection.

Helicobacter pylori is a common bacterium spread by consuming contaminated food or water. Most individuals have no symptoms, but H. pylori can cause stomach and small intestine inflammation, which may lead to ulcers and cancer. Symptoms may include abdominal discomfort, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting. The bacterium is easily treated with antibiotics.

Gastritis is stomach inflammation that may cause abdominal pain, indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It is most commonly caused by medications, alcohol, and H. pylori infection.

An anal fissure is a tear in the lining of the anus, which often presents with bleeding and a ripping sensation during a bowel movement. Anal fissures are commonly trauma associated with the passage of a large stool or explosive diarrhea.

Hemorrhoids are a swelling of veins under the skin of the anus or lower rectum. Hemorrhoids are commonly asymptomatic, and most patients are unaware they have them. However, hemorrhoids can flare, cause itching, bleeding, or leakage of feces and may or may not be associated with pain. The most common cause of hemorrhoids is straining, chronic constipation/diarrhea, pregnancy, age, and sitting for prolonged periods.

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