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The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) conducts and supports research on many of the most serious diseases affecting public health. The Institute supports much of the clinical research on the diseases of internal medicine and related subspecialty fields, as ...
One of the three main nutrients in food. Foods that provide protein include meat, poultry, fish, cheese, milk, dairy products, eggs, and dried beans. Proteins are also used in the body for cell structure, fighting infection, and other functions. The stomach, small intestine, and pancreas break down proteins into amino acids. After the body’s cells use protein, it is broken down into waste products containing nitrogen that must be removed by the kidneys. The blood absorbs amino acids and uses them to build and mend cells.
Industry:Medical
A condition of unknown cause producing abnormalities in the lining of the small intestine that prevent the body from absorbing food normally.
Industry:Medical
A condition in which stomach contents flow back up into the esophagus. Gerd happens when the muscle between the esophagus and the stomach (the lower esophageal sphincter) is weak or relaxes when it should not. It may cause esophagitis.
Industry:Medical
A sore in the esophagus caused by long-term inflammation, infection, pills, or cancer.
Industry:Medical
An irritation of the esophagus, usually caused by acid that flows up from the stomach.
Industry:Medical
An abnormal ring of tissue that may partially block the lower esophagus.
Industry:Medical
