Introduction Liver cirrhosis, also known as cirrhosis of the liver, is a late stage of chronic liver disease characterized by the replacement of healthy liver tissue with scar tissue (fibrosis). This scarring impairs the liver’s ability to function properly and…
Introduction Stomach flu, also known as acute gastroenteritis, is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines that causes diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. It is usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection and is highly contagious. While uncomfortable, most…
Introduction Stomach flu, or acute gastroenteritis, is a common illness in infants and young children. It is characterized by inflammation of the stomach and intestines, leading to diarrhea, vomiting, and sometimes fever and abdominal pain. While most cases are mild…
Introduction Functional dyspepsia (FD), often referred to as a sensitive stomach, is a chronic disorder characterized by persistent or recurrent symptoms of indigestion without any identifiable structural or biochemical abnormalities. People with FD experience discomfort in the upper abdomen, such…
Introduction Pyloric stenosis is a condition that affects infants, typically between 2 and 12 weeks of age, in which the pylorus (the muscular valve between the stomach and the small intestine) thickens and narrows. This narrowing blocks the passage of…
Introduction Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a small, finger-shaped pouch attached to the large intestine in the lower right side of the abdomen. It is a common cause of acute abdominal pain and is considered a medical emergency.…
Introduction Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common, chronic disorder that affects the large intestine (colon). It is characterized by a group of symptoms, including abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habits such as diarrhea, constipation, or both. IBS…
Introduction Diverticulitis is a condition where small pouches (diverticula) that form in the wall of the colon become inflamed or infected. These pouches are common, especially in older adults, and the presence of diverticula without inflammation is called diverticulosis. When…
Introduction Intussusception is a serious condition in which one segment of the intestine slides into an adjacent segment, much like the parts of a telescope. This telescoping effect can block the passage of food and fluids, cut off blood supply…
Introduction Mesenteric adenitis, sometimes called “körtelmage” in Swedish, is a condition in which the lymph nodes in the mesentery (the tissue that attaches the intestines to the abdominal wall) become inflamed. This condition most commonly affects children and adolescents and…
