Common Digestive Disorders and Their Symptoms

1. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

GERD is a condition where the stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn, chest pain, regurgitation, and difficulty swallowing.

2. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

IBS is a chronic disorder that affects the large intestine, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. Individuals with IBS also often experience changes in bowel habits.

3. Peptic Ulcers

Peptic ulcers are open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach, small intestine, or esophagus. Common symptoms include abdominal pain, bloating, indigestion, and nausea.

4. Gallstones

Gallstones are hard deposits that form in the gallbladder. Symptoms of gallstones include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes).

5. Crohn's Disease

Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the digestive tract. Symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, fatigue, and bloody stools.

6. Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten consumption. Symptoms include abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, weight loss, and fatigue.