Stomach
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The stomach is a muscular, hollow organ in the digestive system responsible for breaking down food using acids and enzymes. It plays a crucial role in digestion by mixing food with gastric juices and pushing it into the small intestine for nutrient absorption.
Functions of the Stomach
- Breaks down food using hydrochloric acid and enzymes
- Kills harmful microorganisms ingested with food
- Releases food slowly into the small intestine
- Produces intrinsic factor for vitamin B12 absorption
Common Gastric Conditions
- Gastritis – Inflammation of the stomach lining
- Peptic Ulcer – Open sores in the stomach or duodenal lining
- Helicobacter pylori infection – A bacterial infection linked to ulcers and gastric cancer
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) – Acid from the stomach flows back into the esophagus
- Stomach (Gastric) cancer – Malignant growth in the stomach lining
- Dyspepsia – Indigestion or discomfort in the upper abdomen
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