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Inflammatory and Infectious Digestive Disorders

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Many types of inflammations and infectious disorders affecting the digestive system require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.

Appendicitis

Stomach and Duodenal Ulcers (Peptic Ulcers)

Helicobacter Pylori

Crohn's Disease

Ulcerative Colitis

Necrotizing Enterocolitis

Viruses, Bacteria, and Intestinal Parasites in the Digestive Tract

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