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The Liver: Structure, Function, and Disease
Where is the Liver? Your liver is a large organ located mainly in the upper right section of your abdomen. It is located just below the diaphragm. The diaphragm is the muscular tissue that separates the chest and the abdomen. The liver is the largest solid organ in...
Stomach Ulcer: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis
It’s likely that 1 in 10 people will be diagnosed with a peptic ulcer or stomach ulcer in their lifetime. A peptic ulcer can occur at any age, and while many people believe that ulcers are directly related to stress, anxiety and stress are not the only causes of...
Your Digestive System & How it Works
We survive and thrive because the food we eat is converted into energy as our body goes through the digestion process every day. Protein and meat, plant-based foods, and even carbohydrates and sugary snacks are all converted into energy that helps our bodies run. The...
The Gallbladder: Problems, Treatment, Removal, and Diet
Like the humble spleen, your gallbladder goes about its business unnoticed for most of your life. When it is healthy, this four-inch long organ hides under your liver doing its job without causing a fuss—or giving a warning that something might be wrong. All this...
Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms, Treatment, & Medication
When there’s a problem in your gut, it can feel all-encompassing and deeply uncomfortable. Diarrhea, bloating, nausea…the terms themselves conjure images of a person doubled over in discomfort, wishing it could feel better. The list of symptoms can be extensive, but...