Esophagus Esophageal Rings and Webs Esophageal rings and webs are folds that block your esophagus either partially or completely. Esophagitis The esophagus is the muscular tube that carries food through the chest, from the mouth to the stomach. If the inside lining of your esophagus becomes inflamed, causing pain and problems with swallowing, you have esophagitis. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder. It involves the esophagus, the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach.In GERD, acid and digestive enzymes from the stomach flow backwards into the esophagus. Esophageal Cancer Esophageal cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the esophagus, the tube that carries food and drink from your throat to your stomach. Swallowed Object Young children may swallow toys, coins, safety pins, buttons, bones, wood, glass, magnets, batteries or other foreign objects. Problems may arise when objects are stuck for a long time, are sharp, or contain corrosive materials (such as batteries). Esophageal Varices Esophageal varices are swollen veins in the lining of the lower esophagus near the stomach. Stomach Gastritis Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining. In someone who suffers from gastritis, the lining of the stomach often looks red, irritated and swollen, and it also may have raw, abraded areas that can bleed. Peptic Ulcer A peptic ulcer is a sore or hole that forms in the lining of the stomach or intestine. Stomach Cancer Stomach cancer, also called gastric cancer, is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells that form the inner lining of the stomach. Bowel Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea Antibiotics can kill large numbers of the bowel's normal bacteria, altering the delicate balance among the various species. Appendicitis Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a small, fingerlike tube that hangs from the lower right side of the large intestine. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that causes a variety of symptoms including, abdominal pain, diarrhea and/or constipation, bloating, gassiness and cramping. Bowel Obstruction In a bowel obstruction (intestinal obstruction), a blockage prevents the contents of the intestines from passing normally through the digestive tract. Gas (Flatulence) Flatulence is the passage of intestinal gas (flatus) through the rectum. Gastroenteritis in Adults Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the intestines that produces diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, loss of appetite and other symptoms of digestive upset. Gastroenteritis in Children Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines that causes diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and other symptoms of digestive upset. Constipation and Impaction In constipation, bowel movements either occur less often than expected or the stool is hard, dry and difficult to pass. Food Poisoning Most commonly, food poisoning results from a reaction to food or water contaminated during improper cooking, handling or storage. Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis In diverticulosis, small pouches develop and bulge out through weak spots in the walls of the colon, typically in the part of the colon called the sigmoid colon on the left side of the abdomen. Rectum And Anus Anal Disorders Four disorders that cause anal pain and irritation include anal fissure, anal abscess, anal fistula and anal stricture. Hemorrhoids A hemorrhoid is a bulging, distended vein in the area around the anus, the opening through which stool passes. Fecal Incontinence When stool (feces) leaks out from the rectum accidentally, it is known as fecal incontinence. Anal Itch (Pruritus Ani) Anal itch, also known as pruritus ani, is an irritating, itchy sensation around the anus (the opening through which stool passes out of the body). Liver Hepatitis Overview Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver. There are several types of hepatitis, and the disease has several causes. Liver Cancer Liver cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the liver. Hemochromatosis Hemochromatosis is a common genetic (inherited) disorder in which too much iron is absorbed from the digestive tract. Cirrhosis Cirrhosis is a disease in which normal liver cells are replaced by scar tissue, which interferes with all of the liver's important functions. Chronic Hepatitis Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. Gallbladder And Bile Ducts Gallbladder and Bile Duct Cancer The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped pouch that lies beneath the liver, in the upper abdomen. It stores bile. This fluid, produced by the liver, helps digest fat. The gallbladder releases bile into the small intestine through the bile duct. This thin tube connects the liver and gallbladder to the small intestine. Cancer develops when abnormal cells in these structures multiply and grow rapidly. Gallstones Gallstones are rock-like nuisances that can form inside the gallbladder. Bile Duct Diseases A variety of diseases can affect your bile ducts, all causing some form of blockage and therefore causing similar symptoms. Pancreas Pancreatic Cancer Cancer of the pancreas is abnormal cell growth in the tissue of the pancreas. Acute Pancreatitis Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas. Chronic Pancreatitis Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, the large gland located behind the stomach. People with chronic pancreatitis have persistent inflammation of the pancreas that leads to permanent damage.