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The gastrointestinal tract extends from the oral cavity, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, and anal canal. Some would include liver, bilary tract, pancreas, and gallbladder. Any disease or dysfunction of any part of this tract or its associated organs qualifies as a "gastrointestinal disorder.".

Dr. Charles Cattano reviewed this

41 year experience in Gastroenterology

Is a type of:

Digestive diseases

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Very common

Body locations

Lower abdomen, Upper abdomen, Abdomen

Types of

Colon polyps
Condition
Constipation
Passing gas
Stomach disorders
Condition
Diarrhea
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