Diseases of the Digestive System
Guided inquiry into diseases of the digestive system.
Author S. Paulsen
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1Celiac disease - Mayo Clinic
Follow the links to symptoms, causes and risk factors. Explain the changes that occur in the microvilli of the intestine and the implications of these changes for celiac disease sufferers.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/celiac-disease/DS00319
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2Medline Plus Tutorial on Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
Explore the "Symptoms and Causes" section of the tutorial to answer the following questions: What are diverticula and what causes them? What's the difference between diverticulosis and diverticulitis? Why is diverticulitis potentially dangerous for the patient?
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/tutorials/diverticulosis/htm/_no_50_no_0.htm
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3Medline Plus Tutorial on GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Explore the first four sections of this tutorial (Intro, Anatomy, Causes & Effects, Signs & Symptoms) to answer the following questions: What structure(s) are responsible for causing the problems associated with GERD? What chemicals or food can worsen the symptoms of GERD?
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/tutorials/gerd/htm/lesson.htm
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4Peptic Ulcers - Web M.D.
What are peptic ulcers and what is one cause? What complications can occur as a result of peptic ulcers?
http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/digestive-diseases-peptic-ulcer-disease