Name one condition that impacts the digestive system. Describe the condition, Symptoms, causes and treatment options.

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Name one condition that impacts the digestive system. Describe the condition, Symptoms, causes and treatment options.
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The digestive system contains the GI tract and accessory organs, which help in food digestion. Digestion refers to the breakdown of food into smaller units, which are absorbed and assimilated in the body.

The esophagus, mouth, stomach, small and large intestine, and anus form the organs of the GI tract. While the accessory organs include the liver, gall bladder, and pancreas.

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