Structure and Function
What is after the stomach in the digestives system?
Small Intestine
What does the Musculoskeletal do to transport food through the organs?
The Musculoskeletal performs rhythmic contractions of smooth muscles in the organ walls.
What is diabetes?
Diabetes is a disease in which the pancreas either produces too little or too much insulin
What is an endoscopy?
A medical examination using a flexible tube with a camera to view inside the body
What happens when you don't eat enough?
Built up of wind in the stomach
Why is the large intestine called the large intestine?
It's because the diameter of the intestine is great than the smaller intestine, even though it's shorter in length
What system works with the digestive system to provide the body with energy to function?
Respiratory System
It checks your blood sugar and allows you to monitor your levels instead of using a glucose monitor.
Name one non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Insulin sensitivity, Oxidative stress (cause damage to organs and tissues and result in various diseases), Fatty acid synthesis
What happens to someone digestive system when they drink a lot of alcohol?
Irritation and inflammation to the stomach lining (The stomach rejects the toxins)
What is the purpose of the stomach?
Holds food, signals when we need to eat or when we had enough, breaks down the food with acid and enzymes
What is something the circulatory system does to help the digestive system provide nutrients to the bloodstream?
The circulatory system helps the digestive system by taking nutrients that are taken from the digestive system and transporting them to cells throughout the body
What are some causes of colitis disease?
Viruses, bacteria, narrowed blood vessels
What is the role of infectious agents in gastrointestinal diseases?
Helicobacter pylori is a major cause of peptic ulcers, and treatment includes antibiotics and acid-reducing medications
What happens to the digestive system when the body is stressed?
It releases a hormone (cortisol) the can lead to food consumption (Sometimes stress also keeps people from eating)