Structures
Another name for baby teeth
Deciduous teeth
A chronic, progressive disease of the liver. Typically caused by excessive alcohol consumption
Cirrhosis
The first segment of the small intestine
Duodenum
The medical term for chewing
Mastication
Hollow tube connecting the throat to the stomach
Esophagus
The largest of the salivary glands
Parotid glands
The medical term for acid reflux or heartburn
GERD
Large amounts of water are reabsorbed here
Large Intestine
The muscle movement that propels food through the digestive system
Peristalsis
The middle section of the small intestine
Jejunum
What is the name of the salivary glands under your jaw
Submandibular glands
More common in women. Causes gas, bloating, and abdominal pain
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Appendix
The folds of the stomach
Rugae
Salivary glands found under the tongue
Sublingual
The medical name for your throat
Pharynx
Spread through contaminated food or water
Hepatitis A
This organ serves as an endocrine and exocrine gland
Pancreas
Nutrient absorption takes place here
Small intestine
Another name for gums
Gingiva
The circular muscle that controls the passage of food from the stomach into the duodenum
Pyloric Sphincter
Caused by a virus, and causes vomiting and diarrhea
Gastroenteritis
This organ stores and concentrates bile
Gallbladder
Detoxifies alcohol and other substances
Liver
The name for semi-liquid food when it reaches the large intestine
Chyme