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Match Each Nutrition Term with the Appropriate Definition

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Match each nutrition term with the appropriate definition.

Premises:
reflux esophagitis
Responses:
inflammation in the esophagus related to the reflux of acidic stomach contents.
a condition in which esophageal cells damaged by chronic exposure to stomach acid are replaced by cells that resemble those in the stomach or small intestine, sometimes becoming cancerous.
an inability to move food through the esophagus; usually caused by an obstruction or a motility disorder.
an autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, resulting in dry mouth and dry eyes.
abnormal narrowing of a passageway due to inflammation, scarring, or a congenital abnormality.
a condition in which the upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm.
inflammation of the gums; characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding.
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter.
dry mouth caused by reduced salivary flow.
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually caused by a neurological or muscular disorder.

Correct Answer:

inflammation in the esophagus related to the reflux of acidic stomach contents.
a condition in which esophageal cells damaged by chronic exposure to stomach acid are replaced by cells that resemble those in the stomach or small intestine, sometimes becoming cancerous.
an inability to move food through the esophagus; usually caused by an obstruction or a motility disorder.
an autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, resulting in dry mouth and dry eyes.
abnormal narrowing of a passageway due to inflammation, scarring, or a congenital abnormality.
a condition in which the upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm.
inflammation of the gums; characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding.
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter.
dry mouth caused by reduced salivary flow.
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually caused by a neurological or muscular disorder.
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