Match the pathological diagnoses with their correct definitions.

-Group of gastrointestinal symptoms associated with stress, but without inflammation of the intestines
A)cholecystolithiasis
B)cirrhosis
C)diverticula
D)dysentery
E)hemorrhoids
F)hepatitis
G)ileus
H)irritable bowel syndrome
I)peptic ulcer
J)ulcerative colitis

Question

Match the pathological diagnoses with their correct definitions.

-Group of gastrointestinal symptoms associated with stress, but without inflammation of the intestines
A)cholecystolithiasis
B)cirrhosis
C)diverticula
D)dysentery
E)hemorrhoids
F)hepatitis
G)ileus
H)irritable bowel syndrome
I)peptic ulcer
J)ulcerative colitis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by a group of gastrointestinal symptoms associated with stress, but without inflammation of the intestines.

Other definitions:
A) Cholecystolithiasis - the presence of gallstones in the gallbladder.
B) Cirrhosis - a chronic liver disease characterized by replacement of liver tissue by fibrosis, scar tissue, and regenerative nodules.
C) Diverticula - small, bulging pouches that can form in the lining of the digestive system.
D) Dysentery - an inflammatory disorder of the intestine, especially of the colon, that results in severe diarrhea containing blood and mucus.
E) Hemorrhoids - swollen veins in the lowest part of the rectum and anus.
F) Hepatitis - inflammation of the liver.
G) Ileus - a disruption of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract, resulting in a slowing or stopping of the movement of contents through the intestines.
I) Peptic ulcer - a sore on the lining of the stomach, duodenum, or esophagus.
J) Ulcerative colitis - a chronic inflammatory bowel disease characterized by inflammation and ulcers in the colon and rectum.

Match the Pathological Diagnoses with Their Correct Definitions